Forget flouncy fashions of bygone days - today's fairytale gowns are the stuff of your wildest dreamscapes.
The ultimate in romance, fairytale is constantly being reimagined with every season and new collection, becoming increasingly more high fashion in the process. Think light-as-air layered skirts combined with bodices featuring deep V plunge necklines, exposed boning, and exaggerated sweetheart corsetry for an oh-so seductive take on the traditional look.
From A-lines and fit and flare styles to voluminous ballgowns, fairytale tends to linger on full skirted, but can be achieved in equally as breath-taking style with more fitted mermaid silhouettes that smack of Hollywood hourglass glamour, which you can combine with a detachable tulle overskirt or train for an added sense of diaphanous drama.
Opt for a regal take on the trend with long sleeves, lashings of lace and satin, or choose something more boho with floral accents such as appliques, embroidery and 3D florals. Whether you wish to indulge your whimsies with illusion panels, dotted tulle skirts and pretty details, or channel a more timeless look courtesy of an exquisitely cut gown with a single adornment such as an oversized bow or off-the-shoulder straps - modern fairytale is all about turning heads in an ultra individualistic way.
Here's Wed's top picks of the latest fairytale wedding gowns and where to find them in Cornwall & Devon...
Rebecca Ingram
Wtoo Brides
Justin Alexander
Sincerity
Freda Bennet
Jesus Peiro (also available at St Ives Bridal Boutique)
Hera Couture
Stephanie Allin
Rebecca Ingram
Angel B Curve
Millie May
Made With Love Bridal
Jesus Peiro (also available at Lovely Bridal)
Hayley Paige
Sophia Tolli
Sophia Tolli
Stephanie Allin
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