FEATURES – Spring / Summer 2010
Modern Classics
From the '60s Through Today, Get Your Fashion Engine Revving With
Bridal Looks Inspired by Each Unique Decade.
It’s common knowledge that fashions are forever repeating themselves,
changing ever so slightly from one decade to the next. And while we’re not necessarily encouraging you to don your mother’s vintage gown for your big day, you might find that looking to those classics of the past can inspire the contemporary dress you choose to wear when gliding down the aisle towards your future. Turn the page to take a motor-rumbling ride through decades of bridal couture.
The Modern Millenium
For the most modern of brides, only a new 2010 Chevy Camaro in Victory-Red will do. Opt for a picked up skirt for a contemporary appeal. Gown: Limited edition ivory gown with sweetheart neckline, beaded bodice with ruching at dropped waist, lace back and picked up skirt by Allure. $1499.99. All The Rage, Hilltop, Virginia Beach. Jewelry: 18kt white gold Claude Thibedeau ring with 24kt yellow gold. $1500. Long Jewelers, Virginia Beach. Car: 2010 Chevy Camaro provided by Lloyd Donathan, Jr. with Just Vinyl Flooring, Knotts Island.
The Glamour Girl '90s
Applied embroidery, beading, leopard pumps and opera length gloves create a ’90s bridal look that’s far from grungy. Gown: Sweetheart neckline, drop waist and beaded bodice with embroidered A-line skirt by Allure. $1499. Accessories: Two-layer veil with beaded edge by Giselle, $329. Hair comb with seed pearls and crystals with bow design and pearl cluster by Ansonia, $89.99. Opera length ivory gloves with 3-button closure by Carolina Amato, $119.99. Gown and accessories all from All The Rage, Hilltop, Virginia Beach. Jewelry: 18kt white gold Simon G ring. $6039. Long Jewelers, Virginia Beach. Car: 1997 Dodge Viper provided by Rick Hart with Hart Architectural Signage.
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