The brides of 2007 have their own set of standards when it comes to their gowns. That’s why no two brides ever seem to have the exact same look. Explore your own sense of style with the diving and rising details along necks, waists and hems.
Models are Carla Odhnera, Juliette Porcelli, Joy Cichocki, Jean Boyle, Kelly Brightville, Erin Mosher, Jenna Fletcher, Martina Lecki, Mina Arroya, Katy O’Leary, Danielle Innaurato and Shakara Hoxter from Greer Lange Model & Talent Agency
Flowers by Genevieve Marston.
Make-up by Kelsey Tome. Hair by Kelly Brown and Maria Capuano of Currie Hair Skin & Nails.
Carpet featuring an Agra design, $16,000, from Holly Peters Oriental Rugs and Home in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Vintage recovered chair, $1,200, and a white upholstered chair from Columbia, $750, also from Holly Peters Oriental Rugs and Home. Chaise Cleopatra, designed by Marie Cristin, $4,975, is available at Somethings Unique in Greenville.All fabric is available at Calico Corners in Wilmington.
Strapless isn’t the only type of neckline a bride can wear. Halters can be divine, too, while offering a little more support. Champagne dress with a lace overlay by Cymbeline Ensembles, $2,500, at Anastasia’s Bridal Salon in Greenville.
A ribbon at the natural waist defines curves while a deep V-neck is both subtle and feminine. Gown by Melissa Sweet, $3,500, at Jennifer’s Bridal in Hockessin. Jewelry is the model’s own.
Chantilly lace wraps this gown from a high Elizabethan neck down to its chapel-length train. Automne dress by Cymbeline Ensembles, $3,850, at Anastasia’s Bridal in Greenville.
A balloon skirt in bronze and lavendar fabric is the definition of modern styling. Vera Wang dress, $528, at Aquamarine on Market in Lewes. A diamond collar offers just enough flash for a formal fete. Necklace has 15.72 carat total weight and is set in 18-karat white gold, $16,950, at Continental Jewelers in North Wilmington. Bronze shoes by Blue Tux Shoes, $90, at Anastasia’s Bridal in Greenville.
A peek-a-boo slit in the neckline of a platinum gown is a flirty detail in an otherwise serious number. Dress by Nicole Miller, $330, at Jennifer’s Bridal in Hockessin. A black South Sea pearl is the focus of a diamond and white gold collar, $6,950, while delicate drop earrings balance out the ensemble, $995, both from Continental Jewelers in North Wilimington.
A pink rusched sash, $40, defines a waist on a red Coren Moore gown, $275, both from Anastasia’s Bridal in Greenville.
A tea length dress gives bridesmaids plenty of room to dance, while vertical stripes elongate the body. Riviera Sundress, $370, at Jennifer’s Bridal in Hockessin. A daisy pendant by Hearts on Fire celebrates the warm weather with 1.1 carat of diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $4,200, at Continental Jewelers in North Wilmington. Silver shoes by Blue Tux shoes, $98, at Anastasia’s Bridal in Greenville.
A scoop neck shows off the delicate curves of a woman’s neck. The silk charmeuse gown is by Amy Michelson, $2,400, at Anastasia’s Bridal in Greenville. A 3.04 carat pink tourmaline is the focus of an 18-karat white gold ring, which is accented with 1.15 carats of diamonds, $4,250, at Continental Jewelers in North Wilmington. A silver, beaded comb pulls the hair back, $98 for a set, at Victorian Closet Bridal and Pagent Shop in Harrington.
Beading along the bustline of a strapless gown adds instant glamour while dramatic rouching and a dropped waist create a very current look. Gown by Allure Bridals, $927, at Taylor’s Bridal in Claymont. Diamond hoop earrings in 14-karat gold feature 1.17 carats of diamonds, $2,995, at Continental Jewelers in North Wilmington.