Tamsin
Celebrating her 20th anniversary in 2016 as a couture wedding designer, today we feature another one of Samantha Wynne’s ‘Real Brides’, Tamsin, from the period 2001 – 2005. Looking back, we can see changes in gown design, accessories, flowers and more.
Name of Bride: Tamsin
Period: 2001 – 2005
Age at time of wedding: 34
Location of Wedding: Caves House Yallingup Western Australia
Colour Theme: White and fresh green
Cake: Croquembouche filled with vanilla and lime custard
Party Favours: Small hand tied noodle boxes filled with Western Australian nougat, crunchy almond and cappuccino
Food: Cocktails on the terrace with canapés followed by dinner and dessert
Music: Our own mix of favourites in Dutch and English
First Dance Song: “I’ll Be There” by The Four Tops
Engagement/ Wedding Ring: Pear shaped diamond and gold band
Veil: Samantha Wynne
Shoes: Champagne jeweled kitten heels
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Green silk chiffon
Honeymoon: South America including climbing Machu Pichu, cruising the Galapagos and a few days in New York
Hairstyle: Up-do similar to that worn by Holly Brisely at her wedding
Photographer: Samantha House of Photography
“I had an image of a wedding dress from the USA that I really liked; it was a simple dress with a fabulous cut out back,” says Tamsin. “I wanted something simple and elegant. I had previously bought an evening dress from Samantha that I adored. I love her simple long-line designs and her attention to detail. Samantha also made me a French lace jacket as I was getting married in Yallingup and was concerned I might get cold – I loved it.”
“When I first met Tamsin she was so lovely and open,” remembers Samantha. “It was evident she loved an incredibly beautiful back on her dream wedding dress. If any client could pull it off it was Tamsin; she had an amazing fit figure to work with! Both of us went through the creative process with inspiration coming from her various photos she had pulled (nowadays the girls’ Pinterest boards are their inspiration.) It was obvious from her first fitting that we were on the same page as one another. Tamsin also wanted a beautiful lace jacket to complement her wedding gown, so we sourced beautiful lace for this too. She was an absolute delight to dress.”
All images by Samantha House of Photography
“Inspiration always comes from my clients’ briefs; their personality plays a huge role and then the sourcing of fabrics… in the early 2000’s, my clientele were looking for elegant, sophisticated silhouettes. The mermaid, sheaths and trumpet designs with fluted hems were most sought after. Bursts of colour appeared on sashes and ribbon detail. It was a beautiful time…
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