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~Blushing in "Loved"!~

10/28/2013

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Picture"Loved" Wedding Gown. This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and dKin Photography.
Recently, Sun*Kissed Designs collaborated with d Kin Photography, as part of the creative vision of photographer Ashley Stubbs, for a photo shoot! The photo shoot took place at Crow Farm and Vineyard in Kennedyville, MD and featured the floral design of Intrigue Design and Decor, make-up artistry by Behind the Compact and Joy Bowman as the beautiful model.


"Loved" Wedding Gown is a sneak peak of the new Coastal Collection by Sun*Kissed Designs! It is a peach chiffon and rayon dress that features a completely hand beaded strap with individual seed beads and alternating pink, blush and dusty rose tulle and organza hand beaded flowers that overflow from the second strap, throughout the chiffon bodice. The skirt base is a flowing rayon that has alternating cathedral pick-ups and gathers. "Loved" was designed with the sunset in mind! As a wedding gown that breaks through traditional design concepts and colors, it was created to accent an outdoor scene, while remaining inviting and classic. When partnered with the beautiful location of Crow Farm and Vineyard, the cascading details of the floral bouquet by Intrigue Design and Decor, the flawless artistry of Behind the Scenes, the effortless beauty of Joy Bowman and the incomparable vision and technique of dKin Photography, it is no wonder that the photo shoot left many blushing with fascination!


Here is the synopsis of the photo shoot by photographer Ashley Stubbs of dKin Photography.


"I wanted to assemble a shoot where we used local artists and contributors to showcase our work. The styled shoot revolved around a handmade dress from Sun*Kissed Designs. The design was custom made, which uses a peach chiffon bodice and peach rayon skirt. There are alternating cathedral gatherings throughout the skirt. The bodice features handmade tulle and organza  flowers and florets that creep up one of the straps. The flowers are centered with beautiful hand beaded pistils and stamens. The other strap is adorned with beads that were hand sewn into the dress.

Behind the Compact did both hair and makeup for our shoot. Sara wanted to incorporate the model's ombre hair coloring into her design. She meticulously hid every bobby pin, too! Also, the makeup was flawless. She was able to give the illusion of airbrush makeup, but with no airbrush at all!

Crow Farm is a locally owned and operated farm that raises angus beef. The farm is also a vineyard that boasts award-winning wine! Crow Farm is home to a bed and breakfast. It will encompass over 10 acres of grapes, which can make several bottles of wine :)!

Intrigue Design and Decor assembled a gorgeous arrangement of roses and orchids. It literally was breathtakingly beautiful.

Joy Bowman was our model for the session. I have worked with Joy on previous shoots, and she has been one of the most gracious models I have ever met. She takes direction and criticism incredibly well. I look forward to seeing BIG things from her."


Check out images from the photo shoot below and the entire album on the Facebook Page for Sun*Kissed Designs. 

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"Loved" Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and d Kin Photography. Model~Joy Bowman Hair and Make-up~Behind the Compact.
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"Loved" Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and d Kin Photography. Venue~ Crow Farm and Vineyard. Model~ Joy Bowman.
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"Loved" Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and d Kin Photography. Floral Bouquet~ Intrigue Design and Decor. Model~ Joy Bowman.
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~Maid to Perfection~Styling Your Bridesmaids in Non-traditional Ways!~

4/26/2013

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We can all recall images of bridesmaids in less than flattering bridesmaids' dresses! From the dresses that are terribly outdated to the dresses where the wrong color was chosen, even movies have been made about horrible bridesmaid dress choices! That image does not have to be apart of your wedding!!


Modern bridesmaid dresses have been designed with your bridal party in mind! Styles that not only compliment and flatter every figure and complexion, but are also cute enough to wear again in the future! Your bridesmaids will thank you!


While making the selection of your bridesmaid dresses, here are 4 creative ideas to consider.


Color~
Your bridesmaids do not have to wear the exact same color!! Dresses worn in the same style but in different hues and shades of the same color or within the same color family are a great way to make a unique statement! Shades of blue! Gathers of yellow! Choosing a color theme, such as Spring or Autumn, using a few different colors, is also a great way to switch it up.


Style~
Your bridesmaids do not have to wear the same dress style!! By placing each bridesmaid in a different dress style but in the same color, this will create an individual look that is accommodating of various body types and silhouettes! This also allows you to play around with the lengths, necklines, detailing and fabrications so that each of your gal pals is completely happy and looks stunning!!


Gown Style Theme~
Have you always loved vintage dresses of the 50s!? Do your bridesmaids each love beach inspired sundress gowns?! Create a gown theme, within your bridal colors, that is unique to the personalities of your bridesmaids!


Wedding Theme Styles~
Is your overall wedding theme whimsical, light and airy?! Are you incorporating an antique approach to your wedding decor?! Include elements of your wedding theme into the accessories and detailing of each bridesmaids' look! This allows you to choose the same style of dress and just accessorize and style each bridesmaid differently. Choosing different jewelry or accessories, will accent each dress and compliment each bridesmaid!


Your wedding day will no doubt be a memorable one! And by highlighting each of your bridesmaids in a unique way, they will remember your efforts for years to come!

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~Hues of yellow with gold and bronze~
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~Cool shades of blue~
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~Vintage jewelry and accessories to keep each bridesmaid unique~
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~Spring is Sprouting!!~

4/18/2013

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I love Spring!! Not only is it a shift from the colder temperatures of Winter, it is a reminder that change is constant and that new beginnings inevitably beckon for our attention! I happen to notice with no hesitation!


The colors of Spring can be a direct inspiration as you plan your wedding day attire and decor! And incorporating floral elements and accessories can be a chic surprise to any wedding theme.


Spring accents can range from a garden decorated reception or the bride's hidden pair of floral shoes! Adding vines throughout your reception tables and including robust, floral arrangements as your centerpieces, are a great way to pay homage to Spring on your big day. Showering your reception tables with flower petals and candles add a lovely romantic touch!


Floral beading and embellishments add a subtle hint of Spring to any wedding gown and bridesmaid's dress. Fabric flowers and beaded flowers are elements that can make any look playful!


Men's ties in flower prints and Springtime colors, continue the theme. Accessorizing with flower adorned shoes for your bridesmaids and shrugs and wraps with flower embellishments, create a beautiful living bouquet!!


Many wedding planners have created petal designs for the bride to walk through as she makes her grand entrance. These stunning displays can create a floral design or can include the initials of the bride and groom!


With the stunning display that Spring is gifting us daily (yes, even on the rainy days everything looks greener!) find amazing ways to include it into the decor and accessories to make your day memorable!!

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Table decor can be accented with vines!
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Flower petals add a romantic touch!
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Use the colors of Spring to inspire you decor, attire, accents and bouquets!
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~Vintage Winter Sparkle~

11/17/2012

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On November 11, 2012, Sun*Kissed Designs joined an amazing group of vendors to bring to life my vision for some Vintage Winter Sparkle!


We came together and created a photo shoot that was held at the lovely Elkridge Furnace Inn! I knew coming together with such talented artisans would produce something beautiful, but I had no idea that I was in for something simply lovely!! Check out the images below and visit these amazing vendors on their websites and Facebook pages for more updates and information! To see the complete collection of images from the photo shoot click here-------> Sun*Kissed Designs



~Participating Vendors~

Styled Wedding Photo Shoot Concept: Sun*Kissed Designs/Chantél F. Fielder

Photographer: P Squared Studios-Jen Reilly Photography/ Jen Reilly-Graves

Florist: Eight Tree Street/ Maribel Kalata

Jewelry: Peggy Jay Jewelry/Tenisha Dotstry

Gown, Ruffle Collar, Shawl and Fascinator: Sun*Kissed Designs/Chantél F. Fielder

Cake: Cakes by Rachael/Rachael Powers

Make-up and Hair: Up Do's for I Do's/Sara Lawrence

Models: Tia Beverly and Anthony Smith

Venue: The Elkridge Furnace Inn

Date of Shoot: November 11, 2012

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Florals by EightTreeStreet. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Brooch Bouquet by EightTreeStreet. Jewelry by Peggy Jay Jewelry. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Gown, Fascinator and Ruffle Collar by Sun*Kissed Designs. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Florals by EightTreeStreet. This image is the property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Cake by Cakes by Rachael. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Bouquet by EightTreeStreet. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs
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Jewelry by Peggy Jay Jewelry. Make-up and Hair by Sara Lawrence for Up Do's for I Do's. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Jewelry by Peggy Jay Jewelry. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Jeweled Shoes by Peggy Jay Jewelry. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Gown, Ruffle Collar and Beaded Shawl by Sun*Kissed Designs. Brooch Bouquet by EightTreeStreet. Jewelry by Peggy Jay Jewelry. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Hair and Make-up by Sara Lawrence for Up Do's for I Do's. Jewelry by Peggy Jay Jewelry. Gown and Ruffle Collar Sun*Kissed Designs. Boutonnier by EightTreeStreet. This image is property of Jen Reilly Photography/ P Square Studios and Sun*Kissed Designs.
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~Blueberries and Cream~

10/12/2012

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Fall is amazing time to tap into the beauty of the season! One of the best things about Fall are the different smells and colors that nature extends! Apple cider and cinnamon! Maple spice and pumpkin! And Blueberries and Cream!


Blueberry is an amazing color that can be combined with even the brightest of hues. Being less stark than black, blueberry is a lighter version of navy blue and adds its own special touch to wedding decor and bridal accessories. It is a sophisticated neutral color with an edge!


Bridesmaids' dresses in blueberry can be accented with pinks, corals and greens. Sapphire jewelry can accent your wedding gown and bridal decor incorporating blueberries and cream will be a beautiful way to get away from traditional black and white themes!


Blueberries and cream can be a subtle way to bring a nautical look and feel to your wedding decor without projecting too much of a theme. By using naval colors solely for inspiration, this allows you to include other elements to your wedding decor. This color combination is strong enough to be paired with the most rustic burlaps and the most pristine silks! When paired in a country, rustic or vintage theme, it lends a touch of modernism. When paired with silks and precious metals, it accentuates classicism! 


Play around with different textures of fabrics while using the same shades of blueberry and cream! This creates a depth to the overall look and feel! Be inspired this fall by blueberry and cream. Use it in color selections, decor and maybe even dessert choices...because it tastes just as good as it looks!!

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Sun*Kissed Designs SHINED at the T Rose International Bridal Show Northern Va.!!!

8/29/2012

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This past Sunday August 26, 2012, Sun*Kissed Designs attended the T Rose International Bridal Show at the Double Tree By Hilton Crystal City in Arlington, Va! It was an amazing experience with great highlights, giveaways, blushing brides and amazing vendors!


The show started with excitement as brides-to-be were invited to take a tour of the top level ballrooms where they could enjoy a great view of the Potomac. This was followed by vendor interactions and hourly giveaways, including a hand beaded veil by Sun*Kissed Designs and a $200.00 gift certificate from Sun*Kissed Designs! A fashion show by another amazing vendor showed great gown options!

Candy bar! Cupcakes! Wedding Cake samples!! What more can I say! Make-up by Traci Rosales and hair and make-up by Circe Aveda Salon and Spa provided beautiful tutorials as well as provided hair and make-up for the models for the fashion show.

Some of the vendors that Sun*Kissed Designs loves were also in attendance as well! Peggy Jay Jewelry makes stunning jewelry and jeweled shoes and accessories! Weddings By Sandy is a spectacular wedding officiant and Mimi's Mocha Treats makes delicious cupcakes!

New vendors that are quickly becoming favorites are Sweet Creations Cakes, Circe Salon, Brittani Gattis Photography and many more! Enjoy a few of the pictures below and for the entire photo album and the official T Rose International Bridal Show photo album of the event visit the Facebook Page for Sun*Kissed Designs!

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Giveaway Veil! This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs.
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Champagne and Cupcakes! Presented by Sun*Kissed Designs and Ellicott City Weddings and Events!

8/20/2012

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This past Thursday, Sun*Kissed Designs partnered with Ellicott City Weddings and Events to create "Champagne and Cupcakes" as part of the Ellicott City Main Street Girl's Night Out 3rd Thursdays!! Local patrons enjoyed live music, giveaways and amazing merchants and venues! Ellicott City Weddings and Events was the partner location for the gowns and accessories of Sun*Kissed Designs! This venue is a great facility for weddings and receptions as well as corporate events and personal gatherings. The space is sophisticated and charming with modern decor accenting a vintage restored building. It is utterly lovely and the gowns and accessories felt right at home there!!


Below are a few pictures of the gowns on display! To view the entire album visit the company Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs!!

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Another AMAZING Event!!!

9/23/2011

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Chancie and Kameron. SKD.Tony J Photography.
On Sunday September 18th, Sun*Kissed Designs participated in the roaming fashion show during the What'sUp? Annapolis Weddings Crofton Bridal Showcase!! The Crofton Country Club is the beautiful venue that hosted the event. The room was beautifully decorated with vendor tables and booths all set to help excited brides-to-be find the perfect elements for their big day! With great giveaways and demonstrations, the bridal showcase was interactive from start to finish!! The table from Sun*Kissed Designs was beautiful and inviting (and my helpful staff was handsome and knowledgeable!)And the roaming fashion show added to all of the excitement! 

Sun*Kissed Designs shared 7 gowns and 5 veils from the current line. Jewelry to accompany the gowns was provided by Little Treasury Jewelers and hair and make-up was provided by Robert Andrews The Salon and Spa. All of the selections displayed how easy it is to have a handmade, couture gown made for your wedding day...in any season! 

Blissful Wedding Gown and Joy Wedding Gown took the stage first showing how beautiful a spring and winter wedding can be! The Blissful Wedding Gown is perfect for spring with its strong satin and high, full rosette collar that compliments the often unpredictable weather during the springtime. The Joy Wedding Gown with its removable silk ruffle collar and heavy matte satin gown with full hand beaded neckline showed how beautiful (and warm!) a winter wedding gown can be! 

The Timeless Wedding Gown was displayed next and brings a romantic touch to any fall wedding with the removable, hand beaded point d'esprit lace ruffle collar and cream satin double v-neckline gown with hand beaded lace florets!

The late spring and summer inspired gowns were the Light As Air Wedding Gown and the Splendid Wedding Gown! The Light As Air Wedding Gown is perfect for a summer beach wedding with its thin lightest cream shantung fabric and off white, asymmetric hand beaded collar! And the Splendid Wedding Gown is perfect for late spring with the bouquet of handmade hand beaded flowers along the full collar and the intricate hand beading on the white crepe back satin bodice!

The final two gowns rounded out the breathtaking collection! The Serene Wedding Gown and the Lovely Wedding Gown, great for summer and winter, beautifully displayed the intricate and outstanding designs that are signature of all of the gowns! The Serene Wedding Gown has a full beaded front bodice with large ornate hand beaded rosettes in a soft white crepe back satin. And the Lovely Wedding Gown features a plunging v-neckline with large hand beaded bodice rosettes and a stunning removable silk velvet caplet in cream heavy matte satin!

Hand beaded Veils in blusher, full and waist lengths were worn with the gowns and a excited bride-to-be won the hand beaded fingertip length veil worth $100 with extensive hand beading!!

This was a bridal showcase to remember with amazing local vendors in a beautiful local setting! Be sure to catch Sun*Kissed Designs at future events!


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Monique in Blissful Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. Tony J Photography. Photo from www.whatsupmag.com. (This image may not be reproduced.)
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Jordan in Joy Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. Tony J Photography. Photo from www.whatsupmag.com. (This image may not be reproduced.)
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Jordan in Joy Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. Tony J Photography. Photo from www.whatsupmag.com. (This image may not be reproduced.)
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Backstage, Monique in Splendid Wedding Gown and Jordan in Timeless Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. (This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and may not be reproduced without permission.)
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Jordan in Light As Air Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. (This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and may not be reproduced without permission.)
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Monique in Splendid Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. (This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and may not be reproduced without permission.)
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Bernisha in Serene Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. Tony J Photography. Photo from www.whatsupmag.com. (This photo may not be reproduced.)
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Alexandra in Lovely Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. Tony J Photography. Photo from www.whatsupmag.com. (This image may not be reproduced.)
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Backstage Bernisha in Serene Wedding Gown and Alexandra in Lovely Wedding Gown. Sun*Kissed Designs. (This image is property of Sun*Kissed Designs and may not be reproduced without permission.)
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There's a New Gown in Town!!

7/20/2011

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We have a new addition! Something different from the current gown line "Of Sand and Shore" but yet still cohesive! 

Still interested?!?!

Introducing the Timeless Wedding Gown! The gown is still coastal inspired but with more vintage, romantic, natural and estate additions and embellishments. This will definitely add to the beauty of Sun*Kissed Designs!

Enjoy the new addition!

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    About Me...

    My name is Chantél Francina and I design and create hand beaded wedding gowns, bridal accessories and special occasion gowns and accessories!! I started designing clothes 15 years ago and am completely self taught. I have designed and created just about everything, but have fallen in love with creating bridal and special occasionwear!
      I draw inspiration from the coast, all things lovely,art and being a woman of 32! I am a New England Native who loves to make pretty things. Visit the Facebook Page Sun*Kissed Designs for more photos and information.





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