Modern Bride - The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion

Portrait
of aLady
Feminine lace,
defined waists and
Gothic accents
rule the runway with
gowns inspired by
England’s
Victorian era
Photographs by Kurt Iswarienko
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Period Piece
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Girly pleating and a ruffled hemline paired with
intricate black embroidery give this ivory strapless silk taffeta gown a
look of sheer opulence,
$7,580, by St. Pucchi.
Black chiffon baby-doll
cover-up, $72, by Betsey Johnson Intimates.
Ribbon (seen throughout) by Mokuba. Jet
earrings with pink tourmaline, yellow sapphires
and diamonds, $6,950,
by Cynthia Rose. 1970s
Yves Saint Laurent pendant on black velvet
choker, $850, from Yoox
.com. Suede gloves,
$250, by Carolina Amato.
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A Study in
Sophistication
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This ivory tulle and lace
sheath with cap sleeves
has a quiet elegance,
$875, by Cosmobella.
Stone drop earrings, $62,
by Juicy Couture. Locket
with opal on chain,
$6,000, from Samuel
Saidian & Sons at Man­
hattan Art & Antiques
Center, NYC. Fingerless
opera-length gloves,
$375, by Carolina Amato.
Cotton gloves, $65,
by Shaneen Huxham.
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Royal Highness
An ornately embellished empire waist commands attention on this black and white hand-beaded silk georgette
gown; the deep V neckline and vertical detailing enhance the illusion of length, $11,400, by Atelier Aimée. Embroidered earrings with onyx
cabochons and jet pearls, $225; matching necklace, $1,115, by Dori Csengeri. Leather opera-length gloves, $375, by Carolina Amato. Beauty
note: Have a matte makeup moment with Shu Uemura Glow On blush in Pink 30 and Rouge Unlimited Crème Matte lipstick in BG 940M.
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Bed of Roses
Combining like textures–crocheted
and floral lace; silk satin and
formal faille–lends an antique feel
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An ivory English net trumpet gown with Alençon
lace bodice and ruffled
collar, $5,900, by Christos,
and vintage accents make
a luxuriously ladylike
ensemble. Flower crown,
$965, by Ellen Christine.
Watch chain choker, $400;
cameo pendant, $1,500,
both from Doyle & Doyle.
Long chain with glasses,
$7,500, from Samuel
Saidian & Sons at Manhattan Art & Antiques
Center, NYC. Wrist-length
crocheted gloves, $75,
by Shaneen Huxham.
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Black Beauty
Opposite: Go against the grain with a lavish, lingerie-inspired look, like this black taffeta bustier and ruffled-trim skirt,
$4,500, by Jenny Lee, paired with lace over-the-knee boots, $2,190, by Sergio Rossi. Resin bangles, $130 each, by Jessica Cushman. Gucci evening bag, $425, from Treasures & Pleasures at Manhattan Art & Antiques Center, NYC. Suede gloves, $165, by Carolina Amato. This page: A black
tulle veil and ribbon add drama. Victorian tortoise drop earrings, $1,500, from Leah Gordon Antiques at Manhattan Art & Antiques Center, NYC.
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Imperial Lace
This diamond white and
black beaded lace gown
with detachable satin train
makes a powerful statement, $1,438, by Sophia
Tolli. A Battenburg lace
parasol, $75, from Great
lookz.com, plays off the
dress pattern. Embroidered
earrings with onyx cabochons and jet pearls, $440;
matching choker, $520;
matching four-strand necklace, $580, by Dori Csengeri. Crocheted gloves, $35,
by Carolina Amato. For
more info, see page 348.
A feminine flower design softens the
impact of bold black embroidery
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Hair by Cecilia Romero for
Profound Beauty at art
housemanagement.com.
Makeup by William Murphy
at de facto for MAC Pro.
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