The Dress

The 'FLORENCE’ Gown is for the Bride who wants to make a statement on her wedding day. Bold & sophisticated sculptural sleeves in voluminous Mikado which lend drama to a deep neckline. The look is complimented by a wrap style skirt featuring inverted pleats to create dramatic volume & features hidden pockets at side seams. A delicate dot trim adorns the neck-line and adds the perfect finishing touch to this gown. Florence is also available in a sleeveless version which features the same delicate dot trim around the armhole as the neckline.

THE DETAILS

Designed & handmade in Sydney, Australia.

Boning internally through the waistline for added structure and support.

Available in Natural, which is a very light Ivory.

Invisible zipper and hook & eye closure in back.

Crinoline in hem.

SIZE & FIT

Fitted bodice & ball gown wrap skirt.

Fabric has no stretch.

See measurements and alterations for further details.

CONDITION

Dress itself is absolutely flawless. Was worn only for dry ceremony (no alcohol) and first dance, then removed in favour of a reception mini dress. Will need dry cleaning prior to wear as the hem is a little dusty (message for photos). No holes, tears, stains or nicks. Zip and hook & eye closure fully functional. Lining has a couple of marks from fake tan, all superficial. Bodice is absolutely spotless except for slight tan marks on inside of sleeves. All marks will be easy for any reputable dry cleaner to remove (happy to provide suggestions on Melbourne-based cleaners suggested by The Bridal Atelier), leaving you with a perfect, as-new dress, but at half the price! Also includes free "bridal buddy", brand new in packaging (thought of it too late and didn't arrive until after the wedding), to make bathroom visits a breeze!

Alterations

Dress was taken in because I am between sizes (I have a size 10 waist but a size 12 bust); it was also shortened slightly in the bodice and the hem. Made to suit measurements listed under "measurements". Garment measurements (laying flat) below. Loop added under hem so that the train can be secured to your wrist for ease of movement. Essentially, the dress is a size 10 in every respect but the bust. For reference, I wear a 12D.

Waist: 35cm
Underarm to underarm: 49cm
Length from waist to hem (of front, so not including train): 152cm
Shoulder (top of shoulder) to waist: 40.5cm
Arm hole: 14cm
My height without shoes: 166 cm
My height while wearing the shoes this dress was altered to suit: 180 cm