Missouri History Museum Styled Shoot

About the Shoot

In the heart of St. Louis, where timeless architecture meets untold stories, a team of wedding professionals came together to craft a styled shoot that redefines tradition.

Old-World Elegance Meets Modern Flair

The design leaned into bold, contemporary romance while paying homage to tradition. The bride wore a classic white ball gown wedding dress, styled effortlessly beside the groom’s black tuxedo with a sharp shawl lapel—a pairing that will never go out of style.

As the evening unfolded, the bride slipped into a sleek, slim-fitting gown, perfect for dancing the night away. The couple’s exit—sunglasses on during sunset—was the kind of effortlessly cool moment that speaks volumes.

The Details That Tell a Story

A vibrant bright red bouquet mirrored the lush red floral arrangements by Grown By Love, adding a passionate pop of color against the museum’s neutral tones. With bright, cherry red wedding themes trending and the classic romance the color represents, a bold red wedding accent is the perfect way to add flair to the timeless black tie wedding look.

Bows had their moment throughout the shoot, appearing on the invitations and place settings, creating a subtle thread of whimsy and elegance. This cohesive design element echoed the theme of heirlooms reimagined—delicate and enduring.

And then there were the playful moments: a whimsical wedding funfetti cake, spontaneous Polaroids capturing behind-the-scenes joy, and a signature Dirty Martini cocktail that added a splash of personality to the evening.

Legacy, Redefined

This styled shoot reminds us that weddings don’t have to choose between old and new. For the couple that dares to blend tradition with their own bold love story, living heirlooms is a vision made real. And in a place like the Missouri History Museum, where every wall has a story to tell, this shoot wrote a beautiful new chapter.