Monique Lhuillier Fall 2017 Bridal

For Fall 2017, a doe-eyed ingénue runs breathlessly to the altar; hair tousled and cheeks flushed with innocence and excitement. Youthful, fluid lines deconstruct gowns into sheer negligees that embellish the body. Delicate tulles fall in layers of white, crème and blush that whisper of the boudoir. Chantilly and re-embroidered laces décollage to enhance the heartbeat with extreme necklines and lingerie-inspired detail. Feathers float weightlessly around sleeves and skirts that cascade in tiers of beaded tulle, and elsewhere bloom with petals of hand-cut ruffles. Organza folds and drapes both light and voluminous are touched with lace, silk and beaded embroideries that add a pure romance to their forms. A color bouquet of coffee, petal, gold and fawn, is then tied sweetly with a ribbon belt that defines the waist on both structured bodices and lighter, looser gowns. The occasional daring slits reveal glimpses of crystal-jeweled ankles in shoes that lightly wrap the foot with a confection of shimmering fabric, leather and lace. Diamonds set in rose gold cast a warm glimmer on ears and hands - the final touch on a fairytale with the whimsical sense of a fleeting moment, caught in time.