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Ines di Santo has shined her bright light in the bridal design space once again with her Fall 2023 Collection “Illuminated Soirée”. Inspired by the grandiose and graciously elegant Murano Chandeliers–a popular light fixture that has been widely considered as a masterpiece of venetian art–, this collection boasts great variety for every possible bridal style while remaining rooted in a sense of glamour and wondrous design concepts.
Citing that each design was made “meticulously calculated and executed”, Ines’ Fall 2023 collection is a beacon of inspiration for all brides looking to make a bold statement with their bridal look and a dress that will “up the ante” for the wedding a lá Carrie Bradshaw style.
Check out some of the standout designs from the presentation below.
ASTRA
Astra is a sweetheart neckline, sheath dress featuring tattooed lace, off-the-shoulder sleeves and that same lace scattered stunningly throughout the dress. With a train and corseted bodice that perfectly cinches in the waist, this gown is a perfect choice for the bride who is looking for a modern design with classic bridal elements.
Neckline: Sweetheart
Silhouette: Column
Fabric: Lace
Style Type: Modern
What We Love:
- Tattoo Lace Sleeves
- Delicate lace fabric overlay
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PORTIA
A bright, multi-color floral number, this one shoulder dress features rippled seams adding dimension to its simplistic dress formation. The floral patterning on the dress is lively and simply stunning to take in; a great pick for brides who don’t mind making a floral splash for their bridal fashions or a bride looking for a floral-forward gown for their bridal party participants.
Neckline: One-Shoulder
Silhouette: Column
Fabric: Polyamide
Style Type: Modern
What We Love:
- Vibrant floral print
- Rufflled seam detailing
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CRESCENT
This classic dress is stunningly simple and gorgeously classic. Its satin makes it a glorious diversion from modern dresses of today that roots it in classic fashions of yesteryear while its back features a strappy, nearly backless back that’s both dainty and sexy. The design comes in numerous forms to appeal to every bride’s fashion needs. One iteration of the design includes a layered top that adds some covering to the sexy design with capped short sleeves, a keyhole top and mock neck. The floral printed train adds a layer of dimension and fun to the simplistic dress.
Neckline: Sweetheart
Silhouette: Mermaid
Fabric: Satin
Style Type: Classic
What We Love:
- Modest top add-on
- Floral train
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APOLLO:
This modern dress is perfect for brides of today looking to make a subtle splash for their wedding day. With its complex neckline that boasts a one-shoulder, off the shoulder sleeve and one-shoulder neckline on the other, the boning-designed dress is a sublime choice. With its short train and demure aesthetic, it is sure to be the timeless choice for brides looking to say “yes” to the bridal gown of their dreams.
Neckline: Straight-Across
Silhouette: Mermaid
Fabric: Polyamide
Style Type: Modern
What We Love:
- Off-Shoulder Neckline
- Soft mermaid silhouette
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PHOENIX
Featuring a cape back that flows itself to serve as the design’s sheer, elegant train, the star of this gown is its sparkling crystal embellishments; each adding a touch of glamour to the luxurious design. The front has a deep, scoop neckline and wrap-around skirt that flares either side into a high leg slit adding sex appeal and some dimension to the rather decadent design. This dress is a sight to behold for the bold and ultra-luxe seeking bride.
Neckline: Scoop
Silhouette: Column
Fabric: Tulle
Style Type: Modern
What We Love:
- High leg slit
- Ornately embellished cape
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BLAZE
Blaze proves to be the most classic of all the designs from this Fall 2023 presentation but its classic approach is what makes it a standout. With its plunging, deep-V neckline and darted bodice helping aid in the sublime shaping of the design to its wearers body, this gown is simply stunning; a timeless choice for brides looking to stick to the classics for a bridal fashion moment that will last the test of time.
Neckline: Deep-V
Silhouette: Trumpet
Fabric: Satin
Style Type: Classic
What We Love:
- Darted bodice
- Classic satin fabric
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ZENITH
A traditional silhouette with its princess shape thanks to its overskirt, this bridal gown is both traditional and modern in its unique design concept. The front, which showcases a deep, plunging neckline ornate with crystal embellishments throughout the skirt and flesh tone sleeves is a stunning juxtaposition to the rather classic silhouette the design also features a deep, plunging back for continued sexiness.
Neckline: Deep-V
Silhouette: A-Line
Fabric: Tulle
Style Type: Princess
What We Love:
- Embellished sleeves
- Deep-V neckline and back
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SOL
Sol takes a classically formulated silhouette and pairs it with a modernally intended design concept to breathe fresh life into this bridal gown. A bashfully blush tone reminiscent to that of the infamous Steel Magnolias line, this dress that boldly owns a demure sweetheart neckline for its ornately bedazzled bodice that spills into one of the most extravagant skirts one will ever lay eyes on; one that features a stunningly ruffled, rose petal-like layered design. This dress is only for the Statement-Driven brides but will be easy to pull off for those ready to make the splash.
Neckline: Sweetheart
Silhouette: Ballgown
Fabric: Organza
Style Type: Princess
What We Love:
- Pink hue
- Ruffled, floral skirt
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Written by Fashion Writer, Kennedi LéShea.
