Retro wedding resources

A sampling of places to find vintage dresses and accessories as well as new dresses inspired by old designs.

January 12, 2011 at 8:56PM

VINTAGE DRESSES

Andrea's Vintage Bridal: The shop carries a wide selection of vintage gowns as well as accessories.

723 W. 26th St., Mpls., 612-716-8006, vintagebridal.biz.

Goodwill's bridal event: The annual sale features gowns from the 1960s to the present.

Preview benefit Feb. 18 and public sale Feb. 19, 553 N. Fairview Av., St. Paul; see www.goodwilleasterseals.org for details.

Via's Vintage: Find a limited collection of vintage gowns, primarily in small sizes, and a wide selection of bridal hats and accessories.

2408 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls., 612-374-3649.

VINTAGE-STYLE DRESSES

The Loft Bridal and Design: Shop from the retro-inspired collection by California-based designer Stephanie James.

20757 Holyoke Av., Lakeville, 952-469-5638, www.theloftbridal.com.

LOCAL DESIGNERS

Emma Berg: The fashion-forward designer creates nontraditional bridal dresses.

612-554-4931, www.emmaberg.com.

Joynoëlle: The custom bridal designer incorporates vintage materials, including fabrics and jewelry, in many designs.

Joynoëlle Boutique and Atelier, 312 W. 42nd St., Mpls., 612-209-7822.

HEADPIECES

Bethany Lorelle: Local designer Bethany (Lorelle) Moritz crafts vintage headpieces using old brooches and offers custom designs.

Renee Larson: The Minneapolis-based designer uses vintage beads and chains in her creations.

JEWELRY RETROSPECT DESIGNS:

MINNEAPOLIS-BASED KATHRYN IRVINE COMBINES VINTAGE AND NEW MATERIALS FOR HER BRIDAL COLLECTION AND ALSO OFFERS CUSTOM PIECES.

Available at Grace Bridal Boutique: 229 Water St., Excelsior, 952-474-3555, gracebridalboutique.com.

SARA GLASSMAN

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