One Year Later...
A perfect proposal leads to an enchanted wedding Photos by Tracey Buyce Photography Written by Chad Beatty
It seems like just yesterday we published the story of a fairytale proposal that took place six miles east of Lake Placid. Filled with joy, excitement, surprise and, most importantly romance, September 6, 2009 marked the official beginning of Allison Kozel and Collin Badgers lifelong journey together. On top of Cascade Mountain, with crystal blue skies as the backdrop, Collin executed his well laid out plan and asked the love of his life for her hand in marriage. On September 25, 2010, all of Allison’s dreams became a reality on one spectacular day. The morning began at Allison’s Aunt and Uncle’s home in Bolton Landing. “We were able to use their amazing property which features the artist studio of Madam Homer from the early 20th century as well as my uncle’s pride and joy: a 1931 Chris-Craft wooden boat…making for some fabulous photos.” As ‘Make Me Fabulous’ and ‘James Joseph’ helped the bridesmaids prepare for the day, Allison was transformed into a beautiful bride-to-be. Her gown was designed by Cymbeline Paris, and featured a full length veil made of silk tulle and French lace cut in a unique rectangular shape. With lace along all edges, it was a perfect look for her long soft curls at the ceremony. The gown also held special significance to Allison as it was a gift from her close friend, Denise Eliopulos, owner of Something Bleu Bridal. “Cymbeline is very close to my heart, and Allison has been an outstanding employee of the salon for seven years, so I thought this would be a fitting wedding gift” said Denise. To add to the excitement Denise arranged a personal trip for Allison and her mother to meet the Cymbeline sisters. With a smile on her face, Allison said “I was lucky enough to meet with the designer to select my amazing gown, veil and fascinator.” She kept the focus on the gown and veil by wearing only earrings, hand made by designer Sophia and Chloe in California. Her shoes designed by Badgley Mischka added a perfect hint of peach to match the underlay on the bodice of her gown.
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The ceremony took place at Diamond Point Church, an 1879 stone beauty nestled between the high peaks of the Adirondacks and the serenity of