Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2012 - (Page 14)

30 WEDDINGS by VOLUME 5 • ISSUE 2 42 56 FEATURES DEPARTMENTS YOUR DREAMS 22 Make a statement with whimsical design and pops of color. Get top trends from the bridal runways. 68 42 Double Vision You’re not the only one whose walk down the aisle elicits gasps. Make your ﬂower girl feel like a star in a fairy-tale dress that takes cues from yours — from subtle shine to blooming ﬂorals. From Chinese dumplings to a lavish dinner à la russe, chefs at The Ritz-Carlton turn couples’ native meals into haute wedding fare. If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, ﬂowers are the window to her soul. Whether your style is polished and pretty, wildly romantic or cosmopolitan chic, your bridal bouquet can radiantly reﬂect it. The spectacular sunsets, dramatic cli s and vibrant greenery of Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, were the backdrop to “I do.” Pints of Guinness, a Maltesers cake and true love made for a romantic celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt, County Wicklow. expert advice 50 Heirloom Cuisine 56 Love in Bloom “ ” Real wedding pros answer your pressing questions. 26 beauty honeymoons Our beauty timeline helps brides (and grooms!) look their best on the big day. 30 Floaty dresses and marine-inspired gems are ready to island-hop. Far-o locales call for eclectic style. 60 Heaven on Earth 64 Luck of the Irish trends Elevate an outdoor a air with organic elements and haute details. Channel Old Hollywood for the ultimate in bridal chic. OUR PLEASURE 72 traditions A tea ceremony brings families together at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur. 14 W E D D I N G S B Y T H E R I T Z - C A R LT O N COVER PHOTOGRAPH BY SARAH KEHOE. THIS PAGE (LEFT TO RIGHT): COMPLIMENTS OF GUMP’S, SARAH KEHOE, KRISTEN LOCKEN

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2012

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2012
Contents
Expert Advice
Beauty
Trends
Double Vision
Heirloom Cuisine
Love in Bloom
Heaven on Earth
Luck of the Irish
Honeymoons
Traditions

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2012