The Grand Crown-Aubrey Aubrey - The Grand Crown (2 views)

Photo courtesy of Samantha Bailey, CA BOCES, Amity, NY. ↓ Photo courtesy of Samantha Bailey of Belmont BOCES, NY

The variations below hold a very basic idea of the flower types that I can do. 

For the true Victorian look these flowers would be in much richer colors like burgundy, creams, taupes and greys, even navy and many leaves added to the arrangement.

   ***Many flowers would be grouped together and even a mix of different flowers would be combined to get a more natural look. 

   ***Feathers can most certainly be added and would be very fitting for the Victorian look as well as little flower buds and berries.

 

   ***The bird cage veil is a very popular style for this season so I added it to my repertoire. 

   ***Mixing the look of different eras is quite acceptable and pulling off the look you want, "mostly this...with a (flavor) or (hint) of another" is the very essence of what makes your day...yours alone. 

Please remember to look around this entire site and get ideas that would carry your theme from your save the date cards throughout the wedding ceremony to your shoes and thank you cards.

Andrea1	The following headpieces are the latest creation I am working on for a bride-to-be, (this October).  Andrea loves the "rustic" look of the "flowered vine."  The perfect ivory with a dash of color to the silk ribbon was granted at her request.   We've added some beads to the petals for the right sparkle, too.
This is Andrea, showing off the beautiful piece that she designed.

This piece is on display at l'Evento Event Resource Boutique in Carmel, IN.    Cynthia front veil Cream rose buds. This is a closeup view of the front of this piece.  Larger, more open buds in the front and smaller, tighter little roses in the back.  All of the roses are beaded with a pearl bead for just a little sparkle.  Three lines of ribbon are on the sides of the piece to anchor the look and subtly draw the eye toward the neckline.  The end of each length of ribbon is beaded at the end.  This is classic Victorian.  Beautifully capturing nature with simple form and sweetness. $180 as is.	Cynthia         Back view shows the smaller roses behind the larger roses facing forward.  Three lines of ribbon anchor the sides for the true Victorian look.  The veil is ~30" long and is a straight cut that is untrimmed.  The veil of course can be changed to a different style and length.
Laurel1 w/ veil Bird cage veil with fascinator attached.  This flower (fascinator) is a white "magnolia" type of a flower.  The flower is made of bias cut silk ribbon that has been hand dyed white.  (Yes, even white needs a dye).  The stamens in the center are lilac and spring green.  The leaves are also made of bias cut silk ribbon that was hand dyed with many colors (multi-colored) green, lilac, burgundy and olive.  The colors of the leaves are dyed beautifully and the changes are subtle, definite and not at all muddy.  This particular piece can be customized in any way that will fit your needs and desires.  More flowers can be added to this look, less or more stamens can be added to the center of the flowers, the stamens can be lengthened or quite close to the flower's center.  The colors of the flower, leaves and stamens can also be changed, customized to fit your desires.  The shape and size of the flower petals can be altered as well.  This piece as is:  $55.	Laurel0 w/o veil Here is a clearer picture of the flower fascinator.  Isn't it beautiful?  This piece can be sold unattached to a veil, just as is.  This piece can be used in a multitude of ways-really the ideas are limitless.  See list of flower variations possible on the left for more ideas.  Of course there are ALWAYS those ideas and then some....  As is $15  (~5" wide)
Gwendolyn The picture of the piece above is beautiful, yes, but it does not capture all of the detail of the textures of the silks used.  The center of the flower is made of a dupioni silk ribbon and it is beautifully beaded in it's center.  The extending petals of the interior part of the main flower are made of bias cut silk ribbon that has been hand dyed white and are hand pleated very much in the fashion of Victorian style.  To add another texture and sparkle are the little pearl beads to secure the pleated ribbon.  Outside area of the piece are my signature Victorian rose buds that are so feminine.  This veil is a straight cut and untrimmed at the edges, ~30" long.   This piece:  $135.	Gwendolyn Here is the side view of the piece.  It is attached to the veil which already was equipped with a comb.  Any and all pieces can be altered and customized to accomodate different hairstyles.
Bethany1 w/ veil Bird cage veil with white flower fascinator.   Flower has three large petals made of bias cut silk ribbon that had been hand dyed white.  The stamens in the center are spring green.  Petals can be altered, leaves can be added, more flowers can be added to this piece and/or even feathers.  Type of flower can be changed.  As is: $55.  (Alterations will not necessarily make an enormous change in the price, please let me know what your design ideas would be before assuming any particular final cost of the piece).	Bethany0 w/o veil   Here is the fascinator from the left in a close up.  The details can be appreciated much more in this photograph.  Flower itself:  $15  (~6"wide)
Camille1 w/ veil Bird cage veil with white "fuller-petaled" flower fascinator.  The flower is made of bias-cut silk ribbon that has been hand dyed white.  The center is slightly different than the variations above with spring green stamens within a fluffier look.  As is: $55	Camille0 w/o veil Flower fascinator:  $15  (6" wide)
Renee1 w/ veil Flower fascinator attached to a veil (~30" long).  Flower is multi-petaled and there are actually flowers similar to the front flower on either side as well.  All the flowers have spring green stamens in the centers.  Flowers can be altered in innumerable ways, with additions of more flowers, different stamens, leaves added and/or different colors-which would be exactly the accessory needed for your bridal party!       As is:  $55.	Renee0 w/o veil Can be sold as just a fascinator or attached to a different veil altogether.  Don't forget these fascinators can also be used as a wrist corsage or boutonniere for any member of the bridal party or special order just for family members.  This could answer the question of how to differentiate between the guests and the wait staff in a most elegant way.  The fascinator itself:  $17/each.
Tricia1 w/ veil Four petaled flower with a dupioni silk (ribbon) center.  The main larger petals are made of bias-cut silk ribbon that has been hand dyed white.  The center had sequins and pearl beads.  This piece is attached to a Bird cage veil.  $55 As is.	Tricia0 w/o veil Flower fascinator can be sold separately:  $15.
Karin1 w/ veil Attached to a Bird Cage veil is this beautiful, unique flower fascinator.  The flower is made of bias-cut silk ribbon that has been hand dyed white.  The pearled center is a fluff of silk ribbon.    Change the color... to your theme color(s) for your bridal party and the look is complete for one and all.  Use these flowers on the invitation and save the date cards and thank you cards and you have completed your themed pieces from start to finish of your perfect wedding day.  As is:  $55	Karin w/o veil This flower fascinator can be sold separately as is:  $15.  (~6" wide)

Zoey	Zoey	I'm so excited about this flower.  The size of the ribbon can make all the difference in the world!  Brides can wear TOP HATS, too.  A white hat and a white flower this size would make such a grand statement.  Add a veil to the front of the brim of the hat and again, there's a whole new look!  $20
Elizabeth Silk ribbon flower tiara for bridesmaids.  All white version of this tiara can be made for the bride.    $35	Roxanne Sweet and elegant can finish your vintage look.  This is attached to hair style with alligator clip.  Fascinator. This piece can also be attached to a veil for the bride or a snood for the vintage bridesmaid.   $25/ea	Quinn All of classics of the Vintage Look.  Burgundy rosettes are in company with small velvet clusters of leaves. Sweet silk pink and green pansies are in the mix.  Knotted pink dainty ribbons surround this piece to give it the extra touch of femininity.  All attached to a crinoline backing necessary to hold the piece in shape.  Truly an heirloom quality piece.  A shadowbox to showcase this beautiful piece for years to come is most recommended. $55
This is the close up of my the "Grand Crown-Aubrey" piece.  This can be worn completely upright and curled tightly to an updo or worn as a headband. This idea was taken from my 1914 Ribbonwork instruction booklet. Height of this piece can be altered; even taller or much narrower.  The inside is finished with satin material. bridal hair accessories	The Grand Crown-Aubrey Aubrey-full view "Grand Crown." Making an elegant and glorious statement. $210	Francesca Close-up view of gorgeous bridal headpiece.  Turquoise peps (large buds) and stamens  can be seen above the white flowers. $125 Vintage bridal hair accessories
Brittany Black, dramatic and serene.  Classic vintage bridal headpiece.   This view shows that even the inside of the piece is completed. The satin material covers all of the workings and stitches of the front. $95   This piece (photo on Home Page) is on display at l'Evento Boutique.  vintage bridal hair accessories	Brittany-close up	Francesca back view Back view of headpiece shows dainty white ribbon knotted-then-looped.  Some dangle. bridal hair accessories
Hallie Slim headband.  Two closely-nestled rows of classic two-colored buds.  Petite version of headband on right.  Opened flowers peek out above ear. $30    Bridal Hair accessories	Lindsay   The band is about 3" wide and pictured here are the flowers that adorn one side.  Entire band is padded for look and comfort. $75	Lindsay Full view of headband.  (close up is on the left).  bridal hair accessories
Danielle Tiara if worn in front.  Red dupioni silk ribbon flowers.  This piece can also be worn as a snood (colored accordingly for bridal party) or all white (with or without a mix of other colors) and attached to the veil for the bride. This is 6" long.   $45	Samantha Small, baby blue rosettes surrounded by dainty "champagne" ribbons that are  knotted-then-looped.  This is a barrette.  Perfect set up for a snood. $25	This is Joan's headpiece. She had always dreamed of having it look just this way. I shared her ideas of it very easily. We had a very small window of time to work with and her hopes of getting what she always dreamed of were slipping away...read Testimonials.   $125   bridal hair accessories/tiara Joan
Collette Wreath of leaves.  Rustic and impish.  A classic vintage style.  Can be made of entirely white and ivory leaves & using hand dyed bias cut silk ribbon. $75	Mary-Terese White rosettes with crinoline.  Crinoline/tulle can be altered in innumerable ways.  Tulle can be more subdued and a veil can be attached to the back as another option. $45	Please specify which style(s) are desired/email. These beautiful silk ribbon flowers can also be used to adorn a veil.  Or simply the band could be changed to all white satin.  The Vintage Look which is popular for the 2010 bridal season would have more muted colors; taupes, beiges, creams and even browns would be appropriate for the vintage theme.  $15
Snoods... Philomena "Snoods" are a lacy "cup" that hold a bun. Variations are welcome with this style as well as any other piece. $15	Anne With the idea of the "snood" ---leaves made of ribbon are cradled inside the veil. "Champagne" petaled-flowers with beaded centers, cream rosettes.  Band is ruched (ruffled) cream ribbon.  This piece can be curved into any shape to conform to hair style. $40 Bridal hair accessories	Clara Fascinator. White rose with cream leaves.  A simple accent.  Bridal/prom/everyday. Large barrette. ~4" long $7
	Yes, this is from my headband's page and it is a great example of taking (one of my ideas) and switching it around.  The snood could be a full piece of the plaid fabric and the flowers, well, could still be there...around the whole snood or just a couple across the top.  Ideas, Ideas, Ideas.	Colors of Italy Headband