Late 1930s Bridal Party
In the late 1930s, the bridal gowns were still long shimmery satin. Bridesmaids’s dresses were long and puffy, and they wore interesting headpieces or small hats. Continue reading Late 1930s Bridal Party
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Early 1930s Bridal Gown
The 1930s Bridal Gown was typically of shimmery satin fabric cut on the bias so it draped and clung to the body. Veils were very long to replace the dress’s train. Continue reading Early 1930s Bridal Gown
Early 1920s Wedding Party
In the 1920s, as wedding gowns got plainer and shorter, the bridal bouquets got larger. This 1920s bridal gown is plain but the headdress is large and puffy and covers the bride’s head. Continue reading Early 1920s Wedding Party
1920 Bride and Bridesmaids
This mid-1920s bride’s headpiece is made of a wire frame that supports a net fabric with lace on the edges. All four bridesmaids are wearing different dresses showing the variety of designs during that time. Continue reading 1920 Bride and Bridesmaids
Early 1920s Bridal Party
This bridal party from the early 1920s shows a variety of dress styles. The dress lengths are getting shorter from the floor length styles of the 1914s. The bride’s headpiece is a band around her head with large puffs of netting on the sides and back. Continue reading Early 1920s Bridal Party
1914 Evening Gowns
Evening fashions often influenced the style of wedding gowns. These slim dresses were Paris fashions and were available as Ladies Home Journal Patters in January 1914. These dresses might inspire you. Continue reading 1914 Evening Gowns
1912 Bridal Gown
By 1912, the bride’s bodice has the fashionable V-neckline like a Japanese kimono’s front, which was the designer’s inspiration. Gone are the high, stiff necklines. The skirt is straight with only a small slit at the bottom. Continue reading 1912 Bridal Gown
1908 Bridal Gown
The 1908 bridal gown has a high neckline, smooth bodice, A-line gathered skirt, slightly puffed 3/4 length sleeves, and long fingerless mitts. The skirt is a “shocking” 2 to 3 inches off the floor. Continue reading 1908 Bridal Gown
1904 Bridal Gown
This 1904 bridal gown shows the typical Edwardian fashion of high neckline, puffy bodice decorated with lace, tightly cinched waist, and a full length skirt with a flowing train. The bride is totally covered from neck to floor, and arms as well. Continue reading 1904 Bridal Gown
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