Ian Stuart - The sky is NOT the limit

If you are searching for "the" perfect wedding dress but are realising that maybe perfect isn't quite good enough or you have reached the point at which you can't exactly put into words just what it is you are looking for then take a deep breath, put your Louboutin clad feet up, relax and pop the cork on that bottle of Cristal Champagne which you have been keeping for that special moment when you set eyes on "your" wedding dress, because your search is over!

Ladies, let me introduce you to the world of Ian Stuart Brides where you will find bridal gowns the likes of which you have never before experienced. 
 
Ian Stuart is arguably (and believe me Vintage Rose would definitely argue this point) THE world's leading designer of bridal gown couture.

If you needed any more assurance that you are in capable hands Ian Stuart is a Multi Award-winning designer. He cut his teeth at Bellville Sassoon, one of London’s finest couture houses who specialise in creating gowns for socialites and members of the Royal Family (we rest our case). He is passionate about the arts, theatre and music and is renowned for his interest in period costume to which he adds his own contemporary interpretation and thus brings to life gowns with stunning shapes and dramatic silhouettes for the modern bride.

Ian Stuart's previous collections have taken bridal gown design to a whole new level and have quite simply been out of this world. So, in his inimitable, award winning style, Ian Stuart has sought to excel himself and reach for the stars.

The result is a selection of interstellar, cosmically beautiful bridal gowns that is quite simply of astronomical proportions and has been suitably named the Supernova collection. 

The Collection Designed by Ian Stuart Ltd launched its new 2013 bridal collection in May. For those of you ladies who have not yet had the privilege to take a peak (what have you been wasting your time with???) you really have missed out, but, darlings, do not fret or worry as Vintage Rose is here to whet your appetite in preparation for a veritable feast of bridal gown sumptuousness! 

The new collection is aptly named and is definitely not an overused superlative because it suggests something extremely luminous which can briefly outshine an entire galaxy. In the galaxy of wedding gown designs each Ian Stuart dress in this new collection sees the birth of a new star whose brightness, elegance and majesty outshine any other as each dress is an explosion of creativity and innovation fused with historical influence in a way that only Ian Stuart can accomplish!

The collection showcases gowns that incorporate traditional bustiers accentuated with avalanches of cascading roses through to more daring and extravagant dresses to match any bride's individual personality. His fabric choice is gloriously exquisite combining traditional silks and taffetas with flowery brocades, fairy tale prints and silk organza trains.

Taking inspiration from period costume we are introduced to skirts both short and long and ruffles added to structured bodice pieces with over-the-top embellishments. We are also seduced by textures for which he uses new fabric treatments on his signature sophisticated draping. Added to this is fine hand-crafted detailing such as subtle crystal beads onto luxurious sheer fabrics.

The opulence and elegance of the gowns are presented to us through the use of a rich palette of understated and sweet, sugary pastels, café crèmes and traditional pearl tones that are delicate yet decadent.

Yes, this 2013 collection is beyond heavenly and if you have not yet found that wedding gown of your dreams then look no further because Mr Stuart will have it in one of his collections.

It is a rare thing in the fickle, fashion conscious world that a designer will create a plethora of designs where each piece is a part of him or herself, representing their loves, passions and interests. As Ian Stuart explains himself “my philosophy is to design with my heart - each creation epitomises the grace and beauty that every bride-to-be deserves to have on her wedding day”.

There is no doubt about it once you see these gowns for yourself it will be the beginning of a love affair with his work. If you are not convinced, then take it from me, you need to pop along to your selected local bridal boutique which has the privilege of stocking his gowns and try one on ! Or why not arrange an appointment via his website to attend a Designer Day whereby you can view a larger selection of the collection than is normally available in bridal boutiques.

I hereby offer a warning though!! Once you try one of his dresses on you will not want to take it off! It will become a part of you, a second skin, your best friend even! There is also a good chance that you will be so enamoured by it that you could possibly be more excited that your dress is with you on your wedding day than your groom! At the end of the day you will be saddened that you have to take it off and leave it behind as you sail away on your honeymoon, but you will think of it often and with great fondness, that, I guarantee.

On your wedding day you will be so glad you chose one of his dresses because when you appear for the first time in all your radiant glory to your family and guests and walk down the aisle it will take everybody’s breath away in a truly magical moment that is the inner desire of every bride on her special day.

Despite the fact that these are serious wedding gowns which are not to be messed with you will find yourself gliding down the aisle, standing effortlessly, sitting comfortably and mixing graciously with your guests as though you were wearing a dress that is made out of nothing heavier than a snowflake.

All of this I can say from experience and I have indulged myself (hope you don't mind) by including a photograph of me in my wedding dress. Oh, how I love that dress, thank you Ian Stuart !!

Here at Vintage Rose Ian Stuart has truly been an inspiration. Not just because he creates bridal gowns of stunning quality, individuality and uncompromising elegance and beauty but because he consistently pours his heart and soul into his creations.

His ethos is clear, he wants to make something that for the bride will be unforgettable, timeless and will not just complete her special day but be an integral part of it.
 
We at Vintage Rose echo that ethos in our work. We want to work with you to create a wedding design that you will treasure forever, that you will remember with fondness and which you know has been made with you in mind but with our heart and soul.

At Vintage Rose we promise that we will continue, just like Ian Stuart, to reach for the stars in our search for excellence because we know that for our brides-to-be the sky is NOT the limit.

Love VR, x

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