by Jane Summers

There's nothing quite like waking up to a winter wonderland with a fresh dusting of snow outside your window! Want to bring the season into your wedding without having Jack Frost nip at your nose? We have a few ideas...it starts with a sophisticated all-white color scheme.

Bouquets, aisle adornments and even your wedding arch can be dancing with flowers. White roses, peonies and tulips are ever stylish and we especially love Lisianthus with their delicately ruffled petals for an elegant backdrop. This fits perfectly with formal celebrations; and we know from our recent interview with Ann and Andrew Payne, General Knot & Co. founders, that there has been a distinct uptick in black-tie weddings!

Bridesmaids as well as the bride dressed in white will provide an unexpected yet oh-so-chic contrast to the black-tie ensembles of the groom and groomsmen.
To bring this enchanting winter-wonderland indoors, complement the white florals with matching linens, shimmering silver vases, crystal candlesticks and lucite accents. The sheer and metallic decorations will highlight every detail to create an idyllic winter landscape.

While outdoor photography may require slightly more logistical planning, the resulting images set against a gorgeous natural backdrop can be breathtaking.
We can't wait to see what you dream up, please do share your lovely images with us!
by Jane Summers
The hemline has risen—intentionally.
The modern bridal mini has shifted from an after-party alternative to a ceremony-ready statement--the Little White Dress redefined. It has become city-hall appropriate, rehearsal-dinner definitive, and wedding-reception essential. Structured, abbreviated, and deliberate, it signals confidence rather than compromise. The short wedding dress was once a radical departure; today it is simply a sophisticated choice for a white rehearsal dinner dress, a wedding reception second look, and an after party wedding dress. The bridal mini dress honors the heritage of 1960s couture and makes an equally compelling case as the second look.
by Jane Summers
Minimal design meets architectural intention in the Josette, a white strapless rehearsal dress and minimal wedding dress designed for modern brides. This style guide explores how to style a civil ceremony dress with purpose — transforming clean structure into a refined statement for rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and intimate wedding receptions.
by Jane Summers
Who says the magic has to begin at “I do”? For today’s modern bride, every event leading up to the wedding is a moment worthy of sartorial celebration. From the engagement party to the rehearsal dinner and every toast in between, creating a beautiful and unique assortment of little white dresses is an opportunity for each bride to showcase her personal style. One of our favorite options is to choose a little white dress with a subtle amount of sparkle.
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SIZE
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BUST
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WAIST
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HIP
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2
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33 1/2
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26
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36
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4
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34 1/2
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27
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37
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6
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35 1/2
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28
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38
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8
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36 1/2
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29
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39
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10
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37 1/2
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30
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40
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12
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39
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31 1/2
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41 1/2
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Jane Summers
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