Arlene D'Monte , Custom Made

Make an unforgettable statement on your special day in this breathtaking, striking gown by designer Arlene D'Monte. Vintage romance with high-fashion drama, this strapless ivory gown features a heavily embellished bodice and a magnificent, multi-tiered waterfall skirt. It is an absolute work of art, perfect for the bride seeking a unique, headline-making silhouette. The dress is one-of-a-kind bespoke creation by ABIA award-winning Australian couture designer Arlene D'Monte.

Design Details

Bodice: Structured strapless sweetheart neckline heavily encrusted with intricate french floral lace appliqués, shimmering seed beads, and sequins. A centralised, glittering crystal and swarovski rhinestone motif acts as a built-in statement jewel at the bust.

Back Closure: Elegant corset-style lace-up back with delicate fabric ties, ensuring a perfectly customisable and supportive fit.

Skirt & Train: An avant-garde A-line silhouette composed of staggered, horizontal tiers. Structured, pleated off-white silk/taffeta panels alternate dynamically with voluminous layers of finely pleated tulle, cascading into a dramatic waterfall train.

Condition Report - Please read as dress has some minor flaws

Overall Condition: Excellent pre-owned structural condition. The exterior silk panels, heavily beaded bodice, and crystal detailing are pristine and intact.

Minor Flaws: There are 4 small tears located in the very base layer of the tulle at the back of the train. Because they are situated on the bottom foundation layer underneath the heavy cascading tiers, they are completely hidden from view when worn and do not affect the dress’s outward appearance or dramatic volume. If this does bother you, a seamstress can fix this with invisible darning. Three are tears and can be easily sewn with the invsible darn. One is a hole at the base - see pic. This can be fixed with a patch by a seamstress. Again they are small - all no larger than 1-2cm and can be fixed or left alone. Price reflects this. There is minor, very faint shadowing/staining along the edge of the armpits. This is barely noticeable when the gown is worn, but it has been factored into the heavily discounted pricing. It is very very faint and only on the rim. (A specialized bridal dry clean may lighten this further) or a touch and dab of napisan.

Size: Size 10.

Fit Flexibility: The corset lace-up back allows for adjustable sizing across the bust and waist (can easily accommodate a size up or down depending on how tightly it is laced). The corset does go low and and allows room on the waist too. You can add a layer at back if corset is open slightly or wear bare.
So overall a fabulous dress with some minor issues but has been priced accordingly. Its not new, worn once but still absolutely stunning. Dress was well over $7k

Feel free to ask any questions. More than happy to help.