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Waistline : Can be varied, often secondary to the sculptural element of the dress

One of my personal favorite Etsy shops is WeAreReclamation which has gorgeous dresses that are perfect for elopements

It might look like a basic medium-brown in photos, but in person, it's pretty whitewashed

Pack this pink maxi gown from Tuckernuck, which has a thematic coral pattern embroidered on the skirt

But beyond the big business of providing the products and services for these grand affairs of the heart, some industry insiders have found a deeper meaning in the work they do that lingers long after the evenings last dance

We also love this candid snapshot of 1940s lady (right) rocking knife pleats in her plaid button-up dress