The Dress

This Amsale Tyler designer dress was the first wedding dress I tried on at the only store I went to. It has a classic, timeless silhouette that is flattering for many body types and has even been featured in several movies.

This ivory silk organza A-line dress features an elegant asymmetrical sweetheart neckline. The off-white sash at the natural waist has unfinished-edge organza flowers and ties into a sweet bow at the back. My favorite part is probably the bodice, which is accented with delicate ruching. The dress is very well-constructed, including inner and outer zippers, multiple layers of tulle underneath to create the A-line silhouette, and a finger-loop underneath the skirt to carry your train.

Both my ceremony and reception were indoor, so the dress is in very good condition. After the wedding, it was professionally drycleaned and preserved in a storage box in a non-smoking home.

The bodice was taken in from a size 8 to fit a size 2 or 4. My measurements - Bust: 32" Waist: 27" Hips: 36". It was hemmed slightly (probably about 2 inches) to fit my height (I am 5'6" and wore 2" heels), so the height with heels is probably between 5'7" and 5'8". Bust cups were added (no need for a bra). Numbered ties are sewn inside the skirt which can be matched together to form a loose bustle. The original sash was a stone color, but I changed it to be off-white instead (I felt that the more monochromatic look would appear more elongating). Although it was a sample dress, my tailor repaired any small tears in the delicate fabric.

Feel free to ask me for more details or pictures!