Whether you’ve been enamored with your great-grandmother’s pearls since kindergarten or simply love the Sapphire earrings your sister wore at her wedding, as your own wedding day approaches, this is the perfect time to turn those precious family heirlooms into an oh-so-memorable part of your celebration.
Here are a few ways to incorporate a sentimental treasure into your wedding.
CLOSE TO YOUR HEART
This is an endearing option for the bride that literally wants something close to her heart. Your seamstress can artfully sew your grandmother’s embroidered handkerchief into the bodice lining of your dress. With this idea, the heirloom will be a part of every moment of your day.
We do suggest that you have a skilled seamstress or professional tailor do this for you to insure that there isn’t accidental damage to either your heirloom or your dress.
ARTFULLY DISPLAYED
Is there a stunning brooch your mother and her mother wore? Or perhaps a delicate charm from your aunt’s enchanting charm bracelet? Your florist can stylishly add either to your bouquet sash. This placement will not only highlight the sentimental beauty but will also create a one-of-a-kind bouquet detail.
PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
Marry the past with the present to begin your future. Colloborate with a jewelry designer to create a stunning piece of jewelry that utilizes stones from a relative’s wedding ring, pendant or bracelet.
In addition to jewelry, other family treasures can be reimagined for your celebration. Is there a family tartan you want to incorporate? An expert tailor can create custom bow ties for the groom and groomsmen. Or perhaps a piece of furniture holds wonderful memories…incorporate it into your wedding or reception décor.
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Who says the magic has to begin at “I do”? For today’s modern bride, every event leading up to the wedding is a moment worthy of sartorial celebration. From the engagement party to the rehearsal dinner and every toast in between, creating a beautiful and unique assortment of little white dresses is an opportunity for each bride to showcase her personal style. One of our favorite options is to choose a little white dress with a subtle amount of sparkle.
When it comes to wedding celebrations, the aisle isn’t the only place to you’ll be the center of attention. From engagement party and bridal shower to rehearsal dinner and wedding reception, each event is a unique chapter in your love story—and your wardrobe should reflect that. The key? Choosing dresses that feel like elevated extensions of you.
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SIZE
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BUST
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WAIST
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HIP
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2
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33 1/2
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26
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36
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4
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34 1/2
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27
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37
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6
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35 1/2
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28
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38
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8
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36 1/2
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29
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39
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10
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37 1/2
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30
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40
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12
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39
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31 1/2
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41 1/2
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