Phoebe Philo! Ralph Lauren! Colleen Allen! The Bride Wore 7 Impeccably Elegant Looks for Her Saint Bart's Wedding
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Sometimes, all a great love story needs is the right timing and the right people in your corner. For Alexis and Andrew, what started as a brief encounter grew into a tale shaped by patience, courage, and a little help from friends along the way.
It all unfolded in the summer of 2020, when Alexis was driving back to the city from the Hamptons with her best friend and Andrew's best friend. Along the way, they stopped at Andrew's house to pick up his brother. "The moment she walked in, I was completely taken," Andrew recalls. "She had this natural beauty." The following spring, Alexis texted to wish him a happy birthday. Andrew invited her out to celebrate, but the invitation went unanswered. "I thought that was a swing and a miss," he laughs.
A few months later, Alexis and Andrew ended up at the same apartment party, but as they later learned, it wasn't a coincidence. "Our friends had secretly played matchmaker," Andrew says. The two immediately began talking, and the connection was undeniable. "Sparks flew, but I made the first move," Alexis shares. "He didn't have the courage to ask me [out]. … I just did it." As they say, the rest was history.
Just like their relationship, the couple's engagement was deeply personal. In November 2024, Andrew proposed in the Philippines, where Alexis's family is from. "I have always felt a great pride in my Filipino upbringing, and it has long been a dream of mine to have my home woven into these special moments," she shares. Nine days into their planned trip, the two took a sunrise walk along the beach at Amanpulo. As they reached the final stretch of sand, Andrew got down on one knee. "It should have been a hint to Lex," Andrew says. "I am not a morning person, and I am not really a beach guy." However, he knew it was what she wanted. (She was very involved in the proposal, constantly hinting that she wanted to get engaged at home and on the beach.) "[It's] what she deserved," he says.
Their celebrations in the Philippines didn't end there. Alexis had always dreamt of getting married in the country. "It was something I held onto fiercely," she explains. "When we planned the wedding, we knew we wanted to do something in the Philippines, a distinct and personal tie to where we got engaged and to Lex's home and culture," Andrew says. "But we also knew it would be hard for everyone to travel, so we kept it small." For their private vow celebration, Alexis's and Andrew's immediate family joined them. "It was so beautiful to bring my family to the Philippines for the first time [to] let them experience Alexis's culture and have all that quality time together," Andrew says.
A second celebration followed—one with a larger guest list that felt less like a traditional wedding and more like a vacation. "That is where Saint Bart's came in: good food, great music, and that perfect vibe," Andrew says.
For their May 2, 2026, nuptials, the couple reserved and privatized the oceanfront Hotel Christopher for 100 of their closest friends. "We wanted everyone to feel like they were stepping into our own little world," Alexis says. "But we also wanted our guests to truly experience Saint Bart's—its beauty, French flair, vibrant energy, and festive spirit. The vision was simple but intentional: one big vacation with all of our favorite people." So the couple opted for a multiday format starting on Thursday with a "Welcome to the island" party.
Alongside golden sunsets, salty ocean air, and friends coming together to celebrate love, Alexis's bridal wardrobe became a defining part of the weekend's visual story. She curated a collection of five archival looks (think 2009 Ralph Lauren and Phoebe Philo–era Chloé), a custom two-piece skirt set from Lein, and a brand-new Colleen Allen chiffon dress, which sealed the weekend in style. Keep reading to discover the seven impeccably elegant bridal looks and tasteful details that went into making the Saint Bart's wedding come to life.
Alexis: "[Friday] evening, we hosted our welcome party and dinner at Nao Beach Club on the iconic Saint-Jean Beach. This was easily one of the most unforgettable nights of the weekend. We wanted to take our guests to different areas of the island each night so they could get the full island experience. The dress code was 'Saint Bart's elegante,' and we asked guests to fully lean in. Think South of France, beach-ready glamour by night. They understood the assignment."
WWW Weddings Tip: "A wedding weekend doesn't need a packed calendar of events. For us, having just two days of official events plus an unofficial pool day felt perfect. It created space for everyone to design their own experience, explore the island, and truly enjoy being there without feeling rushed."
Alexis: "When deciding what to wear, a lot of my references were from early '00s collections of Ralph Lauren, Phoebe Philo's Chloé, Ungaro, and Halston. For Friday night, I wore a Phoebe Philo–era Chloé S/S 05 yellow silk dress. It was beachy; featured a gorgeous, movement-rich fabrication; and was utterly perfect when worn barefoot on the beach. I paired it with yellow-gold bezel hoops from Rodi Jewelry and Khaite sandals. I sourced the dress from Raffe Vintage. It was a piece I found before we even had set venues. I had been following Nikki [Reynen] (founder of Raffe Vintage) on Instagram for quite some time, and when this beautiful sheer yellow chiffon dress appeared, I DM'd her immediately and bought it on the spot. She told me I beat out the next person who sent a DM by about 10 seconds. The fashion gods helped me that day."
Alexis: "We kicked off the night with cocktails and a challah prayer. The Chabad of S. Barth provided the challah."
Alexis: "Andrew wore a custom lace barong tagalog from Ched Studio. The barong tagalog is the traditional formal men's garment of the Philippines, worn for celebrations. The shirt was paired with Hermès shoes and NN.07 trousers."
Alexis: "Knowing that Saturday would be more organic and refined, for Friday, we leaned into a tropical, festive energy. We incorporated large tropical leaves, deep-hued orchids, and terra-cotta accents throughout, with pops of color that felt vibrant and celebratory. It was lush, fun, and completely fitting for a beachside welcome party on a Caribbean island."
Alexis: "Speeches were made by our matchmakers and one of my closest friends, Natalie. We had the most delicious sunset. It was incredible."
Alexis: "Our seated dinner was followed by what can only be described as an epic dance party. We were all dancing on the tables, and the star of the show was Andrew's great-aunt Vicki, who, at the young age of 88, had the time of her life!"
Alexis: "The morning of [the wedding day] was intentionally slow and very relaxed. Andrew and I snuck out early for coffee and took a drive around the island just the two of us, taking it all in before the celebration. I then spent the morning with my mother, who was my maid of honor, and got ready with the women of Andrew's family as well, which was really lovely. I didn't gravitate toward having a traditional bridal party, but having those few people close to me was incredibly grounding."
Alexis: "We collaborated with lettering-design specialist [Maddieola Made] to create hand-drawn custom fonts and motifs for our invitation suite. We wanted the invitation suite to serve as the first glimpse of the weekend ahead and for the design elements to weave seamlessly throughout the entire wedding weekend. We drew inspiration from vintage menus and historic logos from iconic French establishments, which helped shape the overall aesthetic. Our color palette centered on light browns, reds, and soft blues paired with stripes and whimsical lettering inspired by the charm of the South of France. Think mermaids carrying martinis, dancing waiters, and so forth. One of our favorite details was a custom motif Maddie designed: a sun formed by two intertwined As, creating a personal emblem that became a signature element of the celebration."
WWW Weddings Tip: "Build your creative army! When choosing vendors, I always looked for alignment not just in aesthetics but in taste and perspective—people I could actually lean on for opinions and whom I could creatively trust."
Alexis: "I always viewed my [wedding] wardrobe as an entire story, more than focusing just on the ceremony look. Saturday morning, I moved through a few looks, each one meaningful. I started in an archival Alberta Ferretti dress found locally at Current Affair from Female Hysteria Vintage. It was this buttery silver silk with gorgeous, deep drapes on the sides. I then changed into a '70s-original Halston slip dress and chiffon cape I found at Demetra Vintage just two weeks before the wedding. The ethereal peach draping felt entirely fated. I really wanted something of this silhouette as of recent, and at a certain point, one more felt justified."
WWW Weddings Tip: "Wearing white all weekend was not a requirement in my head. The idea that a bride must wear white all weekend feels outdated. A modern bride can [and should] dress in whatever reflects her mood and identity at the moment. The bridal aura isn't created by color; it's an energy. Remember that whoever is getting married will be the focal point, no matter what they wear."
Alexis: "For my beauty look, I wanted to look like myself—natural and clean. We used my favorite foundation, which is the Victoria Beckham Foundation Drops. I wanted a really luminous base, and we ended up using a lot of my own makeup, which made me feel totally at ease. We went minimal for the ceremony, but for cocktail hour, we added a smoky eye and color to my face. I felt really beautiful. [For my hair], we planned to keep it down for the ceremony, but the island can be quite windy, and I was feeling a bit iffy about having it down, so I made the snap decision to wear it up. I trusted my team, and we ended up in a loose French twist for the ceremony. Sometimes, things don't go as planned, and that's totally fine. I was just so excited to walk down the aisle and loved how it turned out."
Alexis: "Given [that Andrew and I] did our vows at home in the Philippines, I wanted to wear something entirely new for our Saint Bart's moment. I actually struggled to figure out what I wanted to wear and what best represented my style. Throughout the entire process, though, I kept dreaming, manifesting, and returning to the same kind of bride—polished, bold, deeply rooted in timelessness and a touch of glam. That became a blueprint, even as we explored a wide range of looks across the weekend."
Alexis: "Andrew wore a beautiful bespoke suit from P. Johnson. We loved working with the entire team on dreaming up his look. Every detail was tended to, each visit was so energizing, and having the chance to style my husband and his brother was such a fun activity for us to do together. The suit was made from Loro Piana fabric, and we lined it with light-blue silk—my 'something blue' for the weekend. Then we layered a silk-blend shirt underneath. We kindly asked for no ties to keep it casual."
Alexis: "After getting ready, Andrew and I chose not to do an official first look, and truthfully, being able to see him throughout the day was something I really loved. There was a running joke that we were already married anyway, which made the whole day feel even more relaxed, like we were allowed to rewrite the usual rules. Once I was ready, I ran over to see him."
Alexis: "Since I have decision fatigue, I am really happy to have had my stylist, Sarah Kim Harned, as my guardrail and my voice of reason. She really helped me tighten my vision. During one of my many visits to Lein in early 2026, there was a lace minidress (The Lana) that we thought would be really chic if it were made into a long tunic top and a skirt, so we used that as our inspiration. I was certain about [wearing] a non-white look, so we lined the lace with a warm-toned organza that read more like blush than white. The softness and sheerness were so beautiful, and the Lein team crafted a bespoke skirt to go with the top. I also never thought I would wear a train yet somehow ended up in one. It just felt right."
Meredith Stoecklein, founder and designer of Lein: "The lace was developed exclusively for Lein. We wanted the textile to feel incredibly delicate and romantic while still carrying a sense of modernity and ease. From the beginning, we were drawn to the idea of a separate tunic and skirt rather than a traditional gown. We loved the sense of effortlessness and individuality that comes from layering pieces while still creating a silhouette that feels undeniably bridal. The look was designed to feel light, ethereal, and deeply personal, something that moved beautifully and felt almost weightless when worn. We leaned into the layering and sheerness of the lace, which felt especially at home in the beachside setting. The softness, delicacy, and subtle warmth of the color brought an added dimension to the textile, creating a romantic quality that felt both timeless and unexpected."
Alexis: "Our first photos were taken overlooking the ocean steps just below our suite. They've become some of my favorite images from the entire weekend. I remember feeling completely calm and so happy to finally be with him at that moment."
WWW Weddings Tip: "When having a wedding abroad, your guests need clear, thoughtful, and detailed information, including timing, locations, recommendations, etc. The more prepared they feel, the more effortless the whole weekend becomes."
Alexis: "I actually planned to wear a different two-piece set until about four months prior to the wedding. The Lein team was so patient as I rethought the entire look. The skinny straps and the neckline were so me, and I felt so myself in it. I chose not to procure a veil for this portion and felt really confident with that decision."
WWW Weddings Tip: "Stay true to your styling instincts and what feels the most 'you,' but don't shut anything out before you've tried it on. I once said I'd never wear lace, then suddenly, I was in lace. Let yourself be surprised by what actually works on you. When it comes to opinions, keep your circle small and intentional. Trust the voices that genuinely align with your style direction."
Alexis: "We had a Jewish ceremony and built a chuppah overlooking the ocean. Jake (Andrew's brother and our wedding officiant), like in the Philippines, led this deeply meaningful portion—a lot of laughs and a joke or two about having two weddings."
Alexis: "[The night before], we gathered with our family and friends for a quiet, casual ketubah signing overlooking the ocean. It was a meaningful yet understated nod to Andrew's Jewish heritage before the wedding weekend officially began. Jake led the most beautiful ceremony. Abby and David, our matchmakers, signed as our witnesses, which felt like a true full-circle moment because, just a year earlier, Andrew and I had signed their ketubah at their wedding in Aspen. For this pre-wedding ritual, I wore Look 16 from Ralph Lauren's S/S 09 collection. It was a gold bias-cut hammered-satin gown sourced by Sarah from the depths of the internet. I wanted to serve classic and honor the tradition of the ketubah."
Alexis: "The chuppah was the centerpiece of the ceremony. We built a wooden structure draped with an oversize piece of sheer silk gauze with grass spilling out from the sides, evoking a cabana-like feeling that was tropical and breezy but romantic."
Alexis: "My mom is my best friend, so it was natural for her to be my maid of honor. She walked me down the aisle for our ceremony in the Philippines and our Saint Bart's celebration, where we walked in hand in hand to 'Ocean Eyes' by Billie Eilish—one of my favorite artists. I loved that moment and will treasure it forever. I wanted her to wear a shade of beige to coordinate with me, so we settled on a gorgeous halter-style dress with a wrap detail by Silvia Tcherassi."
Alexis: "Andrew walked down the aisle with his parents."
Alexis: "There are a few beautiful angels looking over us, and we felt them there in that moment and in everything we did over the weekend."
Alexis: "Cocktail hour took place on the iconic deck at Hotel Christopher. We really wanted to make sure we joined our guests for this portion. It was time to spend admiring the sunset and just taking it all in. One of the most joyous moments of the whole weekend. The vibes were immaculate."
Alexis: "That same organic, grassy energy from the chuppah carried through cocktail hour and dinner. Arrangements featured grass, subtle dark-purple callas, and just the lightest touch of florals to tie it all together."
Alexis: "Last summer, Andrew and I took a trip to London, and I dragged him to Lovers Lane in Notting Hill. He patiently entertained my dress-up session while I tried on everything in sight, and that's when I stumbled upon a Ralph Lauren skirt from what I consider a holy-grail collection—spring/summer 2005. The girls in the shop were incredibly supportive and so much fun. I've never really minded shopping by myself, but there was something special about finding this piece together on that trip. It was actually the same skirt I wore in the Philippines, which felt like a special way to tie everything together. To complete the look, I worked with master tailor Tati Kova to source deadstock fabric that was nearly an exact match to the archival skirt and create a custom top. I finished everything with a vintage bag I found on eBay."
WWW Weddings Tip: "Poshmark and eBay girls, unite! The hunt is honestly just as thrilling as the find. I'd scour for hours for the finishing touches to my look. You can uncover incredible vintage pieces if you're patient."
Alexis: "Cocktail hour was followed by an alfresco dinner overlooking the water. We served steak au poivre and family-style French specialties."
Alexis: "We gave our guests an 'island formal' dress code accompanied by mood boards that were very much my vibe. Everyone delivered with vibrant, chic, and effortlessly elevated tropical-inspired looks. It made the whole weekend feel even more cohesive, relaxed, and beautifully styled."
Alexis: "During dinner, we were treated to speeches from my mother [and] Andrew's mother and father, all of which were both moving and wonderfully entertaining."
Alexis: "As a finale to the reception, we took the entire group to Le Ti, the iconic, legendary club in Saint Bart's that is equal parts chaotic and irresistibly chic. Dripping in red velvet and neon signs, Le Ti's signature offering is their costume room, where guests are invited to transform into entirely new characters. Our friends absolutely leaned in within minutes. People were emerging in wigs, pirate hats, and full costume looks. Andrew went full pirate. Our photographer, Nicole [Plett], was having the time of her life. It was the most fitting, joyful, completely us ending to a weekend we will never forget."
Alexis: "I changed into a look from Colleen Allen's F/W 25 collection. It was a dreamy, gorgeous sheer chiffon V-neck dress. Colleen is someone I have watched and admired since her namesake debut, and wearing her was one of my favorite looks. I decided not to line it, so it was a nice transition into [Le Ti]."
Alexis: "Our guests know how to have some fun, so everyone was dancing all night. It was pure magic."
Photographer: Nicole Plett
Stylist: Sarah Kim Harned
Hairstylist: Brianne Smith
Makeup Artist: Vanessa
Planner: L. Scott Events
Floral Designer: B Floral
Rehearsal Dinner Caterer: Bonito
Wedding Venue: Hotel Christopher
Welcome Party & Dinner Venue: Nao
After-Party Venue: Le Ti
Musicians: Philippe Paris, AL Sax, and Ombeline Collin
AV: @tuned.productions
Stationery Designer: Maddieola Made
Printer: Lickety Split Press
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