MELBOURNE: Bridal and eventwear doyenne Mariana Hardwick has released a range of dresses that pays homage to La Belle Époque. The collection, dubbed New Age Heirloom, was inspired by the era that began in Europe during the late 19th century and was typified by cascades of lace and draping, a Mariana Hardwick spokesperson said.
"La Belle Époque was a wonderful time for fashion, a time when clothes showed off the female body with great elegance and style. Silhouettes of La Belle Époque focused on the female form giving the body shape through intricate corsetry techniques."
The collection - featuring a soft colour palette including pearl white, ivory and latte and highlights of dusty lemon and lavender - showcased Hardwick's signature decorative techniques while maintaining a sense of modern simplicity.
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