Sometimes, finding the perfect wedding dress seems impossible but this bride faces the opposite problem. Sylvia Martin, 93, is marrying her long-term friend Frank Raymond, 88, in July but she can't decide between her most favorite gowns. So, she asked the internet for help and we're here for her!
The story started when this great-grandmother from Canberra, Australia, went shopping for an ideal gown. She tried on a number of dresses but 4 of them were Sylvia's absolute favorites and she couldn't pick which one to choose. To help her, somebody took the discussion to Facebook where they posted a picture of Sylvia posing in all of the dresses and asked their followers which design should the classy lady choose.
The post also said that Frank has asked Sylvia to marry him many times. "Sylvia has always refused, thinking that to take a new surname would be disrespectful to her deceased husband," it said. "A year ago, Sylvia took ill and moved to Canberra to be near her family, and Frank thought all hope was lost. When Sylvia recovered, she found Frank, who was living in Adelaide, and convinced him to move to Canberra to be with her. Frank arrived a couple of months ago and again asked Sylvia to marry him. Sylvia had learned that you can keep your own surname when you marry, and so said yes."
While we can't attend this beautiful couple's wedding, we certainly can help the bride decide what to wear.
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Which dress should she pick: A, B, C, or D? Upvote the images below:
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Absolutely smashing! Femine, flattering, modern and a touch of drama. A warm and very festive red color! Skip the pearls and go for something delicate long, in gold or silver, or better yet: skip a necklace and wear earrings with a little dazzle instead. You're gorgeous!
This, in my opinion, is the best choice. Beautiful dress 🤗 You look amazing. Congratulations
This one is modern and sooo lovely at the same time. Red suits you well
this red is the best the others just donc work.
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This dress goes with you perfectly. It shows the sexy, elegant, and the great charm of yours. Have a great married life deary. Love from Bangladesh
This is the most unique of the options and she looks fabulous in it! This one FTW! ❤️
I love this one ! Subtle & dramatic, it's perfect ! Congrats hon !
This one is chic and the color is beautiful on you! Best wishes ❤
Agree that this is the most special, dramatic as a wedding dress should be. The others are nice enough but not so different from what you might wear to any event. Color is also the most flattering.
This is the one! Not a lot of little fussy bits, just a swoosh of glamour. Also, the solid color is best for setting off you, and whatever jewelry you choose, and not fighting for the attention.
Congratulations on the ongoing wedding! You are charming in all of them, but this one is the most sophisticated one! Much happiness and love!
Gr8 dress! Looks wonderful on her! Best of everything especially gr8 health to you both! Congratulations
This dress is beautiful and fashion forward, but you might get tired of lifting the whole dress when you want to use your right hand
I love A, but D is pretty too. But you choose the one that speaks to you the best. You're the bride and whichever dress makes you feel the most beautiful, is the dress you should go with. I know you're 93, but the floral print dress just makes me think "Dowdy". But again, you're the bride and if any one of these really makes you feel like the bride you are, then go with that one.
This is different as your wedding dress. Just add a Spanx or a girdle black heels small purse. Small gold earrings. You got this Sylvia. Congrats on your wedding.
Absolutely love this - it makes you look youthful with grace. Can you dance with it though? If not the choose A
I vote for this one for your wedding day....you look fab! Here's sending you happy happies from India...and I must say you're one hellova badass woman...am much inspired by you...stay as supercool as ever....Namaste....
This one is regal. Congrats on the nuptials & blessings to you both.
I love this dress, but it shows figure flaws, C is my choice. I like lace.
This one is the best color and style to show of your beauty! Definitely D!!!
You rock #D it is youthful/ elegant/ lovely and sophisticated! It just looks like ZYOU🌹♥️❤️🎶🌺💖🌷💐🌟
This one is just right for you congratulations hope you have a lovely day
I love the flow and drape of this one. It looks very elegant. Of course you look lovely in all of them, it's D for me! Congratulations to you both!
This lovely assymetrical dress is completely flattering - I'd go with a good pressing and smooth undergarments. Just beautiful.
I love you in both A and B, but I think you look most glamorous in the B dress. The colour is vibrant and it has a beautiful design:)
This looks sassy & sensual with a creative streak. Emphasizes your glow!
Great dress! Save it for the Captain's table on a cruise. Too dramatic for the wedding.
I love D, with the pearls. It has flare, yet a sense of class and elegance. I love that you would choose red. One hot lady!!
yup that's the one just skip the necklace and wear dazzle earring instead!
This is the one - absolutely beautiful! Simple yet stylish, and lovely!
I like this one, it doesn't age her and it's more classy and formal for the occasion.
I think I like this one best. maybe a bit more lining to drape better in the skirt.
Yes this is definitely the one, a beautiful dress for a beautiful woman.
This is the one -- stylish and as young as you are, Sylvia. Congratulations!
This one! It is very stylish, modern, sexy, and to me, expresses a uniqueness and a sense of non conformaty. The color looks fabulous on her!
They are all beautiful, for a beautiful lady. This is my favorite.
Oh dam made a mistake this is the coolest style this is the younger sharpest look
this dress is amazing! its different, its modern but classic, makes you look absolutely radiant! (and a little sassy!)
Best dress! Stylish and makes you look chic mature but not old. Best wishes! Please post your wedding photos.
As soon as I saw this pic I imagined this beautiful woman on an Opera stage, ready to perform! Really outstanding dress!
This is the perfect dress for her. She looks sophisticated and glamorous! Best wishes to the happy couple!
Go with this 1, it's different but not too much different, u can wear it on ur honeymoon also!
I love #2-D it's a very classy dress & she looks beautiful & youthful in it
This dress just caught my eye on you! Many blessings to you and your new husband!!
Oh my goodness! This one is STUNNING on you! This dress is amazing!!
#2D 2D is the one. Absolutely stunning - elegant, youthful, and sexy
This one is perfect! The simplicity and asymmetric make YOU look like the diamond, the dress doesn't take all place. Best wishes you both.
Be between a and be for me. I agree correct undergarments will make that dress so much prettier have a good time
Looks more of a party/evening event dress and is not very well fitting, also looks a dress for someone of a younger age band
Obviously, Frank will think she is the most beautiful girl in the world no matter what. But, in my opinion, this has a little extra pizzazz. Plus, I love the pearls. Congratulations.
I would choose A. Sylvia anyone you choose he will be very happy because he's not marrying you for the dress you're wearing, he's marrying you because he loves you and no matter which one you decided to go with you're going to be a beautiful bride. Congratulations on finding happiness with you a life time of happiness you and Frank.
Number 2 definetly good luck in your marriage and many happy years ahead of you
Sorry on one link it was the 2 r3d dress3s as A and B. So it's A and D that are trendy
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Love you in this dress. Such an elegant dress for such an elegant woman!
2nd choice: if you don't want to go traditional (lace), go for the drama!
I like this one best! But it depends on what style you're looking for Sylvia. This dress is more glamorous and a little bit sassy. It's more fashion forward and the brighter shade of red is so fun! Don't wear pearls with it. It needs sparkly jewelry! I also like dress A, but it's a much more simple, elegant design. The darker shade of red and simple silhouette states elegance and class. So how do you want to feel on your wedding day? Glamorous and exciting (maybe even a little sassy), or elegant and classy?
Lady in red, you are beautiful! And this dress and that kind of red is perfect for you!
My 75 year old Mother says to go with this one as well! She said " oh Yes that one! D is so much classier than the others! So you have one extra unofficial vote. God Bless!
Beaut colour on you, the colour of love. May I wish you every happiness XXXX
I think it would have to be this one. You're showing your beauty, at the same time, there are some things meant to be kept private...hence the cover
So beautiful ... this is undoubtedly my vote. I wish her the best day :)
You look elegant and radiant. What a classy dress for such a beautiful occasion. Be happy and God bless.
I don't know, this one is different from the others. It just has this beautiful. graceful feel. It seems fitting for a 93 year old queen.
Beautiful, but the dress might ride up when you hug your guests ! we don't want any wardrobe malfunctions, now do we ?
With no hesitation, but not at all,....!!!! First this red is perfect,..the others are really,... dull. It's a big difference. The look is elegant, feminine; a lot of style it's the most chic, atcually, modern but not to much, and finally, lot more sexy on you than the others,... but no vulgar at all, of course, - cut the handles between the elbow and the wrist. I do agree that'd be better with a gold necklace ( a vit less longer), it shines better on the red,.. white calls any kind of,..flag, you know, and nice gold earings... with a touch of modern like a geomatric form. Just beautiful; actually this one is perfect! The three others are just a mistake.
I like this one the best of the 4 actually. It was a toss up from A and D and D won out.
Yep! This one is a statement! Have a hairdresser straighten your hair and pull it back with height on the top and little red roses in back!
It's cold in Canberra in July. I'd opt for this one, B. Very stylish and different from the rest :)
Beautiful makes you look way younger and it's the perfect red and I love the way it looks on her
I am 64 and got married last month! I wore hot pink lace...you look FABULOUS in this! Do it!
B and C too busy, A is eh - hem is distracting. Definitely D which highlights your face and not B or C's pattern; or the 1/2 and 1/2 style and severe neckline of A. I also agree with Sara Jane's advice for D's ultimate flowing, unbroken look.
Love this dress on you! If your going to wear the pearls with it, this neckline works better with them then choice "A" Which also looks pretty on you, but needs a shorter necklace.
I love this one! So different. You are a BEAUTIFUL bride! Best wishes to you both!
I like B !! It's modern and cool yet sophisticated!! Really nice on you!!
Skip the necklace. The dress doesn't need it. Instead wear really beautiful statement earrings. I hope I look as good as you do when I'm your age. Have a wonderful life.
This is THE most beautiful dress and really becomes this graceful lady 💍❣️❣️❣️
I love this dress, looks sophisticated , stylish, and comfortable. Looks wonderful on you.
This! Beautiful, elegant and perfect for such a special day! Congratulations!
My favorite!!! D is classy, stylish and gorgeous - just like the bride!!!
I like this best. It reminds me of the classy dressed movie stars of films I grew up watching. Elegant yet simple with a splash of daring💝
I think this is the best one as she looks really confident in this dress :)
My vote for D. Stylish! Pair it with a graduating set of pearls and ur done
This dress is very chic. Love the sleeves. The degree of sophistication and style the others don't quite have. It looks fabulous on you.
You look stunning in this one. The most important question though, is which one makes you feel the most beautiful? Yours is opinion that matters most.
Perfect ! Makes her look younger. The 3 others are more "granny style". (sorry, I don't know how to explain my point of view in english)
I was originally going to vote for this, but it's a bit impractical. I know I would knock half the dinner off the table with a sleeve like that.
I really like this one! It's such a beautiful shape dress. It looks amazing on you. Have a wonderful wedding
do not buy this one, the cut is silly and does not flatter your figure
Again a pretty color on you but I would be driven crazy with one sleeve hanging down. I think I'd be fussing with it all the time.
This is the most stylish but B is the most flattering to your shape. Not that it matters, as your future husband will love you regardless.
B
Wear this on your honeymoon instead! Really nice dinner and holiday dress.
A! B are rather busy, but C is pretty nice, also. It looks cute, but I'd be worried about the practicality of D
She can't go wrong with any of the choices. Everyone is going to be looking at her radiance and not the dress she wore. With that said, I vote for A!
A, definitely. Simple but elegant and flattering. The color and cut both suit her perfectly and make her seem so refined. Congratulations!
She is an inspiration!! And she looks awesome in all of them!! Congrats kiddo!!! Have a lovely Honeymoon!!!
Happy wedding and all happiness to the beautiful couple! <3 I hope she keeps us posted on her choice and shares photos! :D
D to be honest but Frank will love you no matter what you wear <3
I'm between C and D, but she looks fantastic in all of them... Why doesn't she start with one and then change every hour? :D
D- it's a great fashion statement, yet sleek and subtle at the same time!
A or B depending on her personality. Those other dresses look matronly and not that unique or special!
C. I believe the lacy adds finesse! Happy Wedding and many happy times ahead!!
You look pretty in all of them but I thought D looked very stylish on you wishing you as many happy years God has planned for you :)
A because it has great color for her complexion, great fit, stylish, and shows off her sassiness! B has good color. C and D simply don't show off her youthful and playful and sassy essence.
I'm torn between A & D; they both are "simple" yet timeless. The lacy one detracks from her beauty & the floral is just......no words to describe it. And the colors of A & D are good for her.
D, but they all look lovely on you. Good luck with your wedding. xxxxxx
I think she should choose A. B is also okay. C is too old looking , yeah, I know she's old , but she's sassy. And D is just too frumpy and makes her look heavy.
Congratulations and Blessings on your wedding for the 2 of you Amen
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A...In my opinion it is the most flattering on her...Congratulations!
1 A ... or 4 B Depends on your Personality ..... 1, A is a little more conservative .... 4.B has a more of out going personality ...
The straight skirt is more becoming And long sleeves are a must. Good luck
D Dahlin, the flyest of the bunch!! The rest are all old lady which you definitely are not!!!
Dress A looks the best on her and makes her look younger, too, in my opinion! Very Classy!
Click bait. She probably doesn't even know someone stole her dinner photos.
I'd go for "A", as it compliments her figure and legs best :) Best wishes also!
You look beautiful in all of them, but C is my favorite! Congratulations
I think C is BEAUTIFUL on you. A little lace is always lovely on a wedding dress.
A It's a very classy and sophisticated look for Sylvia! I'm excited for you!
My favorite is C. Looks really nice. But any of them look good on her. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
You look lovely. My favorite on you is "A". The style is perfect on you and the color is gorgeous.
No matter what dress you choose you will be stunning and in his eyes the most beautiful woman. A OR D are my personal favs. Best wishes
I'm sure that the lady is going to go through all these 450 posts, write down our preferences in four columns, and then finally decide accordingly... That exactly how a 95 years old lady take a decision about a dress
regardless of what this wonderful woman wears on her wedding day, i hope she has a brilliant day, and that we are lucky enough to see a few celebratory pictures after!
I like C. And good for her for marrying a younger guy. Remember: "You're only as old as the man you feel."
Well first off, I want to say this lady looks to have a personality that is 1 in a million! Congratulations!!! Second of all, if the wedding is in July it is going to be pretty warm out, so wearing something with less sleeves will be best. 😊 third, I absolutely love dress C! Very beautiful dress for such a radient looking women. Keep strutting your stuff! You have the best day of your life ma'am! I dont care what others may say, you deserve to be happy no matter your age! I am very very excited for you! Thank you soo much for sharing such a big part of your life with us! You are a very beautiful person! 😍
c, I think Sylvia will be stunning in this and I love lace. congratulations and I wish you both all the best
D Adds a very stylish youthful look, nontraditional like getting married at 93?
You will make a very lovely bride, It is your day, you will look amazing in any one of them, what ever dress you choose will be the right one.God Bless you & your new Groom, May you have many wonderful years together. <3 ^i^ ^i^ <3
A. But pick the one that makes you feel the prettiest. Remember it's your day. Have fun. Best of luck.
i used to do that. With ice cream choices at lunch in high school. Regret.
I like A for the wedding & B for the HoneyMoon . She looks great in either dress . Congratulations .
C. Do you have to wear Red. Why not another color? I hate to say this, but whatever dress it would look better if you got a better bra. Just saying.
D but you look lovely in all of them. I wish you a very happy time together💍🌻🍾
You look beautiful in all of them but I think A is the most flattering.
A A A is the one. The color is very flattering. BTW Congratulations young lady!
4B!! Me and my daughter both agree this one is lush- however she looks lovely in all of the dresses xx
A looks elegant and suits you best, hope you both will be very happy 🍷🍷🎉🎈🍻🎂🇬🇧
While B is a more modern look with patterned fabric, I think the C choice is more flattering and I like the look of lace in a wedding.
D. They are all lovely but this one is my favorite. Which ever one you end up with will look lovely. Much happiness to you,
Argh, the order of the pictures confused med. I meant that dress A and D are perfect and classy.
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C....but he will love you in anything you wear....you COUGAR you! lol
Congratulations! D- You look very stylish in this dress. C and B are too everyday for a wedding dress
Loved D on her. She looks younger in it and more modern and stylish...
#2 D, is just way cute on her. Makes her look like she can take on the world!
I vote for dress #A! Very classy style and, in my opinion, the one you look youngest in!!!!
D all the way. It fits het beautiful, is different Because of the sleeve and a really Nice color
Nice to hear stories like this. I think love is really powerful no matter how old you are. I think A is classy.
Congratulations!❤️ You look beautiful in all of them, but for your wedding day I vote for #2 D
Lovely Lady in Red! They all look great. I like C and D! Have a fabulous time and best of luck to you and yours!
I think you look very nice in "C". I also think that if you put a little colour in your hair, you would look wonderful. Blonde is great when you are a tean, but the rest of us need colour. Congratulations on your special day. I wish you a great time.
NO... D! Why the hell does it go ADCB? The bright red one!
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Have a vote for #1-A from me and a vote for #4-B from my husband.
Of them all, D is the most stylish. The others are frumpy. This woman still has style. Why not wear something memorable?
A. She looks stylish and elegant in the first two. All of the dresses are lovely in their own right but not all have the same impact on her. The last two - esp. the print make her look typical - a bit dated. I wish the happy couple the very best - I love the spirit. As long as you have life, LIVE!
At 93 you look amazing in all of them but my advice to you isn't to ask everyone else which one looks best ... it's to ask yourself which one makes you feel good, which one makes you feel like your in your sexy twenties again, which one makes you walk an inch taller just because you feel so damn good in it , which one feels most like you.. on your wedding day ... it's not about what everyone else thinks looks good... it's about what makes you feel radiant and that is what everyone will see on the day ... best wishes and congratulations 💖
A, definitely A B is nice but the asymmetric style makes her look big C is too old lady-ish D looks like a sofa slip cover
A! B are rather busy, but C is pretty nice, also. It looks cute, but I'd be worried about the practicality of D
She can't go wrong with any of the choices. Everyone is going to be looking at her radiance and not the dress she wore. With that said, I vote for A!
A, definitely. Simple but elegant and flattering. The color and cut both suit her perfectly and make her seem so refined. Congratulations!
She is an inspiration!! And she looks awesome in all of them!! Congrats kiddo!!! Have a lovely Honeymoon!!!
Happy wedding and all happiness to the beautiful couple! <3 I hope she keeps us posted on her choice and shares photos! :D
D to be honest but Frank will love you no matter what you wear <3
I'm between C and D, but she looks fantastic in all of them... Why doesn't she start with one and then change every hour? :D
D- it's a great fashion statement, yet sleek and subtle at the same time!
A or B depending on her personality. Those other dresses look matronly and not that unique or special!
C. I believe the lacy adds finesse! Happy Wedding and many happy times ahead!!
You look pretty in all of them but I thought D looked very stylish on you wishing you as many happy years God has planned for you :)
A because it has great color for her complexion, great fit, stylish, and shows off her sassiness! B has good color. C and D simply don't show off her youthful and playful and sassy essence.
I'm torn between A & D; they both are "simple" yet timeless. The lacy one detracks from her beauty & the floral is just......no words to describe it. And the colors of A & D are good for her.
D, but they all look lovely on you. Good luck with your wedding. xxxxxx
I think she should choose A. B is also okay. C is too old looking , yeah, I know she's old , but she's sassy. And D is just too frumpy and makes her look heavy.
Congratulations and Blessings on your wedding for the 2 of you Amen
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1 A ... or 4 B Depends on your Personality ..... 1, A is a little more conservative .... 4.B has a more of out going personality ...
The straight skirt is more becoming And long sleeves are a must. Good luck
D Dahlin, the flyest of the bunch!! The rest are all old lady which you definitely are not!!!
Dress A looks the best on her and makes her look younger, too, in my opinion! Very Classy!
Click bait. She probably doesn't even know someone stole her dinner photos.
I'd go for "A", as it compliments her figure and legs best :) Best wishes also!
You look beautiful in all of them, but C is my favorite! Congratulations
I think C is BEAUTIFUL on you. A little lace is always lovely on a wedding dress.
A It's a very classy and sophisticated look for Sylvia! I'm excited for you!
My favorite is C. Looks really nice. But any of them look good on her. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
You look lovely. My favorite on you is "A". The style is perfect on you and the color is gorgeous.
No matter what dress you choose you will be stunning and in his eyes the most beautiful woman. A OR D are my personal favs. Best wishes
I'm sure that the lady is going to go through all these 450 posts, write down our preferences in four columns, and then finally decide accordingly... That exactly how a 95 years old lady take a decision about a dress
regardless of what this wonderful woman wears on her wedding day, i hope she has a brilliant day, and that we are lucky enough to see a few celebratory pictures after!
I like C. And good for her for marrying a younger guy. Remember: "You're only as old as the man you feel."
Well first off, I want to say this lady looks to have a personality that is 1 in a million! Congratulations!!! Second of all, if the wedding is in July it is going to be pretty warm out, so wearing something with less sleeves will be best. 😊 third, I absolutely love dress C! Very beautiful dress for such a radient looking women. Keep strutting your stuff! You have the best day of your life ma'am! I dont care what others may say, you deserve to be happy no matter your age! I am very very excited for you! Thank you soo much for sharing such a big part of your life with us! You are a very beautiful person! 😍
c, I think Sylvia will be stunning in this and I love lace. congratulations and I wish you both all the best
D Adds a very stylish youthful look, nontraditional like getting married at 93?
You will make a very lovely bride, It is your day, you will look amazing in any one of them, what ever dress you choose will be the right one.God Bless you & your new Groom, May you have many wonderful years together. <3 ^i^ ^i^ <3
A. But pick the one that makes you feel the prettiest. Remember it's your day. Have fun. Best of luck.
i used to do that. With ice cream choices at lunch in high school. Regret.
I like A for the wedding & B for the HoneyMoon . She looks great in either dress . Congratulations .
C. Do you have to wear Red. Why not another color? I hate to say this, but whatever dress it would look better if you got a better bra. Just saying.
D but you look lovely in all of them. I wish you a very happy time together💍🌻🍾
You look beautiful in all of them but I think A is the most flattering.
A A A is the one. The color is very flattering. BTW Congratulations young lady!
4B!! Me and my daughter both agree this one is lush- however she looks lovely in all of the dresses xx
A looks elegant and suits you best, hope you both will be very happy 🍷🍷🎉🎈🍻🎂🇬🇧
While B is a more modern look with patterned fabric, I think the C choice is more flattering and I like the look of lace in a wedding.
D. They are all lovely but this one is my favorite. Which ever one you end up with will look lovely. Much happiness to you,
Argh, the order of the pictures confused med. I meant that dress A and D are perfect and classy.
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Congratulations! D- You look very stylish in this dress. C and B are too everyday for a wedding dress
Loved D on her. She looks younger in it and more modern and stylish...
#2 D, is just way cute on her. Makes her look like she can take on the world!
I vote for dress #A! Very classy style and, in my opinion, the one you look youngest in!!!!
D all the way. It fits het beautiful, is different Because of the sleeve and a really Nice color
Nice to hear stories like this. I think love is really powerful no matter how old you are. I think A is classy.
Congratulations!❤️ You look beautiful in all of them, but for your wedding day I vote for #2 D
Lovely Lady in Red! They all look great. I like C and D! Have a fabulous time and best of luck to you and yours!
I think you look very nice in "C". I also think that if you put a little colour in your hair, you would look wonderful. Blonde is great when you are a tean, but the rest of us need colour. Congratulations on your special day. I wish you a great time.
NO... D! Why the hell does it go ADCB? The bright red one!
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Of them all, D is the most stylish. The others are frumpy. This woman still has style. Why not wear something memorable?
A. She looks stylish and elegant in the first two. All of the dresses are lovely in their own right but not all have the same impact on her. The last two - esp. the print make her look typical - a bit dated. I wish the happy couple the very best - I love the spirit. As long as you have life, LIVE!
At 93 you look amazing in all of them but my advice to you isn't to ask everyone else which one looks best ... it's to ask yourself which one makes you feel good, which one makes you feel like your in your sexy twenties again, which one makes you walk an inch taller just because you feel so damn good in it , which one feels most like you.. on your wedding day ... it's not about what everyone else thinks looks good... it's about what makes you feel radiant and that is what everyone will see on the day ... best wishes and congratulations 💖
A, definitely A B is nice but the asymmetric style makes her look big C is too old lady-ish D looks like a sofa slip cover
