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As British bridal designer Phillipa Lepley notes, With brides of all ages, the mirror will tell us just how much detail and decoration or cleanness is required. For many older brides, that often means leaning into one particular style whether thats a beautifully cut minimalist gown, soft lace details, or a more structured silhouette that doesnt rely on excess embellishment

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