Old Grape Juice & Old Gowns
Yesterday was one of those perfect Michigan days—wine tasting, sunshine, and a spontaneous vintage treasure hunt. (Yes, that’s my kind of fun.) After sipping a few beautifully aged reds and whites, I started thinking: isn’t it amazing how something as simple as grape juice can, over time and with the right care, become something truly special?
Vintage gowns we’ve curated and restored for today’s brides.
The same goes for vintage wedding gowns.
Both start out full of promise. Both are shaped by time. And both—when treated with care and intention—can be transformed into something worth savoring.
After the vineyard, I wandered into a little antique shop and came home with a few forgotten beauties: vintage gowns just waiting for new life. Some are yellowed, some have rips or missing buttons, but all of them have potential. At our studio, we’ll clean, restore, and gently reimagine them so they’re ready to walk down the aisle again. Because around here, we care for what matters—and that includes honoring the stories woven into every stitch.
✨Vintage treasure alert! ✨
This dreamy gown was tucked away in the corner of a dusty little shop—and I couldn’t leave her behind. She’s got a few scars from the past (don’t we all?), but with a little love and expert care, she’s going to shine again. Can you picture her walking down the aisle with new life and a new love story? Because we care for what matters, and this one is so worth saving. 💍
There’s a kind of joy in taking something overlooked and helping it shine again. Like an old bottle tucked away in a cellar, these gowns are full of character and waiting for the right moment. And we can’t wait to show you what they become.
If you’re a bride who loves a little history with her happily ever after, we invite you to come see our restored gowns in person—available by appointment (just call or text 616-647-7826) in our Holland studio—or browse our Etsy shop to find the one that speaks to you. Either way, you’ll be part of a beautiful next chapter.