And when I think wedding dress I think... (no not Vera Wang) Vivienne Westwood, naturally. Ever since seeing my darling Carrie Bradshaw is that marvellous work of art in the Sex and the City movie I've always that of that as the perfect inspiration for a bride-to-be, bird and all. That dress really was a show stopper that was, well way over the top, but not in that superficial, ditzy, trashy sort of way. It was sheer style, elegance and individuality. With an essence of Carrie. In fact it was true Carrie, it just too bad Big stood her up and left in heart in pieces! But hey at least she looked fabulous while he broke it.
However Vivienne Westwood's current collection of stunning wedding gowns include an odd mixture of the usual over the top Westwood style and glamour but some piece showcase a style of a bygone era of the elegant 1920s. All ooze extreme luxury and elegance.
A few of the current wedding gown designs take from the 20s, a time of burlesque, money and glamour. Glamour seems to be what Viv does best. These current dresses showcase simple clean line silhouettes with some fantastic detailing, draping and some gorgeous shouldering. One of the dresses is covered with sparkling beads and styles a beautiful cowl neck and a stunningly simple train dragging along behind. Another has this beautifully pleated meets draped bust detailing, minimal beading and just spills onto the floor. I simply died!
Then there were those simply breath taking, over the top, piece of art couture that just screams Vivienne Westwood. One was another silhouette in a beautiful off-white satin with an amazing box pleat train at the back and spilling soft flowing tulle from a ruched waist with a magnificent flower on the side of the wait. The bust showcased one similar to Carries, with intricately placed folds of fabric, jutting up in a very geometrical way that Westwood made seem casual. Love it. Then there's my BIG finale, and when I say big I mean BIG! This gown looks like Carrie's dress met one of Marie Antoinette, they mated and this is their offspring. Pure MAGNIFICENCE! What can one say about this dress? It really speaks for itself. I mean the ruching on the bodice, fabulous, the way the skirt flows from the waist, perfect, and the ruffles! The ruffles were exceptional! The whole thing, Devine! But you can see that.
What would you wear on YOUR wedding day and by who? Comment Below.
Unique and different is the next generation of beautiful. Remember that. xx
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