Shrouded in Romance
A luxurious fur shrug, $1,995, by Cassin, lends an even more regal feel to this ivory strapless organza and lace ball gown with beading, $925, by Casablanca Bridal. Swarovski crystal and CZ tiara, $530, by Siman Tu. Portuguese earrings; paste bracelet, prices upon request, both from Melody, NYC.
Bridal Boudoir
A Baroque-style salon is a beautiful backdrop for these quietly dramatic dresses, all enhanced by vintage accessories. Ivory strapless A-line gown with Alençon lace overlay and chapel train, $849; matching Alençon lace bolero, $115, Mori Lee by Madeline Gardner. Vintage hat, $80; vintage gloves, $45, both from Dianna Castner. Freshwater pearl necklace, $68, by Hera’s Gem. Slingbacks with crystal detail (seen throughout), $350, by Filippa Scott. Natural strapless organza tulle and lace gown with tulle wrap, $5,100, by Domo Adami. Victorian pearl and diamond earrings, $4,200, from Camilla Dietz Bergeron. Pearl necklace, $750; Miriam Haskell beaded bracelet, $1,200, both from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection. Dyed CZ ring, $220, by Roxanne Assoulin for R.Dayan.
Pleasant Pleats
Ivory silk corset gown with silk taffeta kiss pleats, $6,238, by Romona Keveza Couture. South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, $3,500; freshwater pearl and diamond necklace, $3,495; matching bracelet, $1,995, all by Fortunoff. Leather gloves, $415, by Shaneen Huxham.
A Study in Sophistication
An ornate off-the-shoulder neckline is the head-turning element of this diamond white crystal-beaded gown, price upon request, by Michelle Roth Vintage. Diamante earrings, $450, from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection. CZ bracelet, $137, by Giavan. CZ bracelet, $75, by Charles Winston Collections. CZ bracelets, $107–$300 each, all by Giavan. Paste ring (seen throughout), price upon request, from Melody, NYC. CZ ring, $220, by Roxanne Assoulin for R.Dayan.
Gilded Age
Rococo-style swirls of pleated taffeta and a net overskirt are opulent touches on this ivory duchesse satin strapless ball gown with dropped waist, $11,990, by Carolina Herrera. Antique Revival earrings, price upon request, from Melody, NYC. Vintage Aus-trian enamel portrait bracelet (seen throughout), $7,500, from Doyle & Doyle. Leather gloves, $320, by Shaneen Huxham.
High Society
With a wide scoop neck and bouffant sleeves gathered by a glamorous crystal cuff, this off white silk faille princess trumpet gown is in an elite fashion league, $5,200, by Amsale Blue Label. Diamante earrings, $450, from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection.
Lavish Look
Elegant silk satin opera-length gloves (seen throughout), $110, by Carolina Amato, complement the elongated silhouette of this natural strapless silk shantung mermaid gown with beaded empire waist and skirt, $1,800, Mon Cheri Couture by Sabrina Toy. Diamante necklace, $1,200, from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection. Satin and crystal mules (seen throughout), $525, by Oscar de la Renta.
Royal Procession
A line of large silk roses on a detachable over-skirt imbues this antique ivory Italian silk taffeta mermaid gown with sumptuous style, $6,600, by Ines Di Santo. Ivory and gold enamel tiara, $600, by Lynn Kiracofe for Lara Hélène Bridal Atelier. Vintage pearl earrings, $60; vintage beaded collar, $120, both from Dianna Castner. Leather gloves, $260, by Shaneen Huxham.
Portrait of a Lady
With feminine floral tufts at the neckline and a voluminous ruffled skirt, this ivory tulle strapless embroidered ball gown epitomizes Old World opulence, $6,900, by Oscar de la Renta. Diamante earrings, $350, from Carole Ta-enbaum Vintage Collection. Purple crys-tal bracelet (seen throughout), price upon request, from Melody, NYC. 18K white-gold and diamond engagement ring, $1,600 (without center stone), by Simon G.
Belle Epoch
A sweetheart bodice accentuates curves for a softly sexy look. Multicolored sequined tulle ball gown with doupioni silk bodice, $1,300, by Justin Alexander Bridal. Glass earrings by Miriam Haskell, $450; pearl necklace, $650; brooch, $850, all from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection. Diamond and enamel ring, $3,500, from Doyle & Doyle.
Tickled Pink
Rum pink silk duchesse satin ball gown with ivory Alençon lace bodice and hem, $4,400, by Alvina Valenta. Vintage feather hat with rhinestones, $75; gloves, $60, both from Dianna Castner. Button earrings, price upon request, from Melody, NYC. Unexpected embellishments on a gown, like a sash that ties in front or wide satin stripes, contrast a classic cut. Lilac strapless silk georgette ball gown with velvet sash, $3,500, by Mariana Hardwick. Vintage headpiece with rosettes, $150, from Dianna Castner. Cluster earrings, $650 (with matching pin, not shown), from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection. Georgian diamond and pearl ring, price upon request, from Melody, NYC.
Jewel Tones
Ice blue Italian silk satin ball gown with woven tucked strapless bodice, $4,170, by Anne Barge. Vintage necklace, $70; vintage gloves, $60, both from Dianna Castner. Buff-and-ivory-striped silk taffeta embroidered ball gown, $3,800, by Stephanie James Couture. Gold-filled earrings, price upon request, from Melody, NYC. Vintage pearl and rhinestone collar, $75, from Stardust Antiques, NYC. Vintage gloves, $65, from Dianna Castner.
Beauty Rest
Guests will pause to appreciate the hand-beaded Alençon lace bodice and crystal-studded detachable tulle train on this ivory silk satin sheath, $1,995, by James Clifford Collection. Enamel earrings, price upon request, from Melody, NYC. Victorian revival necklace, $650; glass cameo bracelet, $450, both from Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection.
Belles of the Ball
An antique petal hat and beaded sheer stole make captivating companion pieces to these delicately adorned dresses. Pearl Italian silk satin cap-sleeved gown with organza flower details, $6,810, by Badgley Mischka Bride. Vintage headpiece, $75, from Dianna Castner. 18K white-gold and diamond necklace, $4,525; 18K white-gold and diamond bracelet, $16,500, both by Suzy Fabrikant. White strapless embroidered satin gown with Italian net overlay, $4,800, by Amalia Carrara. Beaded capelet, $795, by Adrienne Landau. 18K white-gold and diamond earrings, $2,750, by Suzy Fabrikant. Platinum, diamond and pearl necklace, $12,000, from Camilla Dietz Bergeron.
