Carolina Herrera Lena Wedding Dress

We just received this stunning Carolina Herrera called Lena (Spring 2011 Collection) for our collection of consignment dresses.

Description: lvory silk organza and Mikado multi-tiered gown with sunburst pleated illusion tulle inserts.

Condition: Excellent (worn once)

Size: 6

Original Retail Price:  $5,000

Selling Price:  $3,000

Email for additional details:  ellecouturedesigns@yahoo.com

 

Costa Mesa, CA


Vera Wang Designs Kim K’s Wedding Gowns

Vera Wang is an extremely talented designer and successful business woman.  Her gowns are worn by A-List Celebrities and Brides who cherish her stylish and modern designs along with impeccable attention to detail, so it is not surprising that Kim Kardashian turned to Vera to create her wedding dress.  In keeping with Kim’s desire to look like a princess along with her sexy and modern style, Vera created 3 gowns. 

The gown worn for the actual ceremony was a full Ball Gown with lace on the bodice and train.  It took 10 women 3 weeks just to create the couture bodice of the gown!  What is not apparent is the layers and intricate details in the inner construction of the gown that defines it as “Couture”. The gown was a nod to Liz Taylor, Sophia Loren, all out glamour and 50′s voluptuous, elegant Hollywood style. To complete the look, lace was hand pieced to the veil to create a glossimer, fluid and romantic feel. 

The 2nd gown created for the 1st dance reflected Kim’s sensual, sophisticated style.  The focus was on her body and skin and was very seductive. 

The 3rd gown was the fun dress that just screamed “rock out and rock on!!” and reflected Kim’s fun side. 

Vera discusses all the details in an interview with E!  Vera also shares her plans to recreate the Ball Gown and Mermaid gown for her collection sold exclusively at David’s Bridal.  While the gowns will not have the same couture details, the overall design will be similar. To see the full interview with Vera, click here.  

 

 

 


Bridal Fashion Trends

This is the season of “refined classics” as reported by The Knot. With much attention to detail, today’s wedding dresses are mirroring Red Carpet Gowns worn by the A-List and Celebrities.  Wedding dress designers are taking the styles, silhouettes, and details and incorporating them into wedding dresses that Brides will be sure to feel glamorous wearing.  The current top 10 styles include:

  1. Straps – provides support and shows that it can look just as great as strapless
  2. Feathers – these gowns are feminine, pretty and modern
  3. Capelets - as stylish as the gowns themselves
  4. Big Couture Bows – an updated version of the bow that is stylish
  5. Textured Fabrics – untraditional and stunning
  6. The color Pink – flatters all skin colors
  7. High Necks - the Bateau or Illusion neckline is very flattering
  8. Pleated Bodices - flatters the body
  9. Short Dresses – these dresses are high in style
  10. Butterflies – adds an air of lightness and whimsy 

View the entire video here:  The Knot Fashion Report: Top 10 Trends

For more information on having your gown custom made or expertly altered, please call 714.745.3846 or email Lori at ellecouturedesigns@yahoo.com

 

 

 



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