www.womanthismonth.com May 2017 belles | WEDDING SPECIAL 27 Marchesa, Oscar de la Renta and Zuhair Murad available at Esposa Dubai www.esposagroup.com On Trend This Gabrielle gown from Oscar de la Renta embraces the opaque trend seen on this season’s runways with its short underskirt, topped with layers of tulle giving a hint of skin but staying demure enough to be properly bridal (with just a little edge). The stunning sequin detailing gives the impression of raindrops cascading towards the skirt’s darling full hemline. Flower Power Ever innovative, the doyenne of wedding dress designers, Monique Lhuillier, took inspiration from nature for this season’s fresh and pretty collection. Describing the models as ‘nymphs’ at her spring-summer 17 show, soft silhouettes afforded a lighter touch than her usual fare with body-skimming sheaths and voluminous skirts adorned with delicate flowers. Pink Princess If you want to buck the ‘white dress’ trend slightly, without losing the princess look lots of little girls (and some big ones too) dream of, look out for a traditional style in a different colour. The Marchesa confection in softest pink with its tiers, ruffles and off-theshoulder neckline ticks all the boxes. Daring Drapery The barely there bodice on this creation from Zuhair Murad’s collection gives the impression of skin while the nipped in waist and full skirt, embroidered with delicate, sparkling flowers, maintain the vision of bridal modesty. This is a gown for the bride who wants to look the part at the same time as showing her individuality.
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