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On the bottom, a layered organza and lace flange creates a unique mermaid shape, while at the top, the waist is cinched with a basket weave corset of silk gazaar (a crisp, stiff, heavier-than average silk).
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While we love a sweetheart neckline, we appreciate that this less traditional neckline is unexpected and interesting.
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In between, the strapless dress is accented by “floating corded leaf and em oidered circular lace” throughout, and a crystal and pearl cluster embellishment at the hip. From the back, the simplicity of the bodice versus against the layers and layers of prettiness on the bottom is both elegant and fun. Cue: Swoon.
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See it, and the rest of the Fall 2013 collection on the Vera Wang blog, Vera Unveiled, here.