* This listing is for the Vera Wang Ethel dress and includes matching ivory sash/belt, ivory veil, and its original garment bag.
Sizing / my custom measurements for the dress:
Bust: 35.5 in.
Waist: 25 in.
Over Bust: 34 in.
Rib Cage: 29.5 in.
Hollow to Hem: 54.5 in.
High Hip: 31.5 in.
Low Hip: 34.5 in.
Hollow to Waist: 13.5 in.
Height: 5' 4.5"
I wore this dress for my outdoor ceremony and indoor reception (located in the same venue). It is completely clean, no noticeable rips, stains or blemishes what so ever. I have not had it professionally cleaned YET but will and can if the buyer requests it but wanted to wait in case a buyer prefers to have it cleaned themselves at their own preferred cleaner. The dress zips up the back with covered bottoms at the top. There is a REMOVABLE VERA WANG belt that was $500 that I wore with it and it simply ties in the back - the belt is STUNNING in person - i am so in love with this dress and belt. The dress fabric is silk mikado and completely stretchy so it's incredible to wear as it moves with you - we took professional dance lessons and did a full choreographed dance routine with no issues in this dress because the fabric is so incredible and moves so great.
The dress was purchased at the Vera Wang flagship store in downtown Chicago and only altered by the Vera Wang Specialist. The dress also comes with the ivory grosgrain Vera Wang belt which was completely is included. I'm selling the belt of $500, the dress of $5200+ tax and the veil of $500 as one complete package (including the Vera Wang Garment Bag in came in). I'm happy to provide more pics or answer more questions. I also have the Vera Wang card of authenticity with a specific number corresponding to this special dress and the paperwork and receipt from Vera Wang. The alterations were to the bottom of the dress (I wore flat shoes with the dress) and taken in at the waist. There are sewn in bra cups that can be easily removed and there is an amazing sewn in elastic band with different hook and eyes for various levels of fit to help hold up the dress properly.
A quote from Vera Wang on the design of the Ethel Wedding Gown: "I am captivated by fabric manipulation and how layers of folded fabric, arranged skillfully, can create depth and character in a dress. Ethel flirts more with couture than other dresses in the collection by showcasing a mastery of cutting and folding. Each swirling tissue organza flange of the skirt is hand-cut. The look: incredibly romantic despite the lack of beading, lace or petticoats. Additionally Ethel is made of a new fabric of stretch Mikado, allowing innovation in form". The dress has remained in the original Vera Wang Garment bag for the last few weeks since I wore it. I am willing to professionally clean it or you can do so at your local choice.