Ireland : The Dark Hedges

The Dark Hedges in County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Photography by Indigo Lace Collective

Featuring the Collins gown

The Dark Hedges is a place that I will never forget. A family planted these trees in the eighteenth century along the drive to their home so that the visitors would be impressed as they drove toward their mansion. Let me tell you, I was certainly impressed! If you watch Game of Thrones you might recognize this road as The King’s Road!

Sparkly tulle cape in front of bride's face wearing a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

Bride wearing a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress with a tulle cape with pearls and crystals at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

Bride plays with the skirt of her lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress while wearing a tulle cape at The Dark Hedges in Northern IrelandThis location almost got cut from our list of spots to shoot at and we are so glad that it didn’t! There was such a magical and whimsical feel. A slight mist accompanied by the perfect amount of wind gave this dress the dance it needed.  We arrived around 9am and while there were a few other groups (and a lot of cows) there, we had the road mostly to ourselves!

Bride wearing a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress with a pearl and crystal tulle cape at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

bride wearinga lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress plays with her tulle cape at The Dark Hedges in Northern IrelandWe chose this dress, Collins, because we knew this location needed something to be just as incredible as the view. Collins is part of our Lily Rose Collection- a collection curated for our One Fine Day Brides. These gowns are not advertised and they aren’t readily found on social media or Pinterest so you easily get the feel of a one of a kind dress. If you want your wedding look to be different and unique, our Lily Rose Collection is for you!

Bride's tulle cape blows in the wind at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

Bride wearing a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress while her tulle cape blows in the wind at The Dark Hedges in Northern IrelandI know what you’re thinking- just give us the details on this gorgeous cape!! We contacted our veil and accessory maker, Sara Gabriel, and we asked if she’d be able to create a custom cape for our trip. They went above and beyond (as always) and created 4 of the most outstanding custom pieces- which you will see in following posts! This cape was just incredible! It is a gorgeous tulle scattered with pearls, sequins, and rhinestones. Capes are on the rise and they are going to be big! If you are considering wearing a veil, but just aren’t sure, this might be the perfect option for you. OR if you just want to do something unique, this is a perfect accessory for you!

Bride wearing a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress with a pearl and crystal tulle cape at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

bride in a lace and tulle horsehair wedding dress holds out her tulle cape to the sides at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

Bride looking over her shoulder in a lace and tulle horsehair ballgown wedding dress with a pearl and crystal tulle cape at The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland

 

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