ivory bridal dresses Floral Lace Illusion Sleeve Plunging A-Line Wedding Dress finished with a lace Rain — Custom-Made Mermaid Off-shoulder

Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature

"This seems a clear example of coordinated diplomatic dressing to me, to reflect the US flag

Scattered lace floral and branch appliqu embroideries on the front panel of the skirt break its simplicity

Effortlessly elegant

Vintage 1940's Style Pink Floral Dress (Butterick 5209) Last week I wrote about the purple floral dress (called Retro Rosie) that I made using the Retro Butterick 5209 paper pattern

I think this dress is just darling, but its also lightweight, breathable, and effortless in this heat