Daniella and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Paulo Santos
Welcome back to “5 of Our Favorites,” where we highlight five stunning Jewish weddings each week, all centered around a special theme. This week, we’re focusing on some of the most jaw-droppingly glamorous gowns ever to grace the pages of STG, all by beloved Israeli bridal designer and Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Galia Lahav.
Galia Lahav is a proudly female-founded brand with deep Jewish and Israeli roots, and they’re known for creating some of the most exquisite, fashion-forward wedding gowns out there. And we absolutely adore the fact that each and every one of their gowns is handcrafted in Israel.
In this post, we’re showcasing real Jewish weddings featuring Galia Lahav brides who wore these masterpieces, ads. Get ready to be inspired by these gorgeous gowns and the unforgettable moments they helped create!
Daniella and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Paulo Santos
A Galia Lahav Bride for a Relaxed Jewish Wedding with Party Vibes at the Wallace Collection, London, UK
We love that when Daniella and Adam set out to plan their Jewish wedding, their top priority was for it to feel relaxed, like a big party. And with the help of their amazing wedding planner, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Elegante by Michelle J, the couple were able to make their big day at London’s Wallace Collection feel like exactly that!
Daniella and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Paulo Santos
And did we mention Daniella’s Galia Lahav gown yet? In Daniella’s own words,
Planning on getting married in Israel I went straight to Galia Lahav in Tel Aviv back in Oct 2019 with my bridesmaids a few months after Adam and I got engaged, I had always loved her dresses and didn’t even consider going to look anywhere else first. The dress I chose ended up being one I had actually picked out before my first appointment! I loved the flower detailing on the body, the open back and the flowy sheer skirt.
Daniella and Adam‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Paulo Santos
Sydney and Chaim‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Alex Knight Studio
A Galia Lahav Bride for a Magical Forest-Inspired Wedding at The Estate at Florentine Gardens, River Vale, New Jersey, USA
When Sydney and Chaim began planning their dream wedding, they knew they wanted something magical, elegant, and undeniably “them.” The moment they stepped into The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale, New Jersey, they were completely smitten. The ceremony space—with its high ceilings, grand windows, and stunning European-inspired architecture—was love at first sight.
Their color palette of lush greens and regal purples set the tone for a forest-inspired fairytale, brought to life with an abundance of greenery and whimsical florals. Their stunning chuppah was the epitome of woodland romance, featuring four majestic trees as its base, accented with pops of vibrant purple flowers.
Sydney and Chaim‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Alex Knight Studio
Sydney absolutely wowed in a masterpiece from Israeli designer and Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Galia Lahav—a gown that struck the perfect balance between timeless elegance and modern drama. From its intricate detailing to the striking drop-waist silhouette, it was everything she’d dreamed of and more. In the bride’s own words,
From the drop waist to the intricate pattern, everything about it felt so unique and special. I didn’t want to take it off when I tried it on, which was the moment I knew it was the one. It was just so beautifully crafted and had the perfect balance of elegance and drama—exactly what I was looking for!
Sydney and Chaim‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Alex Knight Studio
The couple knew the importance of capturing every magical moment, so they turned to Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Alex Knight Studio for photography. From the calming presence of the team on a busy day to their incredible attention to detail, every photo—candid and posed alike—turned out breathtaking.
Chloe and Danny‘s Jewish wedding | Photo by David Bastianoni
A Galia Lahav Bride for a Jewish Wedding at Villa di Maiano, Florence, Tuscany, Italy
There’s nothing like a Tuscan Jewish wedding. And we’re totally obsessed with the incredible nuptials of London-based couple Chloe and Danny. The couple’s incredible planner, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Elegante by Michelle J, helped them bring the day of their dreams to life – not the easiest feat when planning from abroad! Michelle set them up with many of their fantastic vendors and suggested their picturesque venue, Villa di Maiano.
Chloe and Danny‘s Jewish wedding | Photo by David Bastianoni
With grounds straight out of a Renaissance painting and epic views of Florence, this is a venue that doesn’t need much help to shine. But even so, Michelle – along with the couple’s florist, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Il Giardino delle Fate – knocked it out of the ballpark with her incredible chuppah setup – and the table décor’s pretty fantastic too.
Chloe and Danny‘s Jewish wedding | Photo by David Bastianoni
And how elegant did Chloe look in her custom-made sheer lace strapless gown by Galia Lahav?! We can’t get enough of the 3D flowers and embellishment.
Samantha and Alex‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Karlie Louise
A Galia Lahav Bride for a Relaxed Jewish Wedding All About the Party at Riverpark, New York, USA
When they set out to plan their Jewish wedding, New Yorkers Samantha and Alex knew they wanted their big day to be all about dancing and celebrating.
Samantha and Alex‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Karlie Louise
A few special touches we can’t get enough of: the gorgeous birch chuppah, the 11 PM espresso martinis and fries, and the fact that Samantha and Alex each smashed a glass at the end of the ceremony! And, of course, Samantha’s stunner of a gown from beloved Israeli designer Galia Lahav!
Samantha and Alex‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Karlie Louise
Tal and Solly‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Rob Clayton
A Galia Lahav Bride for Classic Winter Jewish Wedding at The Kimpton Clocktower, Manchester, UK
Smashing The Glass Brides Club member Tal and Solly live in London, but when it came time to plan their wedding Tal was eager to share her hometown up north with all her family and friends. The couple found the perfect spot for their classic winter wedding in Manchester’s Kimpton Clocktower, and we’re so proud that Brides Club helped then source their dream venue!
Tal and Solly‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Rob Clayton
Part of what Tal and Solly loved about The Kimpton Clocktower was its spacious ballroom, which let them have the big dance floor of their dreams – just check out the exquisite photos by Rob Clayton and trailer by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Denee Motion for proof that it was put to excellent use!
Tal and Solly‘s Jewish Wedding | Photo by Rob Clayton
We also love that Tal opted to wear Israeli designer and Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Galia Lahav for her big day – and she could not have looked more chic! Tap always dreamed of a princess-style dress, and she couldn’t have been prouder to rock an Israeli designer on her special day.
So there you have it! If you’re a Galia Lahav bride yourself – or dream of being one – we’d love to hear about it in the comments!
