Bride Of The Week: Brittney Levine
Written By Kaileah Christine
November 11, 2019
Our #GLBride of the week is the stunning Brittney Levine, who tied-the-knot with her fiancé Ryan in our Summer Bella gown. The couple held their wedding at the lush and beautiful Middleton Place in Charleston, South Carolina. In the following interview, Brittney shares with us the wedding moments she’ll never forget and how our Summer Bella became the dress of her dreams.
"The dress I picked out was actually the first wedding dress I tried on and it was an absolute dream!"
How did you meet your husband? Tell us a little bit about your relationship.
We connected through one of my best friends, who had told me for over two years that I needed to meet him, while I was dating someone else. Moral of the story – always listen to your friends. We eventually met at one of her famous Christmas parties. It was a pretty electric encounter – I spotted him across the room and after he came over and introduced himself — that was it.
Our initial encounter was during that awkward time between the holidays when you’re spending time with family; we both had small vacations planned and couldn’t go on a date right away. We thus started emailing each other during our respective vacays and even though it had only been a few days (a big joke between my family now!), between his writing and his candor, I knew something was different.
Ryan is an incredibly supportive partner – always pushing me to be the best version of myself and take every opportunity head-on.
How did you find your perfect dress?
I have always admired Galia Lahav and the most beautiful collections of dresses that I’ve seen each season. The dress I picked out was actually the first wedding dress I tried on and it was an absolute dream at Bridal Reflections in New York! My mom and godmother had also picked out the same dress, so I guess you could call it fate. The team there was so helpful and accommodating and the fitting process was pristine. I definitely tried on others, but nothing compared to how I felt in the Summer Bella dress.
"I definitely tried on others, but nothing compared to how I felt in the Summer Bella dress."
How was your experience with the Galia Lahav brand?
Nothing short of amazing! The staff at Bridal Reflections in New York was so wonderful to work with and kept me in the loop of every detail. After trying on the actual dress, the exquisite custom work was beyond evident! The tailoring was the most important part, where again the team at Bridal Reflections made everything fit like a glove!
What moment from your wedding will you never forget?
I can’t pinpoint just one! At one point during our ceremony, Ryan and I came down from under the Middleton Oak to the middle of all of our friends and family. Our officiant and Ryan’s mentor, Steve, asked everyone to put a hand on the person next to them and become all connected as one. The feelings, emotions, and vibes uniting everyone in attendance was beyond palpable and moving. An indescribable shared moment, for sure.
Ryan’s written vows. And, our wild dance floor – if you have the ability to book The Charleston Wedding Band – do it, now!
"After trying on the actual dress, the exquisite custom work was beyond evident!"
Bride Of The Week: Brittney Levine
Written By Kaileah Christine
November 11, 2019
Our #GLBride of the week is the stunning Brittney Levine, who tied-the-knot with her fiancé Ryan in our Summer Bella gown. The couple held their wedding at the lush and beautiful Middleton Place in Charleston, South Carolina. In the following interview, Brittney shares with us the wedding moments she’ll never forget and how our Summer Bella became the dress of her dreams.
"The dress I picked out was actually the first wedding dress I tried on and it was an absolute dream!"
How did you meet your husband? Tell us a little bit about your relationship.
We connected through one of my best friends, who had told me for over two years that I needed to meet him, while I was dating someone else. Moral of the story – always listen to your friends. We eventually met at one of her famous Christmas parties. It was a pretty electric encounter – I spotted him across the room and after he came over and introduced himself — that was it.
Our initial encounter was during that awkward time between the holidays when you’re spending time with family; we both had small vacations planned and couldn’t go on a date right away. We thus started emailing each other during our respective vacays and even though it had only been a few days (a big joke between my family now!), between his writing and his candor, I knew something was different.
Ryan is an incredibly supportive partner – always pushing me to be the best version of myself and take every opportunity head-on.
How did you find your perfect dress?
I have always admired Galia Lahav and the most beautiful collections of dresses that I’ve seen each season. The dress I picked out was actually the first wedding dress I tried on and it was an absolute dream at Bridal Reflections in New York! My mom and godmother had also picked out the same dress, so I guess you could call it fate. The team there was so helpful and accommodating and the fitting process was pristine. I definitely tried on others, but nothing compared to how I felt in the Summer Bella dress.
"I definitely tried on others, but nothing compared to how I felt in the Summer Bella dress."
How was your experience with the Galia Lahav brand?
Nothing short of amazing! The staff at Bridal Reflections in New York was so wonderful to work with and kept me in the loop of every detail. After trying on the actual dress, the exquisite custom work was beyond evident! The tailoring was the most important part, where again the team at Bridal Reflections made everything fit like a glove!
What moment from your wedding will you never forget?
I can’t pinpoint just one! At one point during our ceremony, Ryan and I came down from under the Middleton Oak to the middle of all of our friends and family. Our officiant and Ryan’s mentor, Steve, asked everyone to put a hand on the person next to them and become all connected as one. The feelings, emotions, and vibes uniting everyone in attendance was beyond palpable and moving. An indescribable shared moment, for sure.
Ryan’s written vows. And, our wild dance floor – if you have the ability to book The Charleston Wedding Band – do it, now!
"After trying on the actual dress, the exquisite custom work was beyond evident!"