For one of my last jobs of 2015, I shot my first bridal fashion editorial (and cover) for the January/February 2016 Wedding Issue of Make It Better Magazine, which is available now.

Make It Better Wedding Issue
It was magical running around the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago on a snowy winter day capturing the grand essence of the venue, paired perfectly with each dress which seemed to only get bigger and better as the shoot went on.

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Editorial Bridal Portrait

Bridal Bliss: Wedding Dresses and Accessories for Your Big Day

Make It Better Bridal Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Which is your favorite? I’m partial to the Yaki Ravid Lace Gown. I mean, can we talk about that silhouette and back detail though?

Make It Better Bridal Fashion Editorial

Photography: Jennifer Avello
Talent: Natalie Patricelli of 10MGMT
Styling: Lesley Simon
Makeup: Gabrielle Raguso of Glam’d Chicago
Hairstyling: Dana Louder, co-owner of Pin Me Up Chicago and owner of Mane Space Salon
BTS Video: Flow Motion Media
Photo Assistant and BTS Photos: Brit Woollard
Photographed at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Fun Fact: While shooting the cover image for The Wedding Issue of Make It Better, Actor and Comedian Dave Chappelle walked through the lobby and snapped a selfie of himself with our entire team shooting this shot below in the background. I’m still hoping this image will surface.

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