Enchanting, romantic and deeply sentimental, designer Hannah Ruth Zander premiered her latest bridal collection during her “Toast of the Town” runway presentation hosted by the Commercial Club in downtown SLC
Photography by Carly Duke, Sarah Robinson and Olivia Jones
With an emphasis on storytelling and sustainability, Zander crafts her collections by upcycling vintage pieces and reclaimed materials to create one-of-a-kind bridal gowns that evoke a skillful mix of timeless glam and nostalgic beauty.
In her latest release, Zander reinvents classic styles by taking elements that would otherwise feel dated, or even sappy, and bestows them with fresh life through imaginative applications and elevated technique; polka dots, layered frills and heart motif details all had their spotlight on the runway.
“I wanted this collection to feel joyful, sentimental, and deeply personal to my style,” says Zander. “These dresses have lived a life before, and now they get to be part of a new story. I hope they inspire people to dress up fully for the moments that matter, because life is a party and you are the toast of the town.”
If you’re a romantic who loves vintage details and a splash of avant-garde flair, this collection might have the gown for you. Explore more of Zander’s work here, and if you are interested in renting a gown, submit your inquiry to hannahruthzander@outlook.com with the event date and look of choice.
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Designer: Hannah Ruth Zander, hannahruthzander.com, @hannahruthzander, @hannahruthdesign
Assistant Designer: Lauren Nielsen, @istillgetdressed
Photography: Carly Duke, carlydukephoto.com, @carlydukephoto; Sarah Robinson, sarahrobinsonphoto.com, @sarahrobinsonphoto; Olivia Jones, oliviajonesphoto.com, @olivia_jones_photography
Venue: Commercial Club, commercialclubslc.com, @comercialclubslc_
Drapery: Mountain Event Rental, mountaineventrental.com, @mountaineventrental
Florals: Lauren Aurelia Events, @laurenaureliaevents
Wedding Cakes: Runa Alfajores LLC, @runa.alfajores; Ivory Kitchen, @ivorykitchenutah
Hair: Abi Evans, @abigail.h.evans
Makeup: Kate Giddings, Blood + Blush, @bloodblush_studios, @kategiddings
Nails: Alia Mathias, @wicked.west.nails
Models: Hannah T. Tanne, @hannah_tanne; India Malouf, @malouf_india; Eseza, @esezao; Eimy Brito, @eimybrito_; Emma Lamb, @emmaelamby: Alana Zander, @alana_zander; Claire Driggs, @clairee_d141; Gracie, @gracie_lou27; Siyeon, @siyeonakim; Kolleen Russo deCocq, @kolleenrusso; Khloe Noble, @khloejanee; Ellery Druyon, @ellery.druyon; Nae, @jenae.judkins; Brelynn, @brelynnaja; Aniuska @aniuskasemprun; Becca Webb, @becca_webb
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