Retro Romance – Late 1950s/Early 60s True Vintage Wedding Gown

Think Grace Kelly with a side order of Gigi. Retro Romance is a true vintage beauty from the golden years of bridal elegance—where nipped-in waists and full skirts reigned supreme and every bride was expected to be effortlessly graceful (even in a corset).

This full-length princess ballgown has a silhouette to stop traffic—or at least make the organist fumble a chord. She's shown here with a netted hooped petticoat for maximum swoosh (not included, but highly recommended if you're channelling your inner Audrey Hepburn).

The real pièce de résistance? That Marie Antoinette-inspired central ruched chiffon panel, edged with delicate white trim and dotted with tiny drop pearls like little love tokens from the past. The rest of the dress is a cloud of lace, artfully arranged to mimic the look of an 18th-century gown —fashion history meets mid-century romance.

Long, fitted sleeves keep it classy (because not everyone wants to flash flesh), and there's a fabulous bubble hem to the front chiffon panel, its shape held by original boning. A dainty central bow adds the final cherry on top—because why wouldn’t you want a bow and pearl drops?

This gown is in pristine condition—an immaculate survivor from the era of jukeboxes, convertible Cadillacs and chiffon everything. It’s been gently cleaned and restored with great care, ready to start its next love story.

Bust 36"

Waist 32"

Length waist to hem 42"