THE STATELY BRIDE.
Weddings are becoming more dignified and picturesque every day. Musical comedy effects "are out of favour. We grew a little tired of the bnde ciad in vfhat appeared to be a sleeveless, kneelength dance frock of tulle or georgette, and who was "driven" to the altar by a flock of cherubs holding her in with silver-ribbon' reins. Perhaps it is because the cherubs had a very earthly tendency to let the procession down at times, but the fact remains that "stunts" are out of favour. All that the smaller members of the bridal retinue are now asked to do is clutch' a flower or a corner of the bride's train. Qoloured effects, too, are less popular and the all-white bride is back , again. Slje has long Bieeves and a longer skirt and a veil that really does what it? is aneaiat to do—conceal her face .until after; ;the ceremony, For a long time orange blossom seemed to have dropped' out of fa war, but the brides ol the "little" gsam huvo rmved &
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19254, 17 February 1926, Page 7
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175THE STATELY BRIDE. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19254, 17 February 1926, Page 7
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