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Dress You Up in My Love (Part I) |
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February 11th, 2009 by Plumeria Blossom
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Looking for a wedding dress was one of the first wedding-related things I did. In fact, I have been eying gowns for years. I love fashion, pretty fabrics and dresses– what’s not to love?
From unique-vintage.com
I’ve always liked vintage styles, from the ’50s silhouettes found at Stephanie James or the 1930′s recreations at Unique Vintage.
From nicolemiller.com
Nicole Miller’s styles are also some of my favorites. She makes lots of lovely, beachy styles in high-quality silk. For brides on a budget, her bridesmaid dresses can also double as wedding gowns since many of them come in white, ivory and champagne shades.
From moncheribridals.com
Notice any trends? I was really drawn to long, floaty sheaths with feminine details and not much in the way of a train. Plus they seemed to fit in so well with our venue on the beach. For more drool-worthy frocks, check out Jenny Packham and Claire Pettibone. Just don’t look at the prices, or you’ll faint dead away.
Of course, when I ended up trying on these types of dresses, they looked uniformly awful on me. I really should’ve heeded Trinny and Susannah’s advice and saved myself the trouble; hourglass girls need clothing that defines the waist and plays up the curves. I looked so dumpy. So I placed myself at the mercy of the bridal shop attendants and pressed on in my search.
Did your dress end up being different than what you originally envisioned?
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Categories: Destination Wedding, Ways to Save, Wedding Dresses |
5 Comments |
February 11th, 2009 at 9:12 am
I love the dresses in your post! They are so whimsical.
February 11th, 2009 at 9:42 am
Thanks! Dress shopping was one of my favorite things about planning.
February 11th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
I’m with you there – I need a little more definition in my waist, but those dresses are just lovely – and whimsical is exactly the right word.
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April 1st, 2011 at 1:00 pm
That First Dress is exactly what I am looking for!! Can you tell me more about it?
May 5th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
I am dying to find the first dress in your post from Unique Vintage?!? Do you know if it is available to purchase anywhere? It is exactly what I am looking for. Any help would be very much appreciated! Thanks and have a great day!