About the Dress

The Eclipse gown is from Vivienne Westwood’s last ever collection before she passed away. It is such a dream to wear. It’s stunning and bridal with a unique twist and was also incredibly comfortable. I only wore it for a few hours during my ceremony and reception before changing into a different dress for dancing / after party. It has been professionally dry cleaned by Jeeves in NYC who did a fantastic job.

The Eclipse offers an A-line silhouette with high leg slit and flowing train. A plunging sweetheart neckline is created with sweeping fabric twisted across the shoulders and tied with a ribbon to accentuate the bust, on a flattering longline corset. Made in a pearl white FSC-certified crepe satin, the gown features asymmetric draping on the hips, with a sensual deep scoop back.

The Eclipse can be worn on or off the shoulders - I chose to wear it off. The skirt slit can also be partially or fully closed - I went with open.

The crepe satin fabric option comprises 73% acetate and 27% viscose, both certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).

Alterations

The ribbon / bow was removed, the hem was taken in to fit my height (5’4’’ with 3.25 inch heels) and a professional bustle with hidden snap buttons was added for ease of movement!