Women were told that "many a marriage ends in divorce court because the wife grows sloppy and careless in the bedroom." The best way for a woman to disrobe, according to Gilbert, was "neatly sliding her dress down over her hips and gracefully stepping out of it." Check the photos out below and see the full gallery on LIFE.com
Made with light and airy tulle, the A-line silhouette flatters all body types while the low V-neck adds a touch of elegance
a Greek Island overlooking the Aegean Sea, an elopement on a mountaintop surrounded by wildflowers or under a magical rainbow , an intimate ceremony in the Boise foothills at sunset or a fall wedding in an Oregon forest
My sister Teresa suggested giving a tea party bridal shower for my daughter, Alexandra, the bride-to-be
Fluid, in every sense
Petal & Pup Anabelle Halter Neck Midi Dress The Tiered Satin Moment Best for: Cocktail-attire weddings, evening receptions, summer rehearsal dinners