Category Archives: Lingerie

Bridal corsets and alternative wedding dresses – Part 2

I can’t believe that Christmas is only 10 sleeps away.  And because I’ve had so much fun writing this months posts, I still have to buy pressies for Hubby, Mum-In-Law and get some more for Boo Bear.  The Queen of Christmas-organisation, who is normally so so organised for Christmas that by this time my home made mince pies are filling the house with that wonderful, sweet smell of Christmas and my Christmas Cake is tenderly teasing me to eat it as it sits lovingly on it’s stand, is totally disorganised this year {pout}.

Instead, this December I’ve met some amazing world-class wedding photographers, seen some moody Alice In Wonderland invitations, been inspired by Antique Gold and Silver and a stunning Winter Wonderland Mood Board.  I’ve discovered colour Documentary Photography and of course, {my favourite for December} I’ve posted some out-of-this-world, drop-dead gorgeous corsets and Bridal dresses.  And today I give you Part 2 – more drop-dead gorgeous corsets and bridal dresses from the irrepressible Gallery Serpentine.

The Royal Wedding on display at Buckingham Palace

I am not a royal follower and I have to admit I was one of those people who was fed up with all the hype over The Royal Wedding well before the big day.  But I did sneek a peek on the day at the televised footage and much to my biggest surprise wept at the site of Prince William’s hand gently comforting his Brides hand shortly after sitting down in the Bridal Car together.  It was a surprising, momentus moment for me and even Pickles ran up to the TV, as close as she could, and with her delicate little finger pointed to the wedding couple and said “Mummy a Princess!”.

It is, not matter how much you love it or hate it, the most wonderfully celebrated wedding of all time.

When I heard that the Royal Wedding display was now open at Buckingham Palace (I will be going!!) I had to let you all know!  This is a must see because of the incredible creative talent that went into this wedding!  Dress makers, shoe makers, jewellery designers, cake makers – all incredibly talented people creating exquisite detail!

And here is what they made:

Simply stunning detail in both the shoes and the dress.  The shoes were hand-stitched by designer Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen and were made to fit Kate’s feet exquisitely.  For those who are curious – her peeps are a size five and a half.

The dress all ready to go on show – the symmetry between the veil and the dress is impeccable! I am gushing at these pics I have to admit – something I truly didn’t expect.

Look at the detail in the veil, it is simply visionary, true fairytale detail:  58 gazar buttons run from the collar to the waist on the gown.  Kate Middleton’s veil is made of soft ivory silk tulle and also stitched with flowers.  Hand cut flower lace appliqués were applied all the way around the edge of the veil to match the lace on her dress.

Adorned with jewels this 1936 Cartier tiara was loaned to Kate by the Queen and contains 1,000 glittering diamonds.  Yes please!  Hands up those who’d like to borrow this one! (My hand is so high in the sky right now ).

A beautiful view!

The cake made by Fiona Cairns and her team took 5 weeks to make.  It has 8 layers and was centred on a spectacular mirror to enhance its enormity.  The top three layers of the cake are replicas and two of the layers will be saved for the couple’s first child’s Christening, as tradition! Awe! Again!

The team assemble the 8 layers.

Awe!  Romantic or what – the first cut!

And finally the silk version of her flowers – dainty, feminine and elegant.

I hope you enjoyed a peep into this fairytale wedding – I did.  I think I will stare at these photos over a cuppa now and enjoy the artistry that made this incredible wedding through it’s detail, just what we love here at Alice In Weddingland.

Zarn  ♥

20′s style Wedding lingerie by Rigby and Peller

It’s saturday morning (yahoo) and I have only had 5 hours sleep (boo) thanks to a million little thoughts creating havoc in my head all night.  And, because I feel down-right-daggy at the moment I thought I would give myself a much needed injection of femininity, sensuality and (take a breath) lets get to the point – I need help feeling like a woman this morning and not some cave woman who’s just been dragged in from the cold.

Rigby and Peller Lingerie

So what makes me truly feel feminine, sexy and bootilicious? Lingerie!!!!! And while I’m at home, Rigby and Pellers stunning S/S Collection (in stores right now girlies) makes me gasp with delight at all the fabulous knickers and bras I want to buy – I am woman hear me roar!

Oyster creams, light teals and tiffany blues all reflect the retro 20′s feel of this collection. And while your not going to wear them under your skinny jeans (although if you have small, curvaceously delightful cheeks, I dare you to try – and if you succeed please don’t tell me – I will be jealous till the end of the earth).

But, imagine these under your bridal gown.  These frills are so sexily Perfect!

Rigby and Peller will make you feel like royalty since they have held the Royal Warrant since 1960.  And if you want to feel like a celebrity too then follow in the footsteps of Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue and stick their lingerie close to your cheeks.

Rigby and Peller Lingerie

Rigby and Peller take pride in their bridal underwear fitting service which is available on both an appointment and walk-in basis in all their stores but if you want the full experience of feeling spectacular, then I would suggest you go to their flagship store in Londons Kings Road.

Their bridal range includes wedding lingerie, bridal corsets and of course the sexy garter!  I love their website, it is brilliant and gives so much information from sizing and fitting right through to styles and material selections.

Ahhh, now, time to make my fourth cuppa tea and keep browsing.

Zarn ♥