Delaware Wedding Styles to Make a Statement in 2012

All photos were shot at Bellevue Hall in Wilmington.

Models
Alex Spurgeon, Michelle Holloway and Sierra Roco, all from MMA/Model Management Agency

Makeup by Sheri Stafford
Hair by Laura Jewell, Chris Iacono and Bette Shields, all from Elayne James, Greenville.

: White silk organza origami gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline, silk-satin organza bodice with beaded organza sash, sequined tulle and silk chiffon modified A-Line origami skirt and a chapel train. By Lazaro, $5,500 at Jennifer’s Bridal, Hockessin. Cubic zirconia earrings by Nova, $75 at Fantasia Bride, Wilmington. Stretch pave ball bracelet by Private Label, $45 at Jennifer’s Bridal. Hairpiece: Dramatic spray of feathers accented with crystals by Bel Aire Bridal, $159 at Fantasia Bride, Wilmington. 18-karat white gold diamond engagement ring from the OrStar Collection, $29,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Little Cakes by Amy Hetrick of Cakewalk (funpartycakes.com). Floral cake stand by Two’s Company, $87.50 at The Enchanted Owl, Greenville

: Spring 2012 Allure fitted lace gown with contoured straps that continue to a keyhole back, a chapel-length train and covered buttons. By Allure Bridal, $1,599 at Brides 2 Be, Lewes. Bronze clutch by Nova, $55 at Fantasia Bride, Wilmington. Simon gold shiny snakeprint shoe with covered heel by Kate Spade, $298 at Peter Kate, Greenville. 14-karat white gold radiant-cut diamond with micro-pave diamond shank from the OrStar New Generation Collection, $5,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Spring 2012 Allure fitted lace gown with contoured straps that continue to a keyhole back, a chapel-length train and covered buttons. By Allure Bridal, $1,599 at Brides 2 Be, Lewes. Cubic zirconia earrings by Nova, $88 at Fantasia, Wilmington

: Byzantine Dreams by Versace: charger, $250, five-piece place setting, $495, all from The Enchanted Owl, Greenville

: Spring 2012 Pronovias strapless A-line Morbido tulle gown with sweetheart neckline and feathers, $1,970 at Jennifer’s Bridal, Hockessin. Love necklace by Jennifer Zeuner, $132 at Peter Kate, Greenville. 18-karat white gold ring with OrStar cushion-cut diamond, $5,995 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Top drawer: Blue diamond teardrop bracelet, $8,500 at Jeweler’s Loupe, Dover. 18-karat white gold with aquamarine pendant, $17,700 at Stuart Kingston Jewelers, Wilmington. Gregg Ruth 18-karat white gold, sapphire-and-diamond bracelet, $7,000 at A.R. Morris Jewelers, Wilmington and Greenville. Second drawer: 18-karat white gold sapphire and diamond flexi-bangle with sapphire and diamonds, $4,950 at Stuart Kingston Jewelers. 18-karat white gold, sapphire-and-diamond bracelet, $4,500, and 14-karat white gold, sapphire-and-diamond necklace, $3,000 at A.R. Morris Jewelers. 18-karat white gold-and-sapphire ring with diamonds surrounded by a diamond halo from the OrStar Something Blue Collection, $4,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington. Gregg Ruth 18-karat white gold, sapphire-and-diamond necklace, $3,400 at A.R. Morris Jewelers. Bottom row: blue diamond ring, $20,500 at Jeweler’s Loupe, Dover. 18-karat white gold sapphire-and-diamond earrings, $2,100 at A.R. Morris Jewelers. 18-karat white gold, sapphire-and-diamond ring, $5,500 at A.R. Morris Jewelers

: Unforgettable Blue by Enzoani gown with capped sleeves and mermaid skirt decorated with delicate blossoms, $1,815 at Fantasia Bridal, Wilmington. Cubic zirconia-and-sterling silver earrings by Nova, $80 at Fantasia Bridal. 18-karat white gold OrStar Cushion, $5,995 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington. Mango strapless cocktail bridesmaid dress with draped bodice and pleated midriff, $148 at Fantasia Bridal

: Pink-and-orange cake by Cake Bar, Lewes (cake stand also from Cake Bar). Tart slicer by Sabre, $15 at The Enchanted Owl, Greenville

: Karena Royale lace, one-piece, A-line gown with corset closure by Maggie Sottero, $999 at Anastasia’s Bridal, Wilmington. Rose gold ball stud earrings by Sharelli, $78 at Peter Kate, Greenville. 18-karat white gold diamond engagement ring from the OrStar Collection, $29,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Cake by Desserts by Dana, New Castle. Server by Taos, $25.50, and stand by Simon Pearce, $335, both at Enchanted Owl, Greenville

: from left: Black tissue taffeta-and-chiffon dress by Bill Levkoff, $200 at Fantasia Bride, Wilmington. White gold chandelier earrings by Miguel Ases, $300 at Peter Kate, Greenville. Spring 2012 Allure strapless, two-tone satin bridesmaid dress (also available floor-length), $144 at Brides 2 Be, Lewes. White enamel-and-rhinestone earrings by Paige Novick, $320 at Peter Kate. (Shoes are the models’ own.)

: Carmindy strapless lace-and-satin A-line gown with a lace bust line of re-embroidered, hand-beaded appliqués, and a curved back bodice with covered buttons and a pleated midriff. The gown also features a lace skirt with accents of matching appliqués and a chapel-length train. Removable lace shoulder straps are included. By David Tutera for Mon Cheri Bridal, $1,573 at Brides 2 Be, Lewes. Sabrina glitter pump by Jovani, $89 at Claire’s, Wilmington. Hand-wired bracelet with freshwater pearls and Swarovsky crystal clusters, $199, and hand-crafted earrings with sterling silver plated metal, freshwater pearls and Swarovsky crystals, $129, both by Ti Adoro, at Fantasia Bride, Wilmington. 18-karat white gold oval sapphire and half-moon diamonds surrounded by a diamond halo from the OrStar Something Blue Collection, $4,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Satin A-line gown with a strapless neckline and full skirt with ruffles and swirls of chiffon and tulle. By Anjolique, $1,625 at Amore Bridal, Dover. Chinchilla fur shrug by Modern Trouseau, $1,050 at Jennifer’s Bridal, Hockessin

: From left: Rhinestone and organza fabric on belts, edges can be finished with ivory or white crystal, by Belinda Grace, $119 at Brides 2 Be, Lewes. Rhinestone design sampled with an ivory ribbon, by Brittany Anne, $219 at Brides 2 Be. The Lady by A.B. Ellie, $222.50, at Anastasia’s Bridal, Wilmington. Rhinestone pattern on white or ivory satin belt, by Barbara Anne, $199 at Brides 2 Be. Pronovias belt, $450 at Jennifer’s Bridal, Hockessin. Modern Trousseau rose belt-strap, $495 at Jennifer’s Bridal. Homa beaded belt, $375 at Jennifer’s Bridal. Rhinestone belt with scattered pearls on white or ivory satin belt by Bethenny Anne, $199 at Brides 2 Be

: Organza over Chantilly lace mermaid gown with sweetheart neckline and tulle over lace skirt by Mori Lee, $798 at Candlight Bridal, Millsboro Hey Lady pumps, $280 at Jennifer’s Bridal, Hockessin. Ivory- and-pearl clutch with rhinestone accents by Sondra Roberts, $179 at Fantasia, Wilmington. 14-karat white gold radiant-cut diamond ring with micro-pave diamond shank from the OrStar New Generation Collection, $5,985 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: A two-piece dress with a charmeuse slip beneath lace overlay, by Allure Bridal, $1,348 at Claire’s Fashions, Wilmington. Viv & Ingrid earrings, $135 at Peter Kate, Greenville. 18-karat white gold OrStar band with emerald-cut diamonds in a micro-pave halo from the OrStar Forever Collection, $7,995 at Orly Diamonds, Wilmington

: Strapless, fitted lace gown with a slightly scooped neckline, taffeta ruched waistband and Swarovski crystals, by Allure Bridal, $1,573 at Claire’s Fashions, Wilmington. One-tier fingertip veil with rolled edging and beaded lace by Bel Aire, $179 at Claire’s Fashions, Wilmington. White jade with white sapphire stud earrings by Mija Jewelry, $180 at Peter Kate, Greenville