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Photo by Lucia O’Connor-McCarthy
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After a mere three years in the industry, Alexandra O'Neill's luxury label has carved a devoted fanbase for what she refers to as "celestial romanticism." Markarian, named after a group of galaxies, offers bridal looks inspired by all things mystical and its gowns have the same magnetic appeal. Made in New York, the clothes are impeccably crafted using decadent fabrics. With the dreaminess of the cosmos, O'Neill's dresses are, in a word, pretty. The feminine, ethereal gowns can make any bride feel magical on her wedding day.
Scroll below to see recent and past collections from Markarian.
Markarian Spring 2020
The Markarian Spring 2020 collection brings a more structured take on wedding dresses. Fanned ruffle bodices, long peplums, and billowy sleeves add sculptural dimensions to otherwise soft materials. The collection, inspired by a traipse along an Italian villa, is filled with delicate feminine details like a subtle drape on a strapless sheath, an effortless cowl neckline, or ruched bodices. The collection also includes delicious floral options for guests or members of the bridal party.
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"Bernini" strapless floral jacquard A-line gown with wrap detail draping at waist.
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"Brunelleschi and Giovanna"
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"Perpetua" strapless trumpet eyelet gown with peplum detail at waist and detachable silk belt.
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"Donatella" dress "Bianca" belt
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"Juliet" floral gown with lace trim at hem.
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"Botticelli" embroidered chiffon A-line gown with plunging neckline, long sleeves, and detachable flower detail.
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"Rosetta" Ivory Satin Mini Dress With Bow cowl neckline embellished shoulder straps.
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"Harmon"
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"Verona" dress "Montague" bed jacket
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"Pyramus" ivory satin and lace cami top and "Thisbe" satin and lace shorts / knickers
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"Borromeo" lace babydoll dress with sweetheart neckline and silk dupioni belt with bow.
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"Donna" floral dress with plunging neckline
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"Caravaggio" silk dupioni top with fanned ruffle, "Bradamante" silk dupioni wrap skirt with cascading ruffles, and "Bianca" belt.
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"Harpy" sleeveless silk dupioni A-line dress with bow detail on shoulders dress and "Titania" silk dupioni belt with plastic buckle and studs.
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"Francesca" embellished silk midi dress with one-shoulder puffed sleeve, pearl beadings, and mirrored sequins.
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"Dido" floral dress with one-shoulder detail.
Markarian Fall 2019
This season is all about sleeves: poufs, airy caps, and tie-arounds. Not for the faint of heart, these stylish dresses are for modern brides who want to channel effortless chic on their wedding day. There's an ease to the clothes, It's hard to choose standouts this season, but a boxy wraparound with feather plumes, a long-sleeved lace sheath with a peplum,
"Rhett" sleeveless dress with V-neckline, crystal trim straps and matching belt, and off-the shoulder tie-around sleeves.
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"Aphrodite" column lace gown with plunging neckline, long sleeves, and peplum detail.
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"Arabella" sleeveless silk moire faille A-line gown with scoop neckline and ruffles at waist and straps.
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"Artemis" silk midi wrap dress with long pouf sleeves, feather embellishments on skirt, and crystal-embellished self-tie belt.
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"Aurelia" sleeveless beaded lace brocade gown with V-neckline and self-tie bow belt.
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"Aurora" floral lace A-line gown with square neckline, cap sleeves, and tiered skirt from empire waist.
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"Caspian" silk babydoll dress with sweetheart neckline, puffed long sleeves, and allover crystal embellishments.
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"Celestia" beaded lace dress with extended faille bow straps, sweeping faille train, and crystal-embellished self-tie belt.
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"Clementine" floral lace A-line dress with pouf sleeves, corset bodice, and tiered skirt.
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"Demeter" silk faille A-line gown with fanned ruffle bodice and fitted waist.
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"Esmeralda" floral silk A-line gown with V-neckline, pouf sleeves, and ruching at waist.
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"Esperanza" floral lace A-line dress with high neckline, long sleeves, and white slip midi dress.
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"Guinevere" silk faille A-line gown with plunging neckline, crystal embellishments, and tiered skirt.
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"Hestia" multicolored beaded lace dress with V-neckline, cross tie detail, off-the-shoulder pouf sleeves, and thigh-high slit.
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"Jasmine" silk faille A-line gown with deep-V neckline, slim straps, and crystal trim.
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"Josephine" floral lace A-line dress with plunging neckline and wrapped bust empire waist.
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"Lancelot" sheer sequin wrap dress with ruffled sleeves and cascading ruffle detail, with matching crystal belt and slip dress.
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"Rhett" sleeveless dress with V-neckline, crystal trim straps and matching belt, and off-the shoulder tie-around sleeves.