Consider the pages in the Winter 2011 issue of Portland Bride & Groom magazine, on newsstands tomorrow, December 6th, an early Christmas present. Alongside tips, advice, new trends and pretty weddings, is this perfectly romantic shoot photographed by Elizabeth Messina. ‘Tis the season to pick up a copy for yourself or friend that’s recently got engaged!

Anne Barge strapless silk organza gown with knotted bodice. Organic cotton capelet by Holly Stalder.

Matthew Christopher satin organza gown with cascading petal skirt.

Enzoani belt (worn as headpiece) with chiffon flower clusters, rhinestones, and pearls on a velvet ribbon.

Justin Alexander Signature strapless silk and tulle mermaid gown. Roberto Coin chandelier earrings.


Monique Lhuillier’s embroidered illusion tulle corset bodice with modified A-line gown.

Monique Lhuillier long-sleeved re-embroidered Chantilly lace gown and Monique Lhuillier hand-appliqué lace and tulle veil.
Do you have a fav? We’ll take them all!
Photography: Elizabeth Messina / Magazine editor: Anna Sachse / Hair and makeup: Erin Skipley / Stylist: Eden Dawn / Model: Alex Long for Heffner Management





That sparkly tulle gown is breathtaking!
These are absolutely extraordinary gowns and photos!
these are simplyyyy gorgeous. gosh.
I don’t usually use the word “swoon,” but for Elizabeth Messina, I do.
Swoon.
There.
This is the dream gown of some brides ^_^
I absolutely love such gorgeous dresses.
I just can’t get enough of Elizabeth’s photos. They are STUNNING! The dresses are absolutely gorgeous as well….
Such a wonderful collections of Wedding Groom photos. Thanks for sharing.
All the gowns are absolutely gorgeous.
Absolutely breathtaking. I love the dress against the lush green. I want mine like that…
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=281194248574829&set=a.281194245241496.83800.201631593197762&type=1&theater
Does anyone know the name of the Enzoani belt? It’s “the one” for me, but I don’t see it on their website!
I like these!I like long sleeve evening dresses and cheap short prom dresses