Early 1950s Bridal Gown
The 1950s bridal gown had a tight bodice, natural waist, and full skirt held out by nylon net crinolines or slips with rows of net ruffles. Continue reading Early 1950s Bridal Gown
The 1950s bridal gown had a tight bodice, natural waist, and full skirt held out by nylon net crinolines or slips with rows of net ruffles. Continue reading Early 1950s Bridal Gown
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
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
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
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
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