I created an elopement wedding dress for this stunning mature bride, made in pale peachy pink silk satin with incredible beaded and applique tulle overlay. Silk chiffon flowers with bold colour print, pearls and glass beads fade from neckline to hem.
The shape was simple and flattering, a column dress with round neckline, cap sleeves and puddle train. I hinted at the waistline with a line of tiny beads and we included a dipped back neckline to show off her beautiful skin.
This client was one of those most rare and wonderful creatures in the wedding industry – a repeat customer. She first came to me for help with her daughter’s wedding outfit. When her own wedding plans became reality I was flattered that she thought of me again.
This wedding was featured on English Wedding blog – have a read if you want to learn more about the details of the day.
“Felicity, I could just burst with excitement. I can’t believe I have the most beautiful gown in the world…THANK YOU!”
Knowing that my bride is enjoying her wedding day wearing a gown she loves makes my heart sing every time.
Photography – Tom Frost
Making an Elopement Wedding Dress for a Mature Bride
At the beginning of this design process, we started with one set of designs. We got as far as the ‘toile’ (practice run) but wedding plans were deferred (eugh, covid). With extra time on her hands, the bride researched ideas more and changed her mind on the style she wanted.
So together we came up with a new design. I made a new toile and in July, as restrictions eased, we finally got to meet for in-person fittings and powered through to the September wedding date. That didn’t give me a huge amount of time, but I thrive on a deadline, and everything was more than ready by the time the big day came around.
Here’s the finished dress on the stand, before the bride came to pick it up. Isn’t that 3D floral fabric absolutely beautiful?
“You were such an amazing part of the planning and obviously the day. I can’t bare to put my dress away. It’s still hanging in its bag in our room.”
I think it’s the little details that make all the difference. When it came to finishing this dress, I felt that the look couldn’t be complete without adding some of the lace from the dress onto the shoes. I made sure the placement of flowers worked with the shape of the shoes to create a visually pleasing flow. After pinning and re-pinning a few times, I was happy and sewed them on, adding a few pearls as well.
The final touch was a sweet little drawstring bag that I also made to match the dress and shoes.
Working with this bride was as much fun as her incredible wedding photos imply. Although we had to turn around within a matter of weeks, it was an honour to be able to provide her bespoke gown for her special day. I’m so glad she decided to go ahead with the wedding despite what the world had thrown at us during those dark days of covid.
More Wedding Dress Inspiration
I loved making this elopement wedding dress for a mature bride. If you love the look of this floral wedding dress too, then take a look at another colourful hand painted wedding dress I made. And if you’re a mature bride looking for more unique wedding dress inspiration, you can find more here.
If you want to take the next step in getting a bespoke wedding dress, completely customised to your body and style, then why not book a free consultation with me?
