J CREW BRIDAL

The perfect wedding dress is the icing on top of the three-tiered cake for every lass dreaming of her fairytale ending.

Yet, naturally, not every princess is alike. Some see themselves swathed in endless reams of decadent chiffon and tulle as they swan down the aisle, beautifully beribboned and scattered with pearls.

Others see themselves in pilaster-like perfection, a vision in a sheath of simple white silk as they welcome their chance at happily ever after.

Whatever the fantasy, J Crew Bridal bridges the gap between wedding dreams and reality, offering an incredible variety of stylish bridal gowns, which are both impeccable and affordable.

The J Crew Bridal Spring collection offers a dreamy array of bridalwear, from the quintessential Cinderella ballgown with bows aplenty, to sophisticated sheathes.

Using fabrics sourced from some of Europe’s most renowned mills, from Switzerland to France, each dress is beautifully tailored, with exquisite handmade elements adding a touch of love to the perfect dress.

Raw-edge chiffon rosettes and swiss-dot fabric abound in the new season collection, with frock upon frock of vestal elegance in hues of pure white.

Floor length princess gowns are cast alongside chic, tea-length party frocks embellished with embroidery, for a range that caters to the most exacting bride.

While it may be a crime to outshine the bride, no bride wants her ladies in waiting to feel frumpy on her big day. J Crew offers endless bridesmaid options in flattering silhouettes and a rainbow of hues; from sweet lilac to vampy blood red.

Far from boxy, debutante-style dresses in cheap poly-blends, the gowns employ delicate fabrics, including liquid jersey, silk taffeta and silk chiffon and are named with pretty names like Heidi, Lacey and Cotton Cady.

J Crew also cater to the groom and groomsmen, of course, with a huge variety of dapper two- and three-piece suits, as well as every other stylish accouterment that he might conceivably need on the big day: sunglasses to hide a stray teary moment, a watch so he’s on time to see his future wife appear in a vision of snowy grace, and a shoe horn so he doesn’t damage his brand new leather brogues in his hurry to get to the ceremony.

Once the wedding is over, and the reception guests have exhausted the wine and canapés, the happy couple can slip away to their honeymoon, with the perfect honeymoon wardrobe also sourced from J Crew online.