Unbeatable Prices Alvina Valenta 9551

This ivory-on-ivory ball gown features a sparkle liner beneath an Alençon lace bodice with a sweetheart neckline and a dotted tulle skirt with horsehair-edged cascades throughout. The ivory-on-ivory dotted tulle is subtle compared to the stock photos of the dress, especially outdoors.

The dress came with a jeweled applique ribbon belt at the natural waist. I wore this dress with an ivory satin ribbon belt with rose gold, rhinestone, and pearl beading, which I think complimented the ivory color better than the original belt.

Although this dress is a ball gown, the skirt falls much closer to the body than typical ball gowns. I'd say it is between an A-line and a ball gown. I preferred a poofier skirt, so I wore it with a hoop skirt underneath and the cascades fell beautifully. I'm 5'4 and wore flats since the hoop skirt poofed out the skirt more and raised the hemline. Without the hoop skirt, I would have needed 4" heels.

The dress was light and very comfortable for our September outdoor wedding. I have lots of pictures from our wedding day, so if you'd like more pictures or different angles, please let me know!