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classic romance with a modern twist on the traditional styling. Jenny Packham’s understated silhouettes pay
homage to the Edwardian era, with intricate light beading and delicate embellishment. Similar to other designs for 2014, Jenny Packham’s designs also bear in mind the modern bride with romantically volumous ballerina skirts, graceful tulle skirts and elegantly exposed backs. Maggie Sottero tell us to “Watch for illusion
lace gracing backs, necklines and sleeves; flora botanica adorning sheer organza; subtle blush, Champagne and nude and lighter weight styles for those brides who are thinking towards the after party as well as the walk down the aisle.” Tis awareness of the ‘after party’ is evident in the designs that opt for a higher hemline (Temperley Rose Skirt and Jenny Packham Gemma). Or for those not wanting to break away from tradition too much there is the hi-
low hemlines, seen on Maggie Sottero’s Leisl and Temperley’s Pia Dress. Temperley offer a full range of different styles,
for different body shapes. Te vision coming direct from designer, Alice Temperley, is for “elegant, feminine, ethereal and timeless,” pieces. As well as a wide range of gowns, Temperley’s Iris collection introduces a number of new categories. For example the Nepheli jumpsuit, an elegant 70s inspired silk crepe halter neck with wide leg, fitted bodice and low back. In contrast to this Te Rose Evening Coat & Rose Skirt, a voluminous evening swing coat covered in ruffled silk organza roses and petals; the skirt in the same, a unique knee length A-line style. Alice adds, “Your bridal dress exists in a moment in time and is made for the woman wearing it not the trend of the moment.” Something to bear in mind when searching for my own bridal dress; don’t be led by what is on trend, be led by what you want to be remembered for on your wedding day. An idea echoed by Caroline when I asked for her advice to brides, like myself, starting the search for their perfect wedding dress: “Tink about the overall ‘look’ you want to achieve. Do you want to have traditional? Romantic? Modern and contemporary? Or do you want a classic look?” She points out it isn’t just to do with the silhouette of the gown which is where I know I went wrong and probably what brides- to-be often think about first. “Te overall vision is critical - once you know what you want your guests and future husband to remember about you as a bride, you are half way there.” As a bride-to-be I hope to feel my absolute best on my wedding day and I know that the dress will be integral to this. Terefore, the dress will need to be something that reflects me and that I feel comfortable in. In which case both the silhouette and the overall look will be important. It’s a good excuse to try as many styles and designs as possible - because after all isn’t that half the fun?
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Caroline Castigliano
Temperley
Jenny Packham
Caroline Castigliano
Maggie Sottero
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