Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day

uniquely hers

One-of-a-kind strapless striped taffeta silk gown by Constance McCardle with repurposed, embroidered, antique panel from an oriental wall hanging. Available at Elephant’s Trunk Ltd., Mount Kisco

➤ $6,000. Shoes by Michael Kors available at Neiman Marcus, White Plains ➤ $340.

Your wedding is also an occasion to celebrate her sense of style.

While the bride is the star of the show, moms (both the bride’s and groom’s) play major supporting roles. After all, this is her “big day” too! These gowns, selected from area retailers, will help her shine at her maximal wattage.

Photographs by Phillip Ennis

Fashion Stylist: Gillian Drowder

Models: Jennifer Pappas (blonde);

Cynthia Gould, Axis Models

Makeup: Carol Rozanski, Shine Salon and Spa, Ossining

Hairstylist: Doreen from Salon “O”, Greenwich, CT

jewelry by Ilene Joy, Bedford

Flowers by House of Flowers, Mamaroneck 

Shot on Location at C.V. Rich Mansion, Home of the Woman’s Club of White Plains

portrait of a woman

 Iris/navy iridescent taffeta ballgown with flattering          portrait collar and hand-beaded bodice. AvaIridescent gray/lavender taffeta creates an unusual color we can only name wisteria. Strapless gown with crystal-beaded bodice and matching wrap by Stephen Yearick. Available at Elephant’s Trunk Ltd., Mount Kisco ➤ $3,170.

ilable to order in any color. Exclusively for Mary Jane Denzer, White Plains ➤ $3,850. Handbag by Judith Leiber available at Neiman-Marcus, White Plains ➤ $1,895. Shoes by Rene Caovilla available at Mary Jane Denzer ➤ $810.

flower girls

A pair of blooming gowns for eternally youthful moms. (Left) A multi-colored netted appliqué over gray silk dupioni by Claire’s Collection of California. Available at A Woman’s Place, New City ➤ $3,650. (Right) Pink strapless chiffon gown with oversized flower detail by Melinda Eng. Available at Neiman Marcus, White Plains ➤ $1,980. Shoes by Stuart Weitzman ➤ $298 and handbag by Judith Leiber ➤ $1,495 both available at Neiman-Marcus.

hot coffee

A rich, bold gown in black and taupe chiffon with hand-beaded halter and trim by Neil Bieff. Available at Mary Jane Denzer, White Plains ➤ $5,280. Shoes available at Neiman Marcus, White Plains.

embellished charm

Two gowns that prove style is in the details. (Left) Nude chiffon gown under sheer, black, beaded overlay by Reem Acra. Available at Neiman-Marcus, White Plains ➤ $6,590. Shoes by Rene Caovilla available at Mary Jane Denzer, White Plains ➤ $995. (Right) Black netting with embossed flowers over sequins and silk taffeta lining by Fran and Loretta of Skinz. Available at A Woman’s Place, New City ➤ $3,250. Shoes available at Neiman-Marcus, White Plains.

pale fire