We were thrilled to have Pilates Instructor and LAND Essentials owner Jaimi-Lee Fitzgerald choose a L’eto gown for her upcoming wedding. With a Diploma in Health Science and a beautiful wellness brand, we wanted to learn more about how she is preparing physically, mentally and spiritually to feel her best for her upcoming nuptials.
Read MoreNatalie Marie Jewellery Unveils New Collection Featuring L'eto Bridal
Read MoreWedding veils are back in fashion thanks to celebrities choosing the classic trend for their wedding looks. With the genius of modern ateliers, the humble wedding veil has been transformed into the must-have accessory for your big day with options from bespoke embroidery to classic, simple veils. Discover the top five wedding veil styles below.
Hailey Bieber chose a Princess Diana cathedral length veil for a dramatic take on the classic wedding accessory. If your dress has a long train, the extra-long veil is the perfect complement. On the other hand; a long, voluminous veil also looks great with elegantly simple silk wedding dresses currently trending. This contrast of volume between dress and veil can create a unique silhouette while you’re saying your vows.
Below on the top in the centre is Hailey Bieber’s cathedral length veil, as well as some of our L’eto real brides wearing full-length wedding veils.
Short, slim veils, like Lily Allen’s contemporary wedding veil, are a modern take on veils. They work perfectly for brides looking for a simple veil that doesn’t change the line of their dress.
Short veils can be as short as shoulder-length, or as long as hip or fingertip length depending on your dress and preference. Extra-short veils at shoulder length are best worn with dresses that balance out the extra volume, such as mermaid-skirted dresses, short dresses or wedding suits.
Below are our real brides, Annie, Veronica & Tayla, wearing short veils with their L’eto Bridal Wedding Dresses.
Embroidered veils have been beloved for decades, from Brigitte Bardot to more recently, The Duchess of Sussex. Ornate detailing on your veil adds an extra touch of styling to your wedding look, and can include everything from beading to bespoke embroidered words or phrases, like our L’eto Bridal Poem Veil.
Veils for those brides who don’t want a veil to cover their dress are known as blusher veils or nets. These veils are perfectly suited to most dresses as well as the popular wedding suits for women available at all modern wedding ateliers. Below is one of our gorgeous Real Brides in our Wedding Suit Piece 51 with a net blusher.
Not all veils need to be clipped at the top and left to fall over your dress. Take a tip from Kate Moss and fasten your veil at the sides of your hair to become part of your hairstyle. Veils between shoulder and hip length are best for this style, and you’ll need to ask your hair dresser to practice with your veil a few times before the big day to master this look.
Veils are back in fashion as the perfect accessory for your Big Day. Whether you’re after a simple, raw-edged tulle veil, or a more intricate embroidered veil, we can help you choose the best veil for your wedding dress.
It’s time to choose the perfect dress for your wedding day! Whether you’ve had an idea in your head since you were little, or this is the first time you’re starting to look; the dress is one of the very best parts of planning your wedding. However, the more you look, the more you’ll find dresses that are almost close to the perfect dress. Almost. This is where customisation comes in. Here are the top 5 ways most people choose to customise their special dress for their big day.
Read MorePiece 51 is L’eto Bridal’s luxe answer to the sophisticated wedding suit trend that’s sweeping the world of bridal style. Breathtakingly elegant, this fitted suit jacket and perfectly tailored pants add a level of sophistication to your big day that you’ve only dreamed of. Inspired by infamous female power suit wearers like Katharine Hepburn, the wedding suit is the ultimate in empowered femininity.
Read MoreHappy new year! With this bright new year comes a swathe of stunning wedding dress trends you’ll absolutely love. Whether you’re looking for a fresh bridal look for 2022, or you’re getting ideas for accessories and add-ons, here are the top trends for the year.
This year romantic silhouettes are set to dominate wedding fashion. From delicate lace to cascading fabrics and oversized shoulders, the modern romance of weddings is back in a big way. Think Maid Marion’s soft sleeves, gently cascading silks and romantic necklines.
This welcome return to the essence of weddings is inspired largely by popular celebrity bridal looks from 2021 including Lily Collins and Lady Kitty Spencer.
Image: Instagram @kittyspencer
Below are 4 looks from the L’eto Bridal SLOW collection that channel the return to romance trend.
Fashion from the 90’s is back in a big way. and wedding dresses are no exception. Think luxury styling inspired by the decade, with subtly sexy cut-outs, slinky silhouettes created from desperately fine silk, slip-style wedding gowns and slits for easy movement.
Image: Instagram @arianagrande
Below are L’eto Bridal’s pieces created with the 90’s resurgence trend in mind.
Nothing is more alluring than a high neckline, and the world agrees. Countless celebrity brides have embraced the high neckline trend, adding a demure grace to any bridal look. Best of all, high necklines can be created gently with soft silk fastened with pearl buttons, or firmly supported by using a piece of lace or soft tulle.
We thank Lily Collins for bringing back the high neck trend.
Image: Instagram @lilycollins
Below are L’eto Bridal’s pieces channelling the 2022 wedding dress trend of high necklines
Whether you’re looking for a more casual dress on the day, or you need a fun and flirty dress for your reception, the party wedding dress trend of 2022 is for you. From frills to layers and fringing, party wedding dresses move and twirl with your every move, adding fun and fluidity to your bridal look.
Image: Vogue UK
Below are L’eto Bridal’s pieces created to move and flow with you.
Wedding suits are well and truly for women in 2022 thanks to the stylish creations of the world’s top designers. Luxurious fabrics, smart tailoring and clever pairing with soft tops add romanticism to the contemporary luxe of women’s suits. This trend has truly transformed wedding attire in 2022 adding a whole new realm of possibilities for every bride.
The regal pearl has re-entered the bridal space in the form of subtle details from buttons to veil combs and hair highlights. Pearls are seemingly always on-trend, but their re-entry into the world of weddings is a welcome addition to the return of romantic wedding dresses.
At L’eto Bridal we know every bride has her own unique taste. So if you want to blend a few of the above trends together in one stunning dress, or you want a different look altogether, we can create a custom bridal look to help make your special day the very best day you can imagine.
Modern and beautifully fashionable, Piece 46 embodies Parisian style and breathtaking romance. Inspired by walks along the beach and the picture of delicate seafoam at dusk, you can almost feel the waves as you brush your hands over the skirt of Piece 46.
Read MoreKnowing what to wear under your wedding dress while staying comfortable and keeping your undergarments discreet is tricky. Exquisite fabrics like silk satin are hallmarks of modern wedding dresses, but choosing the right undergarments that won’t show through is imperative. At L’eto Bridal, we’ve been helping brides choose the perfect bridal look for years, including the perfect undergarments for very specific bridal designs. Here are our top tips.
Image by Lauren Young
Bridal shapewear can be comfortable.
Luckily, thanks to garment technology, undergarments don’t have to be thick and uncomfortable. They can be thin and breezy so you can barely even tell you’re wearing them!
Shorts as undergarments may not sound very glamorous, but they’re the best way to avoid any underwear lines through your dress. With bright lights, camera flashes and spotlights for that special dance, even ‘seam free’ underwear lines can be seen through the luxury fabrics of designer wedding dresses, particularly silk satin.
All seamfree wedding dresses are crafted to create an elongated silhouette, so don’t let your undergarments distract from these elegant lines. High-waisted shorts help maintain the sleek, continuous line from torso to skirt.
This is real bride Tess in Piece 35 - a perfect example of a un-waisted dress
We love Spanx Thinstincs (High-waisted)
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On Core High Waisted Mid-Thigh Shorts
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Spanx Power Series High Power Shorts
If your dress has a defined waist, or is a top and skirt ensemble, high-waisted shorts aren’t necessary. Choose a waist height that suits your unique figure and complements the line of the dress.
We love Spanx Thinstincts Mid-Thigh Shorts
Thick undergarments don’t work in the hot sun, so if you’re getting married on a hot summer’s day, try these super-thin options:
Spanx Skinny Britches High-Waist Mid-Thigh Shorts
Or for dresses with a defined waist or skirt:
Spanx Skinny Britches Mid-Thigh Shorts
Finding seamless shorts created for dresses with a low back is near impossible, so we recommend brides make their own. Find good quality, high-waisted shorts like the options above and cut a gentle oval shape from side seam to side seam. We find this helps maintain the line of your dress without compromising the stunning low back look.
Check our real bride Stephanie in Piece 44, a perfect example of an elegant and slightly low back dress
Mini shorts may look cute, but the seam at the thigh can often create a slight bulging shape that changes the line of the skirt. Instead, opt for the longer bike-short style.
Any edging and heavy seams at the bottom of the shorts will show through your dress, especially under harsh lighting. Look for undergarments, like the options above, that have a seam-free edge as they won’t show through.
Every bride needs a different level of bust support, and the design of each dress will determine which bra works for your special day.
Silicon stick-on bras are a favourite of most of our brides as they offer a small amount of support, shape and don’t show any straps or seams.
We don’t recommend nipple covers or pasties as these will often show through the fabric and change the look of your dress.
We love Stick On Winged U Plunge Bra
Our brides tell us it’s tough to find good undergarments if you’re big-busted but a size 8-10. So we’ve found the perfect bustier that fits this unique body type to offer support without ruining the line of your dress with unsightly straps.
We love the Le Mystere Soiree Bustier Nude
Stick-on bras have been transformed lately thanks to a simple lace-up style which helps create more support and lift. If you’re looking for some more support on your big day, try a lace-up stick-on bra style.
Here’s real bride Kashira in Piece 14, one of our lower-cut designer wedding dresses
Full bodysuits are great if you love that super sleek feeling underneath your bridal look. Plus, high-quality bodysuits often have underwire and bust support to give you that feeling of support throughout your big day.
We love Suit Your Fancy Plunge Low-Back Mid-Thigh Bodysuit with its plunging low back style, perfect for backless bridal looks.
Sick of big, voluminous dress options that don’t suit the stylish, modern bride you are?
At L’eto bridal we have you covered. Our brand is known for its ability to blend femininity and modern bridal styling for your big day. Contact us via email or social media to learn more about our dresses and how the right undergarments can help you create your dream
Modern wedding dresses need the perfect accessories to round out a breathtaking bridal look, so we’ve created the Aisle Edit. Each month the L’eto team handpicks exclusive accessories to bring you a complete bridal look; from shoes to wedding jewellery. This month we’re featuring Piece 24C, a strapless pleated ruffle dress and quintessential Australian bridal look.
Read MoreOur recent photoshoot with L’eto real bride Rosie and her soon-to-be husband Jake draws inspiration from a by-gone era where men’s bridal fashion was custom made and tailored to compliment the true essence of the groom’s personality.
Unfortunately, in our modern wedding landscape the bride is the one to plan most of the event, leaving the groomsman often opting for a simple black tuxedo or navy suit. Whilst there is certainly nothing wrong with a classic suiting option, we thought it was time to re-inspire grooms to take control of their wedding day attire in order to truely feel their personality and style shine through.
Read MoreWelcome to The Aisle Edit.
We have put together suggestions on shoes, jewellery and veils to give you a gentle guide to styling your L’eto gown.
Piece 35 is one of our more popular and versatile gowns. Brides are drawn to this dress for its elegant simplicity, delicate details and feminine fluidity. Piece 35 can be made with short or long sleeves, and similarly styled with strappy heels and soft accessories for a warmer weather wedding, or closed-toe heels and pearl studs for a cooler climate.
Explore The Aisle Edit for our much loved Piece 35 below.
Read MoreWelcome to The Aisle Edit.
We have put together suggestions on shoes, jewellery and veils to give you a gentle guide to styling your L’eto gown.
Explore The Aisle Edit for our much loved Piece 19C below.
Read MoreSo you’ve found your dream dress, and now you can start the exciting journey of finding the perfect shoes.
We have so many enquiries about what shoes we recommend to suit our minimal & modern gowns, and whilst we tend to steer towards classic pumps and elegant sandals, here are a few key styles we are loving at the moment.
Read MoreWith the current environment resulting in postponed weddings all over the world, we thought it would be helpful to share the best way to store your gown until your new date comes around in order to ensure it remains beautiful, fresh and ready to wear for your big day.
Read MoreWith the current environment resulting in postponed weddings all over the world, we thought it would be helpful to share the best way to store your gown until your new date comes around in order to ensure it remains beautiful, fresh and ready to wear for your big day.
Read MoreYou’ve locked in the venue and your wedding plans are beginning to take shape, but have you considered who will be there capturing your dream day?
A photographer is one of the most important components of the day. They capture the moments that you will cherish forever, so, what do you look for when choosing your photographer?
We recommend making your selection based on three things: Quality, Experience and Chemistry.
Read MoreTHE YEAR OF THE L'ETO BRIDE
We've been a little busy - traveling, creating new collections and MAKING CHANGES in bridal industry and within the company itself as well. We are in the midst of a global pandemic and unprecedented lockdowns, but we wanted to share our latest adventures with you! Because while everything has slowed down we have sped up in order to bring you L'eto Bride, like you've never seen her before.
SO WHAT HAVE WE BEEN UP TO ?
We can't stop reliving our earlier traveling days - roaming through the streets of Paris to shoot the latest collection LA EUROPA, feels like a distant dream… If it weren't for the photo evidence, we may not have believed it was only a year ago. The world and life itself seems so different now, lockdowns, silence and a slower more considered pace has replaced a life of to-do-lists and adventures. We were busy doing so much, yet taking in so little. It has been nice to reflect on this time in one of our favourite cities to learn just how important travel is for us here at L'eto- to immerse ourselves in foreign lands and cultures. The adventure that comes with being plunged into the unknown, this is what has always fueled L'eto; her brave spirit and unique voice, this is what makes us excited about the future... where to go next (when they let us!)
THE REVOLUTION
In case you haven't yet heard, we've started a bridal revolution and it couldn't have come any sooner. We are so proud to be one of the founders of the new wave of bridal, The Post Modernists - the new form of bridal market. If you haven't yet heard the news, we teamed up with the competition where five women in bridal created a Bridal Revolution. A new space in bridal where we will showcase our collections side by side and stand united in order to reshape and redefine the world of bridal, bringing fashion, art and respect back to the process and story of good design.
It was this movement that helped L'eto make the most important decision yet, moving all of our production back into Australia, making more conscious and considered decisions about our brand, the designs and our collections. We are so thrilled to have brought everything back home, as difficult as it is we believe more than ever in resurrecting the dying art trade of fashion onto Australian shores. The more of us who bring things back home, the greater the demand and hopefully we can collectively begin to rebuild the fashion industry back to Australia.
ALL AUSTRALIAN
It is an honour to now say that L'eto Bridal is an all Australian bridal label that is determined to make love cool again - from the very beginning right through to the end of Production. We won't lie, this was a huge challenge, but our time in isolation was not wasted. We went back to the drawing board and carefully reconsidered our brand - who we wanted to be. We hope to be one of the Australian fashion labels that helps to rebuild the fashion trade on shore and create more opportunities for growth in the future. We are currently working on our new collection in our very own atelier at Sydney’s Northern Beaches and cannot wait to unveil the new and very reconsidered look of L’eto.
#COVIDLIFE
We've had to cancel London, we've had to cancel appointments, we've had to cancel overseas production. It sounds like a lot of bad news at once, but we've gone glass half full on this one! Instead of waiting for the world to get back to business, we've been peeling back the layers of our business and the bridal business all at once. What did we find? We could do better and so we have. Our Post Modernist London show is only the beginning of a very important message we were trying to send, that bridal is for everyone and yet not everyone was represented. That bridal should be an extension of fashion and yet it seems to lack the variety and story telling of the high-end fashion world. That important conversations with other designers, artists and creatives is the key to growing the world of bridal and L'eto is very honoured to be part of this history - to create a post-modern form of bridal, a form that is distinctive to high-end, fashion inspired, conscious art-making processes. Follow L'eto's journey into the post-modern world of bridal and stay up to date with all things The Post Modernists.
NEW COLLECTIONS
Apart from starting new revolutions, new on-shore production teams and new ways of doing bridal, we have been busy at work creating new vibes. L'eto is all about making love cool, yet never before have we loved the designing process so much- just what makes us so cool. It is the carefully considered textures, fibres and fall of our designs. Stay tuned to see the latest L'eto collection and in the meantime, you can always book an appointment with us here at L'eto to take you through our world of cool, post-modern bridal.
L’eto Bridal Team x
So you’ve made your plans, and it’s the last few weeks leading up to the wedding. Your bride tribe has done all they can for you, and these loyal sisters need a break before the big day just as much as you do, because months of serious wedding prep has taken its toll and you and your girlfriends deserve a mini vacation!
Of course, one might prefer a private escape with your partner-to-be; just the two of you in a scenic cottage surrounded by lush nature sounds tempting when caught up in the hullabaloo of event planning.
Well, it’s time to kick back, because we’ve done the work for you and discovered these beautiful getaways for your last hurrah. Leave the idea of bar-hopping and bawdy bachelorette affairs behind; from a surf mansion to a beautifully mellow cabin for two in the woods, these retreats are sure to inspire a different sort of hen night.
Paddock Hall is a lovely getaway cabin built by hand on Yalburabah, a ‘place of healing’ as denoted by the indigenous Bundjalung people. It’s perfect for a couple’s retreat, and if you want to see the sights and touch base with nature, it’s only a 15 minute drive to Lennox and Lake Ainsworth, 10 minutes to Killen Falls, and 20 minutes to Byron.
With five bedrooms and enough space for at least eight of your besties, Casa Mio Surf Hacienda on Crescent Head is a dream come true. The beach is right outside your doorstep, barely five minutes away by foot, and the house is handsomely furnished with modern, yet organic interior features.
An original timber and sandstone fisherman’s cottage on the edge of the waters of Mackerel Beach sounds like a great idea for an escape to a simpler time. Fitting up to four people in this lovingly restored Little Black Shack, the seclusion is a luxury in these hectic times, and we adore the raw natural beauty that surrounds it.
Luxury is never overrated, right? Pretty Beach House is such an understated name for this gorgeous award-winning getaway. With incredible private pavilions and premium Italian cuisine sourced from garden to plate, this experience will surely be something unforgettable.
As the prosecco flowed and the teas steeped in the glow of the Mosaic Room of Ovolo Nishi Hotel, we were so pleased to meet with all that came down for Mrs Fray’s pop-up. We must mention of course, how all of this started.
Mrs. Fray started in a bid to bring the best of the wedding market to Canberra in an experience that would outshine every other. They’re making a dream of fun and stylish gown hunting into a reality, with the focus on creating a warm and inviting shop space that would never exclude anyone. No bride should go unsatisfied or settle for less with them in town.
Right now, tri-annual pop ups are happening with them, revolutionising the way brides can scour the city for the perfect pieces. Their offerings are from curated brands with impeccable taste and style, and not only gowns are available.
This March, they featured lingerie, sleepwear and the most divine fragrances. Ready-to-wear and jewellery brands also shared the space with us, Karen Willis Holmes, Lola Varma, and Prea James Bridal.
It’s a full retail experience of anything you ever wanted all boiled down into one gorgeous space. With personal appointments and free browsing, one could feel at ease deciding just exactly what you want without the distractions of anything else.
Forget suspicious carpets in off-season jewel tones and harsh, artificial LEDs in the space where you start your dream- Mrs. Frays choice of the Mosaic Room flooded the room with natural light and its natural textures only elevated each outfit being tried on.
What’s more, Amy and Andi, founders of Mrs. Fray, have just confirmed their permanent status here in Canberra. Watch out for what unfolds as they prepare to welcome you once again to their new space in Campbell.
All in all, it was a beautiful collection of makers and movers all gathered last month. We’re looking forward to meeting more of you in the upcoming events that we have here and there; and thank you for the lovely experience.
We’ve spotted some brands that we love on Instagram! Here’s the spotlight on contemporary footwear for the modern woman.
Forgive the pun, but this is by far one of ourfavourite picks. BY FAR combines nostalgia and modernity to birth a shoe brand with a cult following, and for good reason indeed. Their globe-trotting styles induce a sense of possiblity; you could go anywhere and be anyone in their shoes. The slick sensibilities are made luxe with carefully considered proportions, curves, and of course, materials. You know, a good shoe can really take your breath away.
This Warsaw founded luxury brand has all that we love- glamour, opulence, and a bit of attitude. These aspects combined in their incredible style of shoes have been knocking us out the park since they started in 2017. An offering of stylish, punchy silhouettes and gorgeous satin textures with refined details come in every season. Of course, the artisan’s commitment to craftsmanship can be seen straightaway by the quality of the construction.
Delicately cut fringe and the thinnest leather straps adorn Reike Nen’s contemporary designs. Inspired by the juxtaposition of materials and textures, they embrace raw materials and refine it into a style we can’t deny. Take a closer look at the enchanting silhouettes and next-level attention to detail that the Korean brand offers, and we especially love how each piece can be worn anytime, anywhere.
Korean designer Sunyuul Yie reimagines Mary Jane loafers to colour block mules, while everyday shoes are punctuated with statement designs, trapezoidal shapes, and a focus on comfortable wearability. There’s an undeniable sense of elegance in the architectural shapes and organic style that she has been developing since 2013. It’s a sharp blend of old and new, and like they say, nothing about them is ordinary.
Lose yourself in the dreams that Enio and Monica, the founders of Le Silla, have crafted for you. They’ve translated their strive for femininity into 20 years of luxury artisanal creation, only made in Italy from heel to toe. Le Silla presents a new wave of classic seduction with touches of rock ‘n’ roll, and still attends to the desires of us fickle women.
