yellow mother of the bride dress or Groom Dresses line silhouette with a floor AW.Bridal Mermaid Bateau Neckline Floor

This masterpiece is crafted from soft tulle, adorned with delicately embroidered crystal flowers in bloom, accented by pale sage green leaves that add a touch of nature's tranquility

SHOES Tod's loafers in a patent crocodile print

Earlier this month when my sister and I were touring historic homes in Charleston, we saw even more examples of this decorative tradition at work

It is classically 1930s with a slightly loose top half, fitted hips (Im wearing a girdle underneath to narrow mine slightly just as women did back then) and a fluted bottom, which is created by a large number of triangular godets inserted just above the knee