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Alta Moda Bridal Boutique, SLC
Hilary Anderson, Owner
Favorite Gown of the Season
Model Novias style 1428 ($3,950)
“I love this gown because it manages to provide a body-flattering and sleek fit while combining textured drama and couture techniques at their best.”
More of Hilary’s favorite gowns | |
 | 1. Melissa Sweet “Billie” ($4,300) “This strapless silk taffeta gown features ruched and ruffled taffeta appliqués. This gown was love at first sight for me—there’s no questioning its presence or style. I see this gown in a variety of settings, any of which showcase the bride. It could be in a graceful uptown wedding, or flutter along perfectly at a festive beach-side event.” |
 | 2. Private label “Eze” ($2,400) “For brides desiring more coverage, I love this gown for the unique way it covers the shoulders. Eze would fit in nicely at a chic and sweet reception—well suited for an event at a museum, or a refined garden party.” |
 | 3. Monique Lhuillier “Alexandra” ($6,350, bolero sold separately) |
The Brides’ Shop, SLC
Kathy Halford, Owner
Favorite Gown of the Season Pronovias Collection “Harlem” ($1,295)
“I love this gown because it’s equally flattering on a size 2 or a size 22 bride. The bodice’s gentle folds give way to a full skirt. We can take the folds up over the shoulders and the result is a modest gown for the bride who requests more coverage. This gown is for a modern bride who seeks originality.”
More of Kathy’s favorite gowns | ||
 | 1. Pronovias “Regaliz” ($1,595) “This Mussola silk gown features a pleated bodice enhanced with gemstone beading at the empire waist and on the straps. The extra panel flowing from the high waist wraps around the sides and the back, creating a billowing train. This lovely gown represents the ultimate expression of romantic elegance.” | |
 | 2. Pronovias “Racimo” ($2,170) “This traditional gown features a mini sleeve and a deep V-neckline. The fabric is guipure and tulle with lace overlays. A gemstones and crystal grosgrain ribbon enhances the empire waistline; similar beading is repeated at the neckline. The fitted skirt flows into a cathedral train. The gown is accented all over with tiny seed pearls and Swarovski crystals.” | |
 | 3. Pronovias “Rever” ($1,995) “This dupioni silk gown features a fitted bodice and a dropped torso falling into a mermaid skirt. Opulent Swarovski crystals embellish the folds of the bodice, making this gown uniquely sophisticated. This particular gown reflects the latest trends in bridal fashion: style and glamour.” |
White Couture Designer Bridal & Tuxedo, Park City
Lillie Garrido, Owner
Favorite Gown of the Season
Jenny Yoo Alternative Bridal “Ainsley” gown ($825), shown with Jenny Yoo “Phoebe” bridesmaid dress ($279)
“Jenny Yoo’s Alternative Bridal line offers spectacular gowns for under $1,000. She has many styles and offers the collection in chiffon, silk shantung and duchess satin. For bridesmaids, she uses the same skirt and color to create dresses that best suit each girl based on her body type: strapless, with straps, with a halter or with sleeves.”
More of Lillie’s favorite gowns | ||
 | 1. Judd Waddell style 3080 ($3,300) “This duchess satin ballgown features a sweetheart neckline and contour ruched bodice. I like this dress because although it’s a ballgown, the look is modern and chic.” | |
 | 2. Jane Wang “Eva” ($2,640) “I love this gown because it is flattering, comfortable and has a great fit. It’s not too flashy. It has beautiful Alençon lace with ruching at the bust and, to top it off, a sweetheart neckline. The skirt is made of a silk organza. This gown has it all—and it’s priced wonderfully, too.” | |
 | 3. Ramona Keveza Legends style L807 ($2,985) “This silk shantung ballgown has a high neck and spaghetti string straps to the low back. A detailed bow belt is included. I like this dress because it is a modern version of a timeless dress—something that Audrey Hepburn would have selected. Classic American! A perfect dress for any bride.” |
Avenia Bridal, Provo
Nancy Barrus, Artistic Director, Lisa Powelson, Managing Director representing Avenía LLC
Favorite Gown of the Season Junko Yoshioka “Matisse” ($5,720)
“We immediately appreciated Matisse’s exquisite detail and unique design work, made of silk and cotton with a modified mermaid skirt, gathered scoop bodice and hand-sewn ribbon embroidery throughout. It’s a sophisticated gown that stands apart—a magnificent creation in fit, fabric, detail and look. This gown speaks to refined elegance. For brides, Matisse is the gown that fulfills those childhood dreams.”
More of Nancy and Lisa’s favorite gowns | ||
 | 1. Badgley Mischka “Mallory” ($3,949) “This gown captures the essence of Old Hollywood glamour, featuring a silk satin bodice and tulle ballgown with jewel- encrusted detail on the back of the skirt. The skirt is removable to reveal a fitted, body-contouring party dress for the bride who loves the idea of variety on her wedding day. It can also be made with shoulders.” | |
 | 2. Rivini “Dove” ($5,390) “This classically elegant gown is designed for a figure-flattering fit. Made of silk, the modified mermaid skirt is detailed in pleated gores and features French lace details draped with silk organza on the midriff. It can also be made strapless.” | |
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3. Priscilla of Boston Vineyard Collection “Maeve” ($2,650) |
