#ball gowns

[fawnvelveteen]

Models showed off five fabulous ball gowns designed by Jacques Fath at a Paris fashion show, 1951.

Gordon Parks / The LIFE Picture Collection © Meredith Corporation

[oldvintageglamour]

Homecoming parade float with JCSU Homecoming Queen, 1960s 😍👑😍👑😍

[epkeart]

ArtFight 6: Felyndiira & Valfyre

Drawing these dark elves being gay for each other has become my favourite annual AF tradition    Attack for fenhawkee

[itsglor]

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Agnes (@old_fashioned_agnes)

GORGEOUS!

[pathesis]

"The Ballad Of Sarah Berry" but it's 1860 and it's about a suitress trying to attract a high-class man, and marry him to boost her family's status.

failing to do so she goes on a murder spree at the wedding.

My interpretation of Sarah Berry(Blonde) and Julie Jenkins(Brunette)

I wanted to make an animatic but I just don't have the time SIGH

[vikkates]

New pieces I would like The Princess of Wales to add to her wardrobe (1,169/?)

Gown by Teuta Matoshi

I want to see Kate in a full-on princess gown, and this one gives me major Cinderella vibes.

Available here.

[starfireproductions]

Always And Forever

A very special commission for friends who celebrate their wedding anniversary this autumn. Amanda had a very specific vision for how she wanted this to look and it was a joy to be able to do this for her and Jenn. Wishing you both every happiness :) xx

Full details can be found on my DA page here: https://www.deviantart.com/starfire-productions

[newyorkthegoldenage]

Leslie Caron and Jinx Falkenburg McCrary at the premiere of "Lili," starring Caron, at the Trans-Lux Theater, March 10, 1953. The opening benefitted the North Shore Hospital to be built in Manhasset. McCrary was chairman of the hospital committee.

Photo: Associated Press via SFGate

[lunarrmoonss-art]

[mahoganygold213]

Rodarte |Spring Summer 2024

[happyprom]

[darius-cordell-custom-dresses]

Scalloped lace Wedding Gown - Darius Cordell Fashion Ltd by Darius Cordell Via Flickr: #weddingdresses #wedding #lacedresses #tieredweddingdresses | this lace wedding dress can be made to order in any size and w any chages by www.dariuscordell.com

[thebridalstylist]

Silhouettes and what they can do for you

Welcome to Silhouettes 101! I thought I'd list them out and tell you the pros and cons to each, so you can feel like you have a better grasp on them before you go dress hunting.

Please note: Everything I write in the "cons" section is an FYI and can be thoroughly ignored. If you are going to the courthouse and you want a ballgown with a cathedral train, go for it.

Ballgowns

The ballgown is, on a scale from tight to full, 110% floof. It's a classic wedding gown silhouette, but that doesn't mean it has to be conservative or unexciting in any way.

Best for: Brides who want the princess or fairytale look, or who need a better contrast between their waist and hips in order to create the illusion of a smaller waist.

Cons: They can be heavy, and going to the bathroom once you're in it is a royal (ha!) pain in the ass if you don't have multiple people helping or a product like the Bridal Buddy.* They can also sometimes make people look a bit shorter, but if that's where your heart is and you're a short queen, you can mitigate that by wearing some serious heels or just not give a crap about it. Also, can come off as more formal than some other silhouettes.

A-Lines

This silhouette is named an A-line because it's shaped like.... Guess what? Yep. An A. On the scale of tight to full, it's just under the ballgown in floofiness, but is not as tight as a fit and flare or a sheath.

Best for: Everybody! The A-line is a universally flattering silhouette. Unless it's heavily beaded, it's probably going to weigh less than a ballgown. If you want flowy, this is probably your best bet. A-lines are also often really good at getting that romantic feel. If you don't care about a train, you can really open up your options by checking out gowns in your chosen color that are special occasion, evening gowns, or even prom dresses, and save quite a bit of money.

Cons: Still a lot of material for some, but there aren't really a lot of downsides to this one.

Fit And Flares

I use "fit and flare" as a catch-all for any dress that, well, fits and at some point flares out, like mermaids or trumpets. These terms can sometimes be used interchangeably.

Best for: Two words - drama and curves. If you don't have an hourglass figure and you want one, this is where to look. If you're the kind of bride who wants to go full glam, these gowns are your best friend.

Cons: If you are apple shaped, a fit and flare might actually call more attention to it, but there are still tricks to mitigating that like adding belts or finding one with ruching. While you're trying one on and/or getting your fitting done with alterations with one of these ladies, make absolutely sure you can walk, dance, and sit comfortably... And yeah, that means busting a move at the bridal salon, even if it's just in your changing room. Hell, we'll probably suggest it! You don't want a dress that'll be so tight on your legs that you're tippy-toeing down the aisle, unless you want that, in which case you do you!

Sheaths

These babies go straight up and down, and are sleek and sexy. They're going to be the tightest silhouette overall.

Best for: If you're more of a casual bride, you'll have way better luck finding a sheath that works for you, as opposed to, say, ballgowns. Also great if you're a budget bride; this is the other silhouette you can look through special occasion or prom gown collections for and find some way cheaper that nobody would ever guess wasn't a $5k wedding gown. And if you want some floof for the ceremony but not the reception, you can just get a really stunning overskirt like this, this, or this, and just remove it for the reception, no need for a train. So, lots of customization options!

Cons: They are not terribly forgiving to the figure. Spanx can take care of that. Also may not be best for those who are apple-shaped without tricks like ruching, belts, etc. applied. For people with body dysmorphia, these might be a bit tough. Also, these are usually the most casual of the silhouettes.

Like always, I'll say that the only thing that matters is that you feel beautiful and comfortable in your dress, so don't take something written under "cons" as law. Be true to yourself and what you want, no matter what that style is!

*I get no money whatsoever from any link I might post.... dammit. Also, those are to be seen solely as examples.

[yourstruly-sephie]

𝐍𝐲𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐭: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧

𝙇𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙁𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧. “A weightless fabric in a pale shade of pink. The gown was simple, except for the bodice. A string of crystal clear gems line the emphasis of the waist, the curve under her bust, and over. A cluster of small frills decorate the neckline of the gown, which continues to the off-the-shoulder sleeves. The gown was simple and elegant, like a flower.” - 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨

[pussinbootsandbountyhunter]

What would Rosalinda's royal outfit be like that respect her kingdom? I mean, she doesn't wear her royal dress like any other princesses would wear expect special events. So, what would she wear?

Now in her royal outfit that she doesn’t wear except for special occasions would be this one;

And if it’s her birthday, in case you might ask another question, it would be this one;

[vikkates]

New pieces I would like The Princess of Wales to add to her wardrobe (1,212/?)

Gown by Mark Bumgarner

I want to see Kate in a full-on ballgown, and even though it’s simple, this one has drama in spades. I love it.

Available here.