Hi, my name is Jessica and growing up I was a total tomboy. This decision was not made consciously, but when most girls were dreaming of Prince Charming, and planning their weddings at recess, I was off reading comic books, playing sports and idolizing my brother. I regarded myself as more of a Mulan than a modern day Sleeping Beauty. In fact, I wasn't even sure I wanted to get married. Fast forward to present day and there I was...Laptop on the kitchen counter. At 2AM with wine in hand. Pinning gowns to Pinterest. How did this happen?!
Every once in a while something comes along that is so beautiful, and so incredibly inspiring that you know that it needs to be a part of your life. That is how I came to find and fall in love with SJ Couture. I first saw the line several years ago at a local runway show in Phoenix. It was love at first sight. I looked up her gowns and BOOM…my ‘I Do’ inspiration board was created.
Described by Skinny Scoop as ‘an upscale bridal brand with original, high quality wedding gowns for today's woman.’ Each word rings incredibly true. Each dress is made of the finest silks and satins available and the attention to detail is unique to each dress. SJ Couture even offers several Eco-Friendly couture gowns for the vegan bride…yes I’m serious! These are the kind of gowns that set trends, not follow them.
With no wedding date in sight, I reached out to designer Jeanne Hankerson anyway just to chat about how much I admired her collection. We met at Lux coffee and instantly bonded over our passion for transcending a world where trends rule, and abiding by a more personal approach to style. As the Fashion BloggerChic & Disheveled my whole mission statement is based on signature style and being your own person.
While I have been single for four years now and just turned the big 3-0, I have come to love the idea of finding The One and planning my ‘big day.’ Each month I will share fun tidbits with you that I pick up in the bridal world that can apply to every girl not just the brides to be! Welcome to the Singles Table.
Jessica Hunter is the blogger known as Chic & Disheveled and is an AZ Foothills Contributing Writer for AZ Foothills Magazine. Find her on Instagram and Twitter @chicdisheveled.
