Stitched With History: Vintage Bridal Gowns

Fashion & Jewellery

There’s something utterly romantic about wearing a wedding gown that has been there and done that before! If you’re a lover of vintage, today we’ve been scouring this fine country for our pick of utterly divine vintage bridal gowns.

Archive 12, Conway Mill, Belfast

Owned by the very lovely Claire Leese, Archive 12 is a collection of original vintage wedding dresses. Each dress has been sourced by former fashion stylist, Claire and chosen because of its beauty and delicately repaired to the highest standard. Each dress is one of a kind, with the covetable collection spanning the decades from turn of the century dreamy boho lace up to the flowing gowns of the 1970s. If you can’t manage a visit to the studio, Archive 12 have an online shop – perfect!

original vintage dresses from Archive 12, Belfast

1960’s tiered lace dress

original vintage dresses from Archive 12, Belfast

1970’s dress with feature front detail

original vintage dresses from Archive 12, Belfast

Edwardian lace dress

 

Dirty Fabulous, Wicklow Street, Dublin

Dirty Fabulous was created by sisters, Caroline Quinn and Kathy Sherry who dreamt of showcasing stunning vintage creations within a beautiful boutique whilst focusing on personal attention to customers. After travelling the world in search of the finest vintage purveyors, Dirty Fabulous opened it’s doors in 2008 to resounding success. Wedding gowns from 1910 to the 1970s and beyond are stocked in this treasure trove.

Vintage wedding gowns from Dirty Fabulous, Dublin

Image by White Tea

 

Lilac Rose,George’s Quay, Limerick

Stocking some of the most beautiful wedding dresses in Ireland, Lilac Rose offers a selection of exquisite bridal couture from critically-acclaimed designers along with gorgeous hand-picked original vintage wedding dresses, vintage lace wedding dresses and a bespoke range of bridal veils, headpieces and bridal shoes by the renowned Rachel Simpson.

original vintage dresses from Lilac Rose, Limerick

original vintage dresses from Lilac Rose, Limerick

Will you be searching for a one off vintage wedding gown? Let us know with a comment below.