A big trend right now for brides is finding that perfect vintage wedding dress whether it be Edwardian or boho. But for something that has already been worn at least once, that dress can come with a
hefty price tag. Why would you spend hundreds, if not thousands, if someone very close to you already had a great vintage dress in her closet (or at least one with great potential)?The following ladies decided to make that "something borrowed" a big something and raided mom's closet. A couple wore their mother's dresses just like their mothers did on their wedding days while others saw potential in an outdated style and gave it a modern twist.
Raina looks classic and gorgeous in her mother's dress at her simple and sweet
library wedding.
{flickr}
Sam wore her mother's delicate dress (with a couple changes) for the ceremony and then changed into a non-vintage dress to boogie in at the reception to keep her mom's dress from getting damaged.
{romine weddings}
Charlie decided not to change a thing about her mom's dress and she looked radiant in it. The only alteration was an embroidered label that her mother sewed in (check out her shop).
Like mother...
like daughter!
Cassie loves old-fashion lace dresses and was searching for a modest but not at all boring dress. After trying on dress after dress, she was beginning to feel discouraged. Inspired by the high-neck of her mother's gown, she had a good neighbor create a one-of-a-kind vintage-inspired piece.
{touch of grey photography}
My favorite transformation has to be the alterations Reese made to her mother's wedding dress. Just stunning!
Before
After
See more photos on Reese's blog.
~Emilia Jane
-- posted by Noa & Emilia
posted on Monday 12/21/2009