Vintage Elegance in Motion Wedding Gown with Train (c. 1940s)

$1,400.00

Step into timeless elegance with this breathtaking 1940s satin wedding gown. Crafted from luminous ivory satin, this gown radiates the understated glamour and romantic silhouette of wartime-era bridal fashion. The luxurious fabric cascades into a dramatic, sweeping train, while the tailored bodice, gathered waist, and long sleeves highlight the graceful beauty of 1940s design. A true heirloom piece, perfect for a vintage-inspired wedding or an exceptional collector’s display.

Side note: This was the model’s favorite wedding dress of the whole collection!

Features:

  • Authentic 1940s construction and detailing

  • Lustrous thick ivory satin with a dramatic full train

  • Elegant ruched bodice with flattering gathers

  • Long, fitted sleeves with a sculptural silhouette

  • Modest jewel neckline with delicate embellishments

  • Button closures down the back of the gown for a seamless fit

  • A romantic piece of fashion history

Garment Measurements:

  • Bust: 31 inches (note there is more room in the actual bust, the model measures 34 inches around the bustline)

  • Waist: 26 inches

  • Hips: Free

  • Sleeve length: 24 inches

  • Dress length, front: 57.5 inches

  • Dress length, back: 103.5 inches (a 46 inch train, nearly 4 ft long)

Notes:

  • Very excellent vintage condition, the gown has some wear in the mesh area, though not very noticeable.

  • This gown will arrive steamed.

A Short History of Post-War Wedding Gowns:

After World War II, wedding gowns with long, flowing trains made a striking comeback as part of a broader return to opulence and tradition. With fabric rationing lifted, designers embraced luxurious materials like satin, lace, and tulle, crafting gowns that celebrated femininity and grandeur. Influenced by royal weddings and Hollywood glamour, these postwar dresses often featured fitted bodices, full skirts, and cathedral-length trains, symbolizing hope, romance, and a new era of prosperity.

Step into timeless elegance with this breathtaking 1940s satin wedding gown. Crafted from luminous ivory satin, this gown radiates the understated glamour and romantic silhouette of wartime-era bridal fashion. The luxurious fabric cascades into a dramatic, sweeping train, while the tailored bodice, gathered waist, and long sleeves highlight the graceful beauty of 1940s design. A true heirloom piece, perfect for a vintage-inspired wedding or an exceptional collector’s display.

Side note: This was the model’s favorite wedding dress of the whole collection!

Features:

  • Authentic 1940s construction and detailing

  • Lustrous thick ivory satin with a dramatic full train

  • Elegant ruched bodice with flattering gathers

  • Long, fitted sleeves with a sculptural silhouette

  • Modest jewel neckline with delicate embellishments

  • Button closures down the back of the gown for a seamless fit

  • A romantic piece of fashion history

Garment Measurements:

  • Bust: 31 inches (note there is more room in the actual bust, the model measures 34 inches around the bustline)

  • Waist: 26 inches

  • Hips: Free

  • Sleeve length: 24 inches

  • Dress length, front: 57.5 inches

  • Dress length, back: 103.5 inches (a 46 inch train, nearly 4 ft long)

Notes:

  • Very excellent vintage condition, the gown has some wear in the mesh area, though not very noticeable.

  • This gown will arrive steamed.

A Short History of Post-War Wedding Gowns:

After World War II, wedding gowns with long, flowing trains made a striking comeback as part of a broader return to opulence and tradition. With fabric rationing lifted, designers embraced luxurious materials like satin, lace, and tulle, crafting gowns that celebrated femininity and grandeur. Influenced by royal weddings and Hollywood glamour, these postwar dresses often featured fitted bodices, full skirts, and cathedral-length trains, symbolizing hope, romance, and a new era of prosperity.