Aisle Style: A Dream of a Dress
This season, choose from a wide variety sure to fit any bride’s fancy, from classic lace to custom two-pieces to a ball gown with a black overlay — all available at local stores.
Pockets and polka-dot detailing give “Millie” by Anais Anette ($2,250), which features an A-line design with a deep V-neck and open back, an extra special touch.
(Luna Boutique, 514 Beaver St., 2nd Floor, Sewickley; 412/741-3003, luna-boutique.co)
From designer Stephen Yearick, this high-neck, long-sleeve ball gown ($5,800) is adorned with delicate, embroidered sequined lace appliques throughout for a chic yet classic look.
(Anne Gregory for the Bride, 2975 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont; 412/531-3160, annegregorybrides.com)
This sleek, sleeveless Callie gown ($4,625) by Jack Sullivan includes a stunning detachable train.
(Blanc de Blanc, 1806 Brownsville Road, Carrick; 412/884-8000, blancdeblancbridal.com)
Designed by Maggie and Shirley Bridal, this sleeveless lace dress ($1,950) features a mermaid skirt and cut-out back.
(Carlisle’s of Pittsburgh, 7219 McKnight Road, Ross Township; 412/837-1603, bridalwear.com)
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This custom two-piece ($1,500) by The Iron Horse Atelier has a ponte bodice with boat neck, capped sleeves and a low-scoop back with satin button details down the center. The skirt features an ethereal, floor-length crinkle silk chiffon. A custom semi-waltz veil is $120.
(The Iron Horse Atelier, 5144 Butler St., Lawrenceville; 412/956-0957, theironhorsepgh.com)
Beaded lace motifs and Swarovski crystals adorn the bodice, illusion back and halter neckline with an illusion plunging V in this Veda by Maggie Sottero gown that’s finished with crystal buttons over the zipper closure ($1,700). A tiered tulle and Marquice organza skirt with horsehair edging completes the fit-and-flare silhouette.
(The White Orchid, 4907 Clairton Blvd., Baldwin Borough; 412/885-4411, thewhiteorchid.com)
Sottero & Midgley marry elegance and boldness in their 2019 Spring collection, and Zander 9SC076 ($2,149) takes that to the next level. This black-over-nude ball gown with a deep V back and lace detailing on the bodice is for the bride who dares to be different.
(One Enchanted Evening, 201 S. Main St., Zelienople; 724/473-0444, oeevening.com)
This embroidered lace wedding dress by Jasmine Bridal (style F211013: $1,780) features a beautiful beaded sweetheart neckline. The romantic beaded and lace A-line silhouette is meant to bring that perfect shape to every bride, and the cathedral train is sure to wow.
(This Magic Moment Bridal Studio, 4019 William Flynn Highway, Ste 500, Allison Park; 412/447-8070, pghweddingsale.com)
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Designed by Carrie Ann, owner of Dress Haute in Oakdale, this gown ($1,400) features a heavily beaded bodice with sleeves, a beaded belt to accent the waist and a flowy organza bottom with horsehair trim.
(Dress Haute, 7358 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale and 1500 W. Chestnut St., Washington; 412/398-7662, dresshaute.com)
