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| All-around Beauty
The back of a bridal gown should be as stunning as the front. |
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It’s not enough to be lovely from head to toe. A bride must remember that for most of the wedding ceremony her back will be toward the guests. That means the back of her bridal gown must be as stunning as the front. Below, we show bridal gowns that take this concept to heart.
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| Custom-made rum pink peau de soie gown with halter neck, slim skirt with detachable train, satinstitch embroidery by Sheila Barajes of Embroidery World in Bermuda Dunes, hand beaded with beads and Swarovski crystals. Cuff bracelet and earrings in sterling silver, seed beads, and Swarovski crystal. Gown and jewelry by Rose Mary Jameson of La Quinta, 835-2416. Stuart Weitzman sparkly gold lamé sandals from Saks Fifth Avenue at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert. |
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| Duchesse satin gown in champagne with guipure lace and beading overlay by Venus featuring lace appliqués on the skirt and corset closure with two silk flowers in the back. Gold and rhinestone tiara. Both from Silvia Designs in Palm Springs. Swarovski crystal cluster earrings by Rose Mary Jameson of La Quinta, 835-2416. |
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| Custom-made Duchesse satin gown with off-the-shoulder bodice and frothy white organza skirt, featuring a cluster of vintage Swarovski crystals on the bow and draped across the back. Earrings made with vintage Swarovski crystals. Gown and jewelry by Rose Mary Jameson of La Quinta, 835-2416. Rose bouquet by Great Ideas Floral and Gourmet Gift Basket Co. in Palm Desert. |
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