D.Y.G. Design Your Gown

Karen Willis Holmes delivers again. Her new Design Your Gown campaign offers bridal separate options that can be combined to create 91 different styles – with the option to be sewn together or worn as separates. See the entire D.Y.G. collection here and sign up for a Karen Willis Holmes Trunk Show at Masako Formals January 20-29, 2017.

 

 

 

 

Mermaid Forever – Masako Formals’ 7 favorite mermaid weding gowns

The mermaid gown is one of the most classic bridal silhouettes, and while trends may come and go, the mermaid gown is forever.

There’s no one way to do a mermaid, but here’s a rundown of our 7 favorite mermaid bridal gowns – one for each of the seas!

7. Classic ruched organza mermaid gown by  Lillian West

A glamorous gown with fun movement through the skirt, this Lillian West Fall 2016 gown is a blank canvas for the mermaid bride.

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6. “Chrysanthemum” by Casablanca Bridal

Chantilly lace with lace illusion back, this gown is a beautiful, delicate, light-weight contemporary take on the traditional lace mermaid wedding dress.

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5. “Begonia” by Sophia Tolli

Many consider bridal designer Sophia Tolli to be the queen of the mermaid gown, and Begonia is one of the dresses that earned her that title. With a lightly beaded lace bodice, a detachable rhinestone belt, and a scalloped lace hemline, this dress is perfection from top to bottom.

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4. Modern lace mermaid gown by Justin Alexander

A modern interpretation of classic lace like only Justin Alexander can, this gown shimmers subtly from a layer of opal sequence laid under the lace applique.

 

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3. “Avery” by Palazzo Bridal by Jane White

The minimalist mermaid gown with immaculate design and construction, this silk crepe wedding dress can by styled up or left simple to celebrate less is more. Available with or without front slit.

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2. “Tulip” by Karen Willis Holmes

While not a traditional mermaid silhouette with exaggerated flair at the thigh, we included this gown because it exudes the mermaid spirit – the beaded white sequence in the bodice  evokes fish scales, and the skirt flairs into a flowing chiffon. We love this modern interpretation of the mermaid gown!

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1.”Aprilia” by Sophia Tolli

With embellished lace, a gorgeous illusion back, and a multi-layered organza skirt, Aprilia has all the elements of glamorous mermaid wedding gown.

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Jenny Yoo Trademark Bridesmaids Dresses

Jenny Yoo is a world-renowned bridal designer, and her bridesmaids dresses are equally inspiring. Introducing Masako Formals favorite bridesmaids dress line based on quality, color selection, and convertibility for flattering options on any size or shape. See her entire bridesmaid collection here. (Great options for mother of the bride too!)

 

Low, lower, and lowest back wedding dresses

There’s no doubt about it – low back wedding dresses are hot right now, and there are a lot of ways to do it. Check out a sampling of Masako Formals low back wedding gown options.

Karen Willis Holmes, Australian designer makes wedding dresses fit for Hawaii

Karen Willis Holmes is a boutique wedding designer from Australia, with an appreciation for what the modern mermaid wants in a wedding dress. White beading and sequin details, and varied arrangements of simple shell dresses and lace overlays, make her dresses uniquely jaw-dropping. For more pics see our Brand New! page or visit Karen Willis Holmes online. KWH anya real bride