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Pretty as a Princess

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A trove of fresh classics and vintage finds debut at the Governor Thomas Bennett House

Fifties-era handmade ballerina-length gown with pleated silk bodice, full tulle skirt, embroidery, and rhinestone and bugle bead details by Rudolf from Lori Wyatt Vintage. Stylist’s own vintage ivory sequin skullcap and faux moonstone clip-on earrings.
Multi-strand pearl necklace with mother-of-pearl flower pendant by Nakamol Design from Out of Hand. “Botanical Gardens” white strapless silk taffeta gown by Anne Bowen from Maddison Row.
Ivory taffeta knee-length, sleeveless, and collared A-line dress by White Couture from White. Vintage deco-style rhinestone brooch from Candy Shop Vintage. Antique 1930s sterling silver, enamel, and crystal earrings from Filigree by Heather Key Tiller. Platinum ring with a 20.82 ct. aquamarine and diamonds (.24 total ct.) from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Ivory satin pumps with rhinestone flower from Belle Couture Bridal.
White knee-length A-line dress with duchesse lace overlay, full skirt, and removable black organza sash with pale pink organza and feather corsage by Legends by Romona Keveza from Gown Boutique of Charleston. Ivory, silver, and black freshwater pearl necklace strands from Filigree by Heather Key Tiller. Heirloom 18K yellow gold ring with a 2.5 ct. sapphire and circular-cut diamonds (2.5 total ct.) from Croghan’s Jewel Box. White satin and rhinestone sandals by Special Occasions from Saugus Shoe from Jean’s Bridal. Crystal-dotted veil by Blush from Gown Boutique of Charleston.
White strapless tea-length tulle dress with lace underlay, sweetheart neckline, ruched bodice and lace belt with rhinestone buckle, and lace bolero, all by Ellie Quin Couture from Bella Vista. Three-strand freshwater pearl necklace with sterling silver clasp and five-strand freshwater pearl bracelet with rhinestone accents, both by Lella Foster from Gown Boutique. Antique silver cocktail ring with crystal cluster from Candy Shop Vintage.
Strapless ivory layered organza gown with deconstructed flower sash by Vera Wang from Maddison Row. Ivory satin ribbon choker with oversized rhinestones by Echo from Out of Hand. Mixed metal ring with malachite center stone and diamante accents by Bora from Out of Hand.
Box-pleated blusher veil with feather, rhinestone, and silver freshwater pearl accent by Lella Foster Designs from Belle Couture Bridal. Ivory floor-length satin gown with draped neckline, rhinestone straps at back, and sweep train by Ulla Maija from Gown Boutique of Charleston.
Vintage tea-length pink tulle dress with sweetheart neckline, ruched bodice, and rhinestone and sequin floral details by Kiviette from Lori Wyatt Vintage. Faux pearl and gold-toned necklace with leaf relief detail from Candy Shop Vintage. Mixed metal ring with malachite center stone and diamante accents by Bora, and shimmering fabric skullcap, both from Out of Hand.
Strapless tea-length taffeta dress with full, Swiss-dotted tulle skirt by Fancy from Maddison Row. Headband from Out of Hand. Eight-foot-long knotted strand of freshwater pearls from Filigree. Heirloom 18K yellow gold ring with a 2.5 ct. sapphire and circular-cut diamonds (2.5 total ct.) from Croghan’s Jewel Box. White satin sling-back heels by Coloriffics from Jean’s Bridal.
"Hailey” gold silk mermaid dress with V-neck, ruched bodice, bow accent and detachable crystal brooch by Modern Trousseau from Belle Couture Bridal. Gold satin ribbon from Out of Hand fashioned into a headband. Vintage gold rhinestone earrings and antique silver cocktail ring with crystal cluster, both from Candy Shop Vintage.
Gold and taupe ribbon rosette bouquet with pearls from Out of Hand.
One-shoulder pleated tulle gown with tulle flowers and black satin sash by Vera Wang from Maddison Row. Rhinestone, black onyx, and 14K gold cuff from Out of Hand. Heirloom 18K yellow gold ring with a 2.5 ct. sapphire and circular-cut diamonds (2.5 total ct.) from Croghan’s Jewel Box. Stylist’s own vintage faux pearl clip-on earrings.