Today on the first day of summer, or wedding season as I've come to know it, I'd like to share examples of my go-to wedding gift, an original
custom bridal fashion illustration. The commonality that these brides share is that their custom sketches were all given as a wedding gift, plus I happen to know them each personally.
(Photo: Gulnara Studio. Gabrielle Bridal Illustration: Brooke Hagel)
The first blond bombshell here was given her custom bridal illustration as a surprise present from our mutual friend. The lace bustier and satin mermaid skirt is actually the first custom bride I've been commissioned to draw wearing separates and I think its such a striking look!
(Photo & Sari Bridal Illustration: Brooke Hagel)
The next bride is my beautiful bohemian cousin in a head-to-hem opened back lace gown. After attending her wedding last summer I couldn't wait to get work drawing her. The wow factor for me was her beautiful hair, which was worn in such a editorial/high-fashion style with a beaded headpiece and loose tendrils. She also carried a voluminous wild flower bouquet that I loved incorporating into the illustration, which normally I avoid, but this one just enhanced her whole boho bridal look.
(Ariel Bride Illustration: Brooke Hagel)
Last but not least is another friend that gifted the illustration as a wedding present. She however opted to give a
gift certificate the day of the wedding (for a custom illustration) so I could then work directly with the bride throughout the design process. Her slinky silk gown with delicate floral embellishments was ideal for her long lean figure and the beach destination wedding.
To get started on a custom bridal illustration, read more about my process or to give one as a gift to a special bride in your life, check out the
custom listings in
Brooklit Bride or click
here if you'd like to give a gift certificate for a custom illustration.
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