Jim Hjelm
Van and Noelle
05/23/2009
Warrenton, VA, United States
We dated in high school but growing pains began sneaking in, and we broke up after 7 years. My heart was truly meant for Van though and realized you don’t realize how much something means to you until you set it free. We reunited and Van proposed and we were officially engaged 2 days before Christmas. Our venue, Airlie, was stunningly beautiful! I fell in love with my Jim Hjelm dress the moment I put it on and knew that was the only designer I wanted to try on. I and it truly was my dream dress!
Noelle wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8800, purchased from Ann’s Boutique in Burke, Virginia.
Ever After Visuals http://EverAfterVisuals.com
Bridal Artistry http://www.bridalartistrydc.com
Karin’s Florist http://www.karinsflorist.com
Tony and Julie
08/07/2010
Lexington, KY, United States
Julie and Tony were married at the historic Bodley-Bullock House in downtown Lexington. The whole day shown with sophisticated southern details that enhanced the bride and grooms infectious attitude for fun and togetherness. Julie wanted to plan a wedding that felt, “sophisticated and classic, but not pretentious or overdone”.
Julie wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8912, purchased from Bridal and Formal in Cincinnati, OH.
Melanie Mauer http://melaniemauer.com/
Crist Creona http://www.cristcreonadesigns.com/
Ed and Julie
07/03/2011
New York, NY, United States
Ed and Julie had one goal while planning their wedding, and that was to make it FUN! The wedding ceremony was scheduled to take place in Central Park, but days before the wedding they were forced to change the ceremony location due to weather conditions. Fortunately their alternative location (The Divine Studio) provided a stunning, light filled back drop for their wedding photo’s. For the reception they chose their favorite spot in Brooklyn, The Gutter. Ed and Julie’s guests danced to a New Orleans Jazz band, while feasting on BBQ and bowling all night.
Julie wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8800, purchased from Adriennes in New York, New York.
Troy Grover Photographers www.troygrover.com
Eric Schneider http://mutablefilms.squarespace.com/
Darren and Mandi
11/20/2010
Portland, OR, United States
Darren and I went to the same high school and let’s just say I was dying to know everything about him. We had mutual friends and so we began to hang out often. Years went on, I moved on from my high school crush, we stayed friends…best friends. Skip ahead to November 2008. We slowly began to date, but both didn’t say a word because we didn’t want to jinx it… 1 month later (Okay so maybe more like 3 days!), I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with him!
Mandi wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8057
Yasmin Khajavi Photography http://ykvision.com
David and Jessica
05/07/2011
Paradise Valley, AZ, United States
Dave and I had a “destination wedding” in my hometown, Phoenix, Arizona. We were married at Saint Mary’s Basilica in downtown Phoenix and then held the reception at the Sanctuary Resort on Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley which was also where all of our guests stayed during the wedding weekend.
Jessica wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8002, purchased from Destiny’s Bride in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Jessica’s Bridesmaids wore Jim Hjelm Occasions bridesmaids dresses style 5050 with a fabric change to Silky Taffeta.
Melissa Jill www.melissajill.com
Wyatt and Kate
12/31/10
Sarasota, FL, United States
We wanted our wedding to reflect us in as many ways as possible. We used handmade, vintage, and well-loved elements in as many aspects as possible. The dress worked perfectly for a simple and elegant feel. It also matched the handmade veil beautifully. Above all, we wanted to have a good time surrounded by our loved ones: dancing the night away was the best way we knew how!
Kate wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8859
Jessica Lorren JessicaLorren.com
Powel Crosley Estate http://www.annamariaisland-longboatkey.com/crosley-estate/
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William and Mallory
05/21/2011
Charlotte, NC, United States
William and I had a year and half engagement which gave me more than enough time to plan my perfect wedding. I scoured magazines and blogs for inspiration. After doing much research I learned: I love glamour and glitz, I love draping, I love the colors black, gray, blush and ivory, I love big flower arrangements and I love ruffles and bows. Fashion is a passion of mine so searching for bridesmaid’s dresses with my mom and maid of honor was a blast. After months of trying on many dresses we discovered the stunning graphite Jim Hjelm dress. Perfection.
Mallory’s Bridesmaids wore Jim Hjelm Occasions dress style 5069, purchased from New York Bride & Groom in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Kristin Vining http://www.kristinvining.com/
Erik and Ashley
08/21/2010
Morristown, NJ, United States
Our goal was to throw an amazing, “funky garden party.” Throughout the planning, everything seemed to fall into place. My Jim Hjelm dress was everything I could have ever dreamed. The Conservatory was the perfect décor to carry out our theme. We chose to have a day event, which allowed the room to really shine, and thanks to the florist, it was bursting with color! The reception lasted until 5 p.m. at which point, we had transportation from the hotel into the town center, where we extended the party to a fun bar!
Ashley wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8962, purchased from Kleinfeld Bridal in New York, New York.
Julia Newman www.julianewman.com
Donna O’Brien, Beautiful Blooms www.beautifulblooms.com
Meg Henderson www.saloncaru.com
Tony and Brandi
10/02/2010
Kingsport, TN, United States
Getting married outside in Tennessee’s amazing autumn weather was obviously an easy choice! Other than an outdoor wedding, lace dress, and cowboy boots, we were up for just about anything. After choosing my ivory Jim Hjelm dress, Corral boots, and handmade jewelry, I was set. The handsome groom debuted in a brown pinstriped suit, cognac striped tie, and Ariat boots. The weather was perfect, my make-up was still shine free by aisle time, and the groom was amazing….what more could you ask for?!
Brandi wore a beautiful Jm Hjelm Bridal Gown, purchased from New York Bride & Groom in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Picsee Studio www.picseeweddings.com
T.J. and Rebecca
07/09/2011
East Greenwich, RI, United States
Rebecca Tull and TJ Guarino met in 2007. TJ asked for Rebecca’s hand while in PR for her brother’s wedding. After closing on their home TJ proposed. As part of the celebration the couple spent the 4th of July week with family and friends in Newport, RI. On July 9th Rebecca and TJ were married at Our Lady of Mercy Church in East Greenwich, RI. An incredible reception at the Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingstown followed. Rebecca and TJ honeymooned in Santorini, Greece. They live in West Boylston, MA with their two dogs Beau and Bella.Bridemaid dresses were in varying styles, three in wine, and four in sage, all the dupioni fabric.
Rebecca wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8800, purchased from Country weddings in Hingham, Massachusetts. Her bridal party wore various JLM Couture bridesmaids styles including style 5051, style 5114, style 5009, style 5104 and her maid of honor wore style 3021
Michael Sparks Keegan http://www.keeganphoto.com/
Ra-Mu and the Crew http://www.ramuandthecrewweddings.com/
Danielson Flowers http://www.danielsonflowers.com/
Frank and Jennifer
08/08/2009
Stonington, CT, United States
Frank and I were married on a summer evening at the Jonathan Edwards winery in Stonington , CT. Everything looked so beautiful that day, such as the winery, the weather, my gorgeous flowers, the tent, and best of all my handsome husband ! I just floated around the whole evening absolutlely glowing wearing the gown of my dreams holding the hand of the man of my dreams! If I could relive that night, the only thing I would do differently is remember to eat something !
Jennifer wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8801, purchased from Mariella Creations in Rocky Hill, Connecticut.
Alissa Dinneen www.alissadinneen.com
Derek and Rebecca
06/04/2011
South Haven, MI, United States
We were married in South Haven, Mich. in the garden of a family member’s home, off of the lake. The setting was ideal – a warm sunny day, a yard full of beautiful flowers, and a sparkler “toast” to end the night. To complement our rustic garden theme, I wanted an ethereal gown and fell in love with the combination of lace and tulle of this style. It was clear this was the perfect choice for me the moment I tried it on. Our favorite wedding day moment was our “first look” which brought tears to both of our eyes!
Rebecca wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8953, purchased from Vollie’s Bridal Boutique in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
Nicole Haley Photography www.nicolehaleyblog.com
Rich and Abby
05/28/2011
Philadelphia, PA, United States
My husband, Rich, and I got married on May 28, 2011 in Philadelphia. Luckily, we had a gorgeous day because my parents had worked for months to make their backyard look like paradise and they succeeded! It was the perfect setting to take pictures with my bridal party before leaving for the church. It just so happened that BOTH dresses were Jim Hjelm! It was obvious I was naturally drawn to the style. My wedding dress and the bridesmaid dresses complimented each other perfectly.
Abby wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8007, purchased from Bridals by Danielle in Philadelphia, PA.
Her bridesmaids wore Jim Hjelm Occassions style 5030 in raspberry, purchased from Country Way Bridal in Haddonfield, NJ.
Philip Gabriel Photography http://www.philipgabriel.com
Darko and Andrea
05/22/2010
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
I can honestly say that my wedding gown found me… my wedding gown was the first and only dress I tried on. The minute I had it on I just knew “this was the dress for me”. The luxurious fabric and delicate embroidery was so unique, yet had a traditional look with a modern edge to it. I can only describe it as “romantic” and that became the theme for my wedding.
The bride wore Jim Hjelm bridal gown style 8962.
Rachelle Rousseau http://www.rachellerousseau.ca
Ben and Monica
08/27/2010
Walker, MN, United States
My mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer shortly after Ben and I were engaged. Although we had not made any wedding plans yet, I knew I wanted my mother with me when I found the dress of my dreams. We went to Raffine in Stillwater, MN and my mom selected several gowns, but all along I knew which one I wanted – I saved it for last. When I came out in the bridal gown (Jim Hjelm 8011) my dad started to tear up-that was all it took for us to know that it was the one. I absolutely love it and could have tried on 100 more and not found something so perfect!
Verna Pitts http://www.vernapittsphotography.com/
Films by Francesco http://www.jlmcouture.com/blog/2011/01/28/real-wedding-monica-ben/www.filmsbyfrancesco.com
