Uptown Girl

Fall/Winter 2014

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Uptown Girl | Head to The Vendue, where the chic (and recently revamped) boutique hotel plays host to a slew of sophisticated looks

fashion Ashley Brook Perryman Corbin Gurkin

Justin Alexander’s silk dupioni cap-sleeved gown with pearl and crystal waistband from Bridal House of Charleston. Diamond, yellow gold, and sterling silver necklace from Joint Venture Estate Jewelers. Bel Aire Bridal’s silver clutch from Jean’s Bridal. Bouquet by Tiger Lily Weddings. 1950 Chevrolet Bel Air Deluxe car from Lowcountry Valet & Shuttle Co. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Justin Alexander’s silk dupioni cap-sleeved gown with pearl and crystal waistband from Bridal House of Charleston. 1950 Chevrolet Bel Air Deluxe car from Lowcountry Valet & Shuttle Co. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Amsale’s “Alexa” pink silk organza gown with peplum and attached train and rhinestone hair brooch, both from White on Daniel Island. Vintage rhinestone necklace and cuff bracelet, both from Candy Shop Vintage. Bouquet by Tiger Lily Weddings. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Amsale’s “Alexa” pink silk organza gown from White on Daniel Island. Vintage rhinestone necklace and cuff bracelet, both from Candy Shop Vintage. A. Jaffe’s white gold “Seasons of Love” diamond ring from Paulo Geiss Jewelers. Bouquet by Tiger Lily Weddings. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Modern Trousseau’s “Scout” strapless guipure lace and satin fit-and-flare gown. LOVE’s cream satin sash with crystal embellishments from Gown Boutique of Charleston. David Yurman’s sterling silver and pavé diamond pendant and wheat chain necklace from his Albion collection at REEDS Jewelers. Yellow gold and diamond ring from Joint Venture Estate Jewelers. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Modern Trousseau’s “Scout” strapless guipure lace and satin fit-and-flare gown. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Hayley Paige’s “Houston” pink netting gown with alabaster embellishments from White on Daniel Island. Rhinestone bracelet from Jean’s Bridal. LOVE’s crystal hair brooch from Gown Boutique of Charleston. White gold and diamond ring from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Hayley Paige’s “Houston” pink netting gown with alabaster embellishments from White on Daniel Island. Rhinestone bracelet from Jean’s Bridal. White gold and diamond ring from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Bouquet from Tiger Lily Weddings. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Monique Lhuillier’s “Emmeline” trumpet gown with baroque embroidered tulle from Maddison Row. LOVE’s embellished sash from Gown Boutique of Charleston. White gold and diamond necklace from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Monique Lhuillier’s “Emmeline” trumpet gown with baroque embroidered tulle from Maddison Row. LOVE’s embellished sash from Gown Boutique of Charleston. David Yurman’s sterling silver and diamond cuff from his Labyrinth collection at REEDS Jewelers. White gold and diamond necklace and ring, both from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Nicole Miller’s “Annabelle” baroque silk beaded gown from Southern Protocol Boutique. Tulle and rhinestone hair clip from White on Daniel Island. Lorren Bell’s pearl and Swarovski crystal art deco necklace from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Watters’ gown with illusion neckline and back with baroque lace from Jean’s Bridal. Patrizia Daliana’s pendant necklace from The Hidden Countship. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Watters’ gown with illusion neckline and back with baroque lace from Jean’s Bridal. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Jim Hjelm’s gown with sequin bodice and netting from Gown Boutique of Charleston. David Yurman’s sterling silver and diamond pendant necklace from REEDS Jewelers. Yellow gold diamond ring from Joint Venture Estate Jewelers. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Christos’ “Mia” ball gown with illusion neckline and corded lace bodice from Maddison Row. Treats for Tresses vintage rhinestone and pearl headband (worn around her bun) from Gown Boutique of Charleston. Vermeil and lemon quartz bracelet from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Bouquet by Tiger Lily Weddings. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Christos’ “Mia” ballgown with illusion neckline and corded lace bodice from Maddison Row. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Black Label by Anne Barge Collection’s “Bacall” gown available in Charleston through White on Daniel Island. Clara Kasavina’s “Samira” jeweled clutch from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Black Label by Anne Barge’s “Bacall” gown available through White on Daniel Island. Spanish art deco peineta (hair comb) with rhinestones from Candy Shop Vintage. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Pronovias’ “Beca” mermaid-style gown with embroidered sweetheart bodice and tulle and organza ruffled skirt from Gown Boutique of Charleston. Crystal hair clip from Jean’s Bridal. Mariell’s rhinestone collar necklace from White on Daniel Island. 1950 Chevrolet Bel Air Deluxe car from Lowcountry Valet & Shuttle Co. Image by Corbin Gurkin, photographed at The Vendue.

Modern Trousseau’s “Vera” lace and organza fit-and-flare gown. Blue ribbon sash with leaf-shaped rhinestone brooch and rhinestone earrings, both from Candy Shop Vintage. Bel Aire Bridal’s cathedral veil with embroidered flowers from Jean’s Bridal. White gold and diamond ring from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

“Vera” lace and organza fit-and-flare gown from Modern Trousseau. Blue ribbon sash with leaf-shaped rhinestone brooch and rhinestone earrings, both from Candy Shop Vintage. Cathedral veil with embroidered flowers from Jean’s Bridal. White gold and diamond ring from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Adrianna Papell’s short sequin dress from Bella Bridesmaid. Pella Moda’s “Gretel” sling-back sandals from Shoes on King. Vintage pendant necklace and chain from Out of Hand. Image by Corbin Gurkin.

Photographs by:

Corbin Gurkin

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Uptown Girl Details
Styling: Ayoka, www.ayokalucas.com
Hair and Makeup: Ashley Brook Perryman, www.abpmakeup.com
Photographs: Corbin Gurkin, www.corbingurkinphotography.com
Location: The Vendue, www.vendueinn.com
Fashion and Accessories: Find sources for each ensemble in the gallery.

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