Among the many vintage white dresses that celebrities have worn over the years, few are as memorable as the one Winona Ryder wore to the 1994 Oscars. She received her first ever nomination Age of innocence and chose iconic vintage flapper dress, Retrieved from Lily et Cie. It was a bold, slightly avant-garde choice for the era, especially considering that Ryder likely had dozens of designers begging to dress her that year in dresses that hadn't even hit the runway yet. But, being a trendsetter, she chose something from the archives. Even at 22, she knew that you can’t go wrong with good wine. It's timeless, and for an event you want to cherish forever – like your first Oscar as a nominated actress, or maybe even your own wedding – it's the best option.
Ryder's 1994 Oscars dress is a major selling point for wearing vintage on special occasions, like weddings. We've all seen photos of “bad” 80s wedding dresses, but they really aren't that bad. They are simply frozen in time. Sure, it may be cute and nostalgic in its own way, but wouldn't it be incredible if your wedding dress lasted 50 years? Using vintage in a way that suits your personal style almost confirms that it will happen. These 11 vintage white dresses (below) are a prime example of how a pre-loved piece can steal the show.
