sage green midi dress Petal and Pup Women's Tierney a long sleeve with an elasticised cuff Heavenly Energy Sage Textured Puff

Compared to the 1940s, these designs were more sculpted with an emphasis on the shoulders and waist

Tip for brides: If your bridesmaids are in different locations, choose a website that offers consistent colors across multiple dress styles

The back zip closure provides easy wear with smooth finish

You can also upcycle things around the housethink mason jars for candle holders or old Christmas cards as part of your dcor

Knowing my male friends were not wearing a suit to brunch, I opted not for a tailored look

Prices: From 120 AG Bridal, Stratford A designer wedding dress shop in London that should be on every nearlyweds radar, the conveniently located AG Bridal is a small but beautiful boutique lead by a brilliant and friendly team of stylists