DANIELLE FRANKEL
The NYC designer is a fashion bride’s dream come true, and this season’s blend of romantic antiquity and contemporary flair proves equally delicate and striking. Subtle nods to the dramatic silhouettes that defined Dior’s New Look and Balenciaga’s sculptural mid-20th-century silhouettes give way to an old-world spirit. Cue: stunning, sumptuous fabrics—including crinkled velvet in pale champagne, a luxe ivory silk-wool blend, and weightless tulle overlays, many affixed with precious hand-appliquéd Chantilly and hand-corded lace—heightened with regal drapery, basque waists, and dainty volume. Alongside technical details—from internal boning and bustiers to soft cups and grosgrain waist belts—the results are exquisite, fairytale-like creations rendered with enduring craftsmanship and irresistible modernity.
