Modern luxe | Explore the world of Trump Turnberry in this stunning styled photoshoot
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A team of wedding suppliers pushed the boundaries on this fabulous shoot to showcase maximalist weddings in all their glamorous glory.
Festoons of roses worthy of any fairytale wedding, glittering gems and chandeliers, and super-high end bridal fashions were carefully curated for this styled photoshoot.
And considering the shoot in question was the new campaign designed to showcase the ultimate in wedding luxury at The Trump Turnberry Resort we wouldn’t expect anything less.
The campaign coincides with the five-star resort on the Ayrshire coast reporting a spike in large-scale luxury wedding bookings from across the UK and beyond so what better way to exhibit the maximalism theme than calling on some of the UK’s most esteemed wedding suppliers?
Turnberry’s assistant director of group sales & events Shalane Breen explains the inspiration for the campaign, fronted by international model Rebecca Donaldson and shot by talented photographer Eva Sanders who encapsulated the luxurious world of the Turnberry bride, alongside videographers Cherry Tree Films who shot the gorgeous film footage.
“The new campaign is a celebration of our long-standing trusted suppliers, and over the years we have worked together on some of the UK’s most wow-factor weddings,” she says.
“Rebecca was the perfect choice for the face of the Turnberry bride with her Scottish roots and elegant timeless beauty, plus she has international appeal having featured this year on the cover of Marie Claire, Vogue and Elle.”
Among the suppliers Turnberry turned to was the multi-award-winning Opus Couture who brought on-trend feathers and overskirts, sparkling semi-sheer gowns, statement bows and chic appliqué for Rebecca’s various looks.
“When we were curating ideas for the dresses for the shoot we knew we wanted the gowns to feel chic and luxurious but we also wanted to push the boundaries around what people conceive as typical bridal fashion,” explains Susan Lightbody from Opus.
“At Opus we pride ourselves in offering our brides the very best in the business with many of our designers exclusively stocked with us here in Scotland.
For Rebecca we chose dresses by Provonias, Berta and Wona, which we felt worked beautifully with the elegant backdrop of Turnberry and her beautiful timeless look.”
Celebrity hairdresser Pamela Docherty and wedding make-up artist of the year Louise Ballantine went for styling evoking the 90s ‘Supers’ with Rebecca, creating a look reminiscent of Helena Christensen or Christy Turlington.
We’re in love with that wet look up-do!
The styling was completed with luxurious diamonds, pearls and gems, courtesy of jewellers Laings.
Event and floral designer to the rich and famous Jordana Events created a set-up worthy of the venue’s opulent surroundings, taking to Turnberry’s vast ballroom, the crown jewel of the hotel, with these jawdropping installations.
Crystal candlesticks with muted pink candles were set amongst the roses and foliage that flowed right across the table and down to the floor while a further installation part-framed the ballroom doors.
Highlighting a slightly more contemporary design, Jordana combined roses and blush tinted gypsophila for a softer look that complemented the elegant ballroom, bathed in natural light.
Shalene adds, “We absolutely adored this shoot.
It really encapsulates the best of the best across the wedding industry and, of course, provides an insight into the luxurious world of the Turnberry bride.
We think the final images are truly special.
DREAM TEAM
Dresses | Opus Couture
Flowers and decor | Jordana Events
Hair | Pamela Docherty
Jewellery | Laings
Make-up | Louise Ballantine Luxury Bridal Makeup
Model | Rebecca Donaldson
Photography | Eva Sanders
Venue | Trump Turnberry Resort
Videography | Cherry Tree Films
