Alternative and Period Inspired Wedding Dresses

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Couture Bridal Gowns "La Belle Dame" -
variation with sleeves

soft grey-blue and ivory silk corseted gownwith lace and beading embellishments

front view of the patchwork style dress in shades of blue, grey and ivory silk

This variation of the "La Belle Dame" design was cut over a perfectly fitting, made-to-measure inner corset. The client required a different neckline to the original (see "Contemporary" index page) and long sleeves. Several possibilities were considered: lace sleeves, extending the patchwork effect onto the actual sleeve and a flared cuff. The chosen option fitted the arm closely and was laced at the cuff - connecting visually with the back lacing of the main gown.

Above - from the outside, the attached corset is totally hidden.

neckline and lace detail back of the skirt in french blue, midnight blue, ivory and silver skirt

Above - details of the gown and the various patchwork fabrics: silk dupion, embroideries and brocade with beaded guipure lace.

neckline and lace detail back of the skirt in french blue, midnight blue, ivory and silver skirt

The various blues and grey tones of the bride's gown were reflected in the attire of the entire bridal party; the cream by her lilies.

pouch bag and sleeve detail cutting the actual gown over the fitted inner bodice

One of the original design options; a small pouch bag, made to match; and the preliminary toile of the dress, cut over the boned corset.