Claudia Sulewski’s walk down the aisle in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown was one of those bridal moments that stays with you. For her California wedding to Finneas O’Connell, she wore an ivory silk faille gown with a fitted drop waist, pleated full skirt and trailing veil. Set against the gardens of San Ysidro Ranch, the look felt romantic and timeless, with a silhouette that gave the classic ballgown something a little more unexpected.
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The drop waist was the detail that really caught our attention. The elongated bodice creates strikingly defined proportions: a silhouette that has surged in popularity across modern bridal while leaving plenty of room for interpretation. Claudia made the shape feel distinctly her own with a dramatically pleated skirt and asymmetrical scarf extending into the train, showing just how much personality can be brought to the trend.
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Get the Look with Inés
For those seeking their own distinctive take on a strapless gown with a drop waist, Inés is our classic taffeta gown that captures that very same elegance.
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Combining a sculpted strapless bodice with a uniquely double-pointed reverse basque waistline, she gives the dropped waist the moment it deserves. A gathered full-circle skirt is accented with hip crinolines for dramatic volume, while practical pockets and an 80” train complete the look. Inés is a wedding gown that brings together the grand romance of a classic ballgown with a modern, sculptural structure.
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