Earlier this spring i was invited to be the official photographer for london fashion bridal week


This was a bucket list job for me ~ anyone who knows me knows how much I adore shooting bridal fashion. Wearing the right outfit is such an integral part of feeling like your best self on your day. What's more, each outfit has its own aura and vibe and you'll find your energy shift as you change from one to the next. For me as a photographer this is so good to lean in to. I love choosing different backdrops and using different prompts to encourage different energy from whoever I'm photographing.

highlights

A woman poses in a strapless white bridal gown with ruffled layers against a white slatted backdrop.
Woman in white faux fur vest holds a magazine at a fashion event, with guests visible in the background.
Large makeup palette with neutral eyeshadows, brushes, and beauty tools arranged on a wooden floor.
A makeup artist applies finishing touches to a dark-haired model in a black leather jacket backstage at a fashion event.
Black and white photo of elegant white wedding dresses hanging on a rack in a bridal boutique.
Bride in elegant white ball gown and layered veil poses in front of red brick wall surrounded by wedding dresses.
Two models walk in white ball gowns with gloves at a bridal fashion show in an industrial venue.
Guests gather at a bridal press event in a white brick venue, browsing magazines and mingling under industrial lighting.

the day started at the truman brewery where stockists from all over the uk explored the best of the industry's newest COLLECTIONS


The goal here was to get a mix of images: the vibe and the stalls. From a future business perspective, bridal week wanted to appeal to stockists showing how good stalls could look, but also to prospective guests to show how welcoming and productive the space feels. I documented each stall, focusing on bridal week's biggest clients.

Elegant halter neck bridal gown with pearl embellishments and pleated bodice displayed at a bridal fashion showcase.
Two people browsing white wedding dresses on racks in a bridal boutique store.
Two baristas in black aprons prepare drinks at a pop-up coffee stand for a customer in a bright indoor venue.
Two models wearing elegant white wedding gowns pose in a bridal boutique surrounded by dresses on racks.
Black and white photo of a woman in a white halter peplum wedding gown posing in a bridal boutique.
Three women wearing elegant strapless white lace and satin wedding gowns displayed in a bridal boutique.
Bride in strapless white wedding gown with pearl neckline detail and corset bodice, wearing silver rings on her hands.
White wedding gowns displayed on hangers in a bridal boutique showroom, featuring elegant satin and lace designs.
Model wearing a strapless white satin bridal gown with dramatic ruched skirt and thigh-high slit on runway.
Group of people browsing wedding dresses in a bridal boutique showroom with white gowns on display.
Wedding makeup artist applying makeup to a blonde bride in a bridal suite at a professional makeup station.

As well as general content of each stall, I got to photograph backstage at various runways which I loved. Here are some of my favourite frames:

Five models in white bridal gowns stand in a circle in a bridal showroom with racks of wedding dresses.
Seven women dressed in black pose together in a bridal boutique backstage area with white gowns on racks.
Three women in black and white photo reviewing bridal magazines in a wedding dress boutique showroom.
Two men in formal attire stand near an elegant candlelit table at a Jack and Maggie event.
Black and white photo of three models wearing elegant white wedding gowns in a bridal boutique showroom.
Fashion designer adjusting white bridal gowns on models backstage at a wedding dress fitting session.
Black and white photo of models wearing elegant white wedding gowns in a bright bridal showroom.
Black and white photo of a bride in a ballgown at a bridal expo, surrounded by floral arrangements and wedding dress displays.
Black and white photo of a woman in a white blouse holding a book, speaking at a professional event.
Model wearing a strapless white ball gown wedding dress, posed between large white floral arrangements on black pedestals.
Woman writing on a printed document at a dark table with a champagne mimosa glass and smartphone nearby.
Dark dried flowers in beige ceramic vase beside silver cake stand with grapes and lit candle on dark wood shelf.
Black and white photo of a bride in a strapless white gown wearing a birdcage veil and pearl earrings.
Black and white photo of a bride standing among elegant floral arrangements with white bouquets at a wedding ceremony.
Woman in elegant off-shoulder white bridal gown with clasped hands, captured in black and white photography.

From a range perspective, I was there all day so had ample time to get more creative shots after I'd taken base images of each stall. This was my favourite part of the day. I got to chat to the designers behind the pieces and learn all about their approach ~ which I found so fascinating. It's so helpful for me to make these connections, expanding my network for when I am organising the Faye Wilde Workshops.

A model poses in an elegant strapless white bridal gown with a flowing train against a white backdrop.
White lace strapless short wedding dress hanging on a rack beside a full-length satin bridal gown.
Bride in elegant white gown with train walks Brick Lane street near Truman Brewery, black and white photo.
Two women browsing elegant white wedding dresses on a rack in a bridal boutique showroom.
Black and white photo of elegant white wedding gowns hanging on a rack, featuring lace and pearl details.
Bride in a strapless white satin ball gown sitting on the floor of a bridal boutique, leaning forward gracefully.
Two models pose in elegant white bridal gowns at The WN bridal fashion showcase, surrounded by floral decor.
Young woman with long dark hair twirling in a flowing white dress against a white background.
Bride wearing an elegant white lace wedding dress with matching lace veil, surrounded by bridal gowns on a rack.
A woman poses in a strapless white bridal gown with ruffled layers against a white slatted background.
Model poses in a white strapless gown with chain detail, surrounded by floral wedding dresses on racks backstage.
Woman in white blazer with floral detail poses in bridal boutique surrounded by wedding gowns on mannequins.
Woman in white satin bridal outfit standing in a bridal boutique fitting room surrounded by wedding dresses.

On finishing at the day event I headed over for the run through of the runway show ~ before documenting that. This was so fast-paced and I don't think I breathed too much at all during the show. So keen to not miss any of each look. As well as documenting the runway I also got sneak peeks of the changing rooms just before models headed down the runway. This was a team effort ~ I had been solo in the day time but in the evening - like so often - I had a team, helping me to be in multiple places at once. Dive into some of my favourite frames:

Guests mingle at an indoor event in a brick-vaulted venue with track lighting and artwork displays.
Makeup artist applying cosmetics to a model backstage, with a palette of products displayed nearby.
Guests mingle at a bridal press event in a white brick venue, holding papers and drinks under industrial lighting.
Large makeup palette with eyeshadows, brushes, and cosmetics arranged on a wooden floor.
Group of women socializing at an indoor event venue with exposed brick walls, holding champagne glasses.
Six women pose in elegant white bridal gowns inside a brick-arched venue with warm lighting and wedding dresses displayed nearby.
Backstage wedding fashion show with models in white bridal gowns and veils being assisted by dressers.
Two smiling women with handbags pose at an indoor event venue with stage lighting in the background.
Four women socializing at a Bridal Week Running Order event in front of a brick wall backdrop.
Two women embrace at a dimly lit indoor party with string lights, drinks on a table in the foreground.
Models wearing elegant white bridal gowns and veils backstage at a fashion show in a brick-vaulted venue.
Black and white photo of models wearing elegant strapless bridal gowns, center bride adorned with floral hair accessory.
Two women socializing at an indoor event, one in a light blue dress with a pink handbag, against a brick wall.
Two women in dark outfits socializing at a bar venue, holding drinks and conversing under brick arched ceiling.
White ruffled wedding dress with floral details laying on a dark floor, photographed with vintage film aesthetic.

I loved working fashion week so much. Manifesting future projects in New York and Barcelona.


Thank you for being here,

faye x