Bellissimo Photography Studio

05/04/2026

Some moments feel magical… and then there are the ones that raise the bar for magic entirely ✨🇮🇹

An afternoon in Florence… golden sunlight pouring over the river, a glass of wine in hand, thinking this right here is the moment…

Not realizing… we couldn’t even begin to imagine what was about to happen next.

We notice a man—effortlessly stylish, wearing the most unique sunglasses—and of course, we had to compliment him 😌

His name? Marco.

What starts as a simple conversation quickly turns into something out of a movie…

He casually shares that he’s a jewelry designer—for Gucci, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and more.

And then he says…

“Would you like to see my studio?”

I mean… excuse me?! 😳

Before we could even process it, we’re walking through a discreet doorway into a private vault—tools, textures, history everywhere. Then up into a studio that felt like stepping into another era… 18th-century silver pieces, cases filled with diamonds, gold, and jewels that quite literally took our breath away.

Champagne appears 🍾 (in antique flutes… because of course it does)

We toast—to the moment, to the magic, to the how is this even real right now feeling.

And then…

We’re trying on pieces that haven’t even been released yet.

✨ Sapphire rings by Van Cleef
✨ Gold & diamond cuffs designed for Gucci
✨ Bracelets dripping in diamonds and jewels

At one point, someone asks the price of a bracelet…

Marco smiles and says, “You’re wearing a $65,000 bangle.”

I’m sorry… WHAT?! 🤯

And that’s when it hit us—

We thought the golden sunlight, the wine, the view… that was the magic.

But the real magic?

Was what we never saw coming.

That’s Travel is Bellissimo.

The unexpected moments.
The doors that open when you least expect it.
The experiences you couldn’t plan… even if you tried.

So I have to ask…

✨ Are you ready for your own “this can’t be real” moment?

Because trust me… they’re waiting for you.

DM me “ITALY” and let’s make it happen 🇮🇹✨

04/07/2026

There’s something that happens when you travel like this…
not rushed, not surface-level… but fully immersed in beauty, connection, and experience. 🤍

From golden sunsets along the Amalfi Coast with the wind catching your dress just right…
to ivy-covered stone walls that feel like they’ve been holding stories for centuries…
to candlelit barrel rooms in Napa where time slows down and magic lingers in the air…

This is what Travel is Bellissimo is about.

It’s not just the destinations (though… let’s be honest… they are breathtaking 😍)
It’s how you feel while you’re there.
It’s the laughter, the deep conversations, the unexpected friendships…
and yes… the kind of images that take you right back to that exact moment every single time you look at them.

Your memories will be beautiful.
Your experience will be unforgettable.
And your images? Absolute works of art. ✨

We are now booking for our upcoming experiences:
🥂 Couples Trip — End of September (intimate + curated, limited couples will be selected)
💫 Women’s Trip — Beginning of October (only 8 spots available by application)

If something in you is whispering “this is for me…”
don’t ignore it.

Come experience what it feels like to be part of something truly Bellissimo. 🇮🇹✨

DM me for details or to apply. 💌

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04/03/2026

Behind the scenes of our flying dress shoot

04/02/2026

Okay but can we just take a second… Bellissimo has been BUSY busy and I am HERE for it. 😍✨

First off… Napa? Absolutely EPIC. 🍷💃🏼
Like… core memories, belly laughs, stunning shoots, and wine for daysss. We’re already planning our Spring 2027 trip because honestly… we have to do that magic all over again. Who’s coming with us next time?! 👀

Now let’s talk about what’s happening RIGHT HERE at the studio…

🀄️ We are officially bringing Mahjong to Bellissimo and I’m OBSESSED already.
We’ve partnered with the head of the St. Louis Mahjong Association to bring you:
✨ Mahjong 101
✨ Mahjong 102
✨ Guided Play

Whether you’ve never touched a tile or you’re ready to level up your game… this is your new girls’ night. 💁🏼‍♀️
Grab your seat here before they’re gone:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahjong-social-club-101-class-tickets-1985930617938?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=&utm-share-source=mobile-search-results

Andddd Italy… 🇮🇹✨
We are just WEEKS away from our next adventure (!!!) but let’s be real… October is already calling your name.

We’re planning something incredible and if Italy has been even a tiny whisper in your heart… now is the time.
We’re offering a huge discount when you lock in your spot with a deposit 👀

DM me for all the juicy details because these spots will NOT last.

Bellissimo isn’t just a studio… it’s a whole experience, a whole vibe, a whole life. 🥂✨

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03/27/2026

THIS is how you start a trip… 🥂✨

Day 1 of our Sip, Savor & Sparkle Napa Photo Adventure Trip and it already feels like magic. 💫

We kicked things off with the sweetest “get to know you” toast—laughing, clinking glasses, and turning strangers into instant friends. There’s just something about a little bubbly and a room full of incredible women that sets the tone just right. 🍾💕

Then we headed to a lovely Spanish tapas spot for the most amazing meal… sharing bites, stories, and soaking in every single moment together. 😍

Honestly… if this is how we’re starting, I already know the rest of this adventure is going to be next-level unforgettable. ✨

What a beautiful beginning to what’s about to be an even greater experience. 💃🏼🍷

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03/05/2026

Come through and see all the great vendors, as well as Fezziwigs Marketplace

Celebrate Women in Business this Saturday! ✨
Join Fezziwig’s Marketplace in downtown O’Fallon for their International Women’s Day Pop-Up — returning for year three! This special sip-and-shop event brings together incredible women-owned businesses from our community and beyond for an afternoon of shopping, tastings, and connection.
🗓 Saturday, March 7
🕚 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Fezziwig’s Marketplace
Grab your girlfriends (or bring the whole crew!) and come out to support local women entrepreneurs. It’s always such a fun and inspiring day — don’t miss it!

02/20/2026

🍷✨ LET’S WHINE ABOUT IT ✨🍷
(Hobby Ho Club Edition)

We’re leveling up, ladies.

On March 23rd & 24th, we’re hosting a Wine Tasting 101 experience and the one and only Chrissy from Boarding House Bistro will be our official guide to all things vino. 🙌

You’ll learn:
🍷 How to identify tasting notes
🧀 How to pair your favorite wine with different foods
✨ And maybe even discover a new way you love to sip

Two different sessions.
Limited tickets for BOTH nights.
Because we keep it cozy, fun, and just the right amount of fabulous.

Grab a friend — or come solo and leave with a new one. 💃

Tickets are live on Eventbrite (just search Hobby Ho Club).

Let’s sip smart, laugh loud, and as always…
Hobby Ho it up. 😘🍷

https://www.eventbrite.com

Wine Tasting 101 with Chrissy of Boarding House Bistro Learn your notes, nail pairings & sip smarter. March 23–24. Limited spots!

01/19/2026

The Hobby Ho Club presents our February Event- ✨ Give Your Vanity a Pretty Little Vintage Glow-Up ✨

Because January filled up fast and so many of you couldn’t get in, we’re doing TWO February nights 💕
🗓 Feb 17 or Feb 18
⏰ 7:00 PM
✨ Limited tickets for both nights
🎟 Tickets available through Eventbrite - See below ⬇️ and in Comments

This month at Hobby Ho Club, we’re falling back in love with our beauty area—that little space (your bathroom sink, makeup vanity, or get-ready corner) that deserves to feel pretty again 💄🪞

Vintage-funky self-care with a creative twist:
🌸 Create a custom dusting powder infused with your favorite perfume
💎 Make a makeup brush cleaner poured into a beautiful crystal jar
✨ Give your everyday routine a glow-up
🥂 Drinks + light snacks included

Think old-Hollywood vanity vibes, great sips, yummy bites, lots of laughs, and zero pressure—just a fun night of creating something beautiful with amazing women ✨

Two nights. Same vibe. Limited tickets.
👉 Grab yours on EventBrite and come hobby ho it up 💕







https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hobby-ho-club-february-event-tickets-1980844008753?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=3b8969047d42013abc3a32e7bf5a3efa62a15aceda49366a57a53b1aeafed530fa8883a0dcec381568c3f05c6ee2a86a531b9d07b00f2203915b15e1da9add52b0d8afcf96170fd72409dbad0c

01/09/2026

🚨 Hobby Ho Club ALERT! 🚨

✨ 70% of the tickets are GONE ✨
Yep… this one is filling up FAST 😝

🗓 January 28 | 7–9 PM
🎟 $15 per person
🪑 Very limited spots left

If you’ve been on the fence, this is your nudge 👉
Grab your ticket on Eventbrite and make sure YOU are officially part of the Hobby Ho(e) Club 💃✨

Questions? Slide into my DMs 💌
Let’s Hobby Ho It Up!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hobby-ho-club-januarys-theme-create-your-custom-2026-bingo-card-tickets-1980029837545?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/09/2026

🚨 Hobby Ho Club Update! 🚨

Y’all… we’ve already sold over ⅓ of the tickets 😱✨
And yes—this is your sign.

🗓 January 28 | 7–9 PM
🎟 $15 per person
🪑 Limited seats remaining

If you’ve been thinking “I’ll grab one later…” — this is later 😝
👉 Tickets are live on Eventbrite
💌 Questions? DM me anytime

Grab your spot, grab a friend, and get ready to Hobby Ho It Up 💃✨
When they’re gone… they’re GONE.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hobby-ho-club-januarys-theme-create-your-custom-2026-bingo-card-tickets-1980029837545?aff=oddtdtcreator