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Beginner December 2009

Sophie's Wedding Dress - Mamma Mia the Movie

Nephelae, 28 October, 2008 at 14:06 Posted on Planning 0 29

Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any ideas about dresses like the one Sophie wears in the film? I'm pretty sure I don't want a traditional wedding dress and as soon as I saw the dress in the film I thought it could work. It's designed by a costume designer called Ann Roth. However, how likely I could get a dressmker to make the dress from scratch on a budget?! Anyone know of places that sell dresses in this style, I don't think I've ever seen any! I'm not having a beach wedding I'm just small and I don't want to get swamped!! Any recommendations would be great:-) Thank you! N x

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  • tahdah
    Beginner September 2009
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    Do you mean this floaty number?

    Cos there are lots of these. Dessy have a range or monsoon do this kind of style.

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  • 3d jewellery
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    There is a better picture on this forum https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080812133602AA5eNEX link to dress picture https://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g122/glam0urxxc0re/dress4.jpg

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  • N
    Beginner December 2009
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    Yes!! That's the one:-) what a great photo - I've been looking but most of them show the dress a bit crumpled up lol! Thanks N x

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  • AliLindsey
    Beginner November 2009
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    Not really the same, but what about this one from Monsoon?

    http://www.monsoon.co.uk/invt/35202241&bklist=icat,5,shop,women,bridal,bridaldresses

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  • Fordate
    Beginner August 2010
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    Hi

    On searching for my dress to be made on the cheap i found ebay has lots of makers the will do it from the photo BUT you would still have to be careful, there was a chat on this site about copying dresses and the mistakes when they arrived, but I think that the dresses would be relatively simple to make so maybe you could risk it It looks beautifull

    Good luck

    Simonne x

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  • tahdah
    Beginner September 2009
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    Yes www.millybridal.com can make your dress by just sending them the best picture you have...this one would probably only cost about £150 for them to make.

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  • bluewater
    Beginner August 2009
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    Lots of places doing more floaty style dresses this season - see designers like augusta jones or jenny packham. lots more expensive than getting a dress made through millybridal though.

    (btw i might be a bit biaised as mine is an augusta jones.... dress called isola - quite floaty too!)

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  • N
    Beginner December 2009
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    Thanks everyone! I think I will go and try on dresses in shops soon and make sure I suit the shape/style and don't fall in love with a meringue:-) Milly's Bridal looks great - even the custom designed dresses are within my budget yippee!! N x

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  • 3d jewellery
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    Jasper you have posted purely to advertise your business, all 5 of your posts advertise your business, please read the rules and don't treat us as if we are stupid

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  • Polkadots_and_Pincurls
    Beginner June 2015
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    Light in the box do a replica x

    Ps: I know I recommend them a lot btw, but I dont work for them, I promise, lol!

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  • emmy1979
    Rockstar June 2023 West Yorkshire
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    I'd go into a few high street stores and check that this kind of dress suits you first before committing to buying online. I wanted a 1950's tea length dress but that style of dress just didn't look right on me, the lady in the shop said it's because I'm short but I think it's a mix of height and shape.

    I also tried on the more formal traditional style wedding dresses and looked a complete idiot, they completely drowned me and I couldn't walk in them. I found Jenny Packham's looked the best but didn't feel they were really worth the price they were selling for. I ended up loving elements of a dress and cape combo from monsoon, the dress was very me, so I bought them and took them to a seamstress who added straps, changed the hemline and I added a brooch. If you find a cheapish dress that you love but you feel has bits missing you can always use your imagination and customise the dress.

    With Sophie's dress it's easy to buy the actual dress as there are a few high street dresses that have that fundamental shape (I love the hemline and the simplicity of her dress), then you could ask a seamstress to add the detail on.

    Hope you find what you are looking for!

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  • S
    Beginner March 2011
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    we are a professional wedding dress factory in china and do export for ten years,

    Our products are good price and high quality !the material and workmanship demand
    very strict, when you get the dress,you will feel good quality! Our products are famous

    at home and abroad,with the development of our wedding dress factory , we expand

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    Wonderful dress. I would love one of these.

    ?

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  • Jay
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    I always loved Sophie’s dress in Mamma Mia because it feels light, romantic, and effortless without looking overly traditional. A good local dressmaker could definitely recreate something similar on a budget if you show clear reference photos, especially using soft chiffon or lace fabrics. You might also find similar boho-inspired gowns online through indie bridal shops. Funny enough, while searching for movie-inspired styles I even came across random fashion discussions on youcine apk forums because so many people still rewatch Mamma Mia there for the aesthetic alone!

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    That dress is such a beautiful choice, especially if you're petite and want something elegant without the volume of a traditional wedding gown. A skilled dressmaker could definitely recreate a similar design from reference photos, and it may even be more affordable than buying a designer wedding dress. You could also look at Grecian, bohemian, or vintage-inspired bridal collections, as they often have a similar flowing style.

    By the way, I recently came across https://youcinez.com while looking for entertainment content, and it reminded me how useful it is to gather inspiration from films and TV when planning special events. Hopefully you'll find the perfect dress—good luck with your wedding plans!

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