Caroline Parkes, Custom Made

Couture Caroline Parkes Wedding Dress – Hand-Made Silk with Sunray Pleats & Floral Overlay

Description:

This is an absolutely stunning Caroline Parkes couture wedding dress — a rare opportunity to own a gown by this renowned British designer, now retired. Commissioned in 2006, it has only been worn once, professionally dry-cleaned afterwards, and is in mint condition.

There are certainly women who don’t want to wear a skintight number or be swathed in layers of stiff satin. This dress is the perfect compromise — a floor-length sunray pleated silk skirt that drapes beautifully, is neither stiff nor clingy, and moves with effortless grace. Best of all, you won’t be forever ironing pleats back into place after the big day!

Design features:

Sunray pleated skirt – pleats start narrow at the waist and gradually widen towards the hem.

Pleated cummerbund waistband – deeper than a standard waistband, elegantly cinching the waist.

Silk bodice with die-cut floral overlay – intricate, hand-cut motifs layered over the silk for texture and depth.

Covered buttons down the back bodice – a timeless couture detail.

Mostly handmade – every element of the gown showcases skilled, delicate craftsmanship.

Measurements:

Waist to floor: 180 cm

Waist to shoulder: 39 cm

Waist: 72 cm

Bust: 80 cm

About the designer:

Caroline Parkes began designing wedding dresses 30 years ago while training with one of the last great British couturiers, Hardy Amies. She honed her eye for perfection, and has always insisted on the very best in every gown created by herself or her skilled team. Launching her business from her flat 20 years ago, her designs quickly appeared in Brides magazine and became highly sought-after. All her gowns are handmade by talented, experienced artisans — and with her now retired, her pieces are increasingly rare and collectible.

Condition: Mint – worn once, professionally cleaned, stored in a garment bag.
Location: South Africa – can ship internationally at buyer’s cost.