How do you know when it’s the right dress?
I recently had the honor of being invited to help shop for a bridal gown. WOW! Have things changed since I got married. The selections and styles are like the stars in the sky.
We have this gorgeous Bridal shop nearby, the perfect place to find the perfect dress. I had the time of my life photographing the gorgeous gowns she tried on. I only wish the lighting had been better.
These ruffles took my breath away.
I loved the gathered side on this one.
The beading on this bodice was TDF.
This one was one of my favorites. Look closely at the bottom of the dress.
Train love
This dress had a beaded flower pattern that was incredibly elegant.
Does anyone know where I can find curly ostrich feathers like these in white? I have a project in mind.
The aftermath . . . I couldn’t believe how they just piled on the gowns as they were discarded to the side. It reminded me of the I Want Candy scene in Marie Antoinette.
Now a guessing game . . . Can anyone tell me who wore this famous gown in what popular movie?
16 comments:
oh wow what amazing gowns!!!
ok, I'm pretty sure I know that dress as Carrie's from the Sex and the City movie :)
(the original was Vivienne Westwood and I loved the bird in her hair, though everyone else seemed to hate it!)
If Natasha is right, I couldn't have known as I never saw that movie! I love the bridal gowns. And did you guys buy THE dress? Lucky you that you had a chance to make photos. That is not allowed in the bridal shops over here. They are affraid that it is too easy to copy the dresses if you have photos of them. I would try a fabric store that specializes in evening dress and bridal fabric, those stores over here sell bridal accessories too, for the ostrich feathers. Or a theatre supplies shop. Good luck Nancy and have a lovely day!
It is always such fun shopping for wedding gowns. There are so many beautiful gowns out there
Alison
Nancy, those gowns are all gorgeous...your photos are lovely...i have seen ostrich feathers at the "create for less" site...
What wedding gown gorgeousness. I really like those ruffles of the first gown - so pretty!
Beautiful dresses!
I would not have guessed the answer because I remember her headpiece, which I loved, more than I remember the dress.
Love your new banner picture…white roses are a favorite of mine.
Louise
Hey Nancy! I have no idea who wore that gown, but how I love those bunchy ruffles...If your brother and I were to do it again, I would wear a gown like that! Awesome pictures, imperfect lighting or not! Anita
I don't know who wore it (probably Carrie) but I just love the folds
Beautiful gowns, and a ethereal post Nancy.
Like you, that first detail with the gathered detail is my fav.
Don't know the answer, since I don't watch too many movies to your for you guessing game.
About the feathers:
If you are careful, you can use open scissors to curl the ends of an ostrich plum.
If you are looking for many feathers, you can get them through feather or floral supply store.
Also, there is an Ostrich farm in Central California where I got some once and maybe a farm near you!
Thinking of and sending many hugs to you!
xox
Constance
You are very welcome Nancy,
I hope you find what you are looking for…
Louise
Oh wow, such beauty. To be a Princess For A Day - how lucky! Makes me wish I'd had a traditional wedding with a fancy gown...
Thanks for sharing!
Hugs,
Kate
Wow!!
I love them all!! So pretty and fluffy. I don't think it was Carrie, I think hers had tons of little lace or tulle ruffles.
Not sure.
Rosemary
What beautiful gowns!!!
Blessings,
Kim
So beautiful Nancy! I love seeing all the gowns. They make me think of ice cream cones for some reason. So rich and creamy and heavenly~ When I got married I got to do the thing of trying on the gowns. It was so much fun... I bought a very expensive veil then about a year ago I accidently threw it away... Still haven't recovered from that loss!
xoxox
Try ostrich.com for good deal in feathers--buy a couple of feminas in your preferred length--then take a butter knife and curl them (like you would a ribbon). Also--if you wrap the stem with craft wire (I'll typically spray paint it first), you can gently bend them as well--or wrap several together for a really dense effect.
Oh yeah--one other thing--store feathers in good solid plastic bags. The only thing moths like more than wool are feathers...
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