dresser chocolate brown Syracuse Dark Walnut Deep finish brings warmth and elegance into the space. Lodge and Loft Dark Oak

I was at the opening of Annabel Ridley's latest collection in Mayfair yesterday when a friend told me that her twin 15 year old daughters had been asked to be bridesmaids not just once but TWICE next year

Trusting Oscar de la Renta once again, her version was cut in black velvet with a sculpted sweetheart neckline and a slim silhouette that skimmed just above the floor

I ended up going with the now discontinued line of Vera Wang bridesmaid dresses, and while they worked out perfectly there were a couple of hiccups in terms of the ordering process

Step out in effortless style with the Alandra Maxi Dress in Brown

I probably should have gotten it hemmed, but it still worked for me

With intricate details, shimmering embellishments and timeless elegance, these gowns offer an elevated bridal look that feels both luxurious and personal