What does that mean, exactly?

I think everything needs to be timeless, says Wickstead.

I love an old-world reference.

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Ibelievein the petticoatand all the workmanship that goes into it!

Wickstead says, with a laugh.

Then there are the bridesmaid dresses, which come in four different silhouettes and 10 different colors.

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So how does Wickstead see herself fitting in?

Youre the woman wearing the dress, not the dress wearing you.

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