As the world waits with feverish anticipation of Meghan Markleโs wedding dress, Australian brides now have brand new designs to try. Local couturier Steven Khalil has just launched his 2018/2019 bridal collection, and itโs as swoon-worthy as youโd expect.
Titled Romance Ultime, the new collection is defined by lashings of French lace, custom beading, layers of tulle and delicate embroidery.
โI wanted a return to the classic feminine bride,โ Khalil explains. โShe exudes elegance and wants to approach marriage and her wedding as a woman with a timeless, romantic aesthetic.โ
Hereโs a few that this writer is tempted to renew her vows for:
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Priced from $12,500, every dress can be ordered in-house and available within six months, with select pieces available from David Jones Bridal shortly. See the full collection here.
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