I knew I’d never get married in a dress. I always envisioned a skirt suit, inspired by my mother’s 1978 wedding attire. After my engagement, I commissioned Svitlana Bevza of the Kyiv-based label Bevza to design my bridal wear. I sought a modern interpretation of my mother’s bold-shouldered suit, with a nod to Michelle Pfeiffer’s iconic white ensemble in Scarface – but with a significantly longer skirt, befitting an Orthodox Jewish wedding ceremony.
My decision for a longer skirt stemmed from a personal understanding of modesty in Judaism, cultivated during my summer work experience for Rabbi Rodkin in Brighton, Massachusetts. While unwritten, the expectation of covering arms and knees during religious services resonated deeply. This early exposure to workplace dress codes evolved into a broader appreciation for the cultural significance of modesty within Judaism.
This personal connection to tradition guided my bridal wear choices. Entering a space steeped in centuries-old rituals, I felt a natural inclination towards full coverage. The wedding ceremony, a symbolic embodiment of these traditions, demanded a respectful and personally meaningful approach to attire. The final design beautifully blended modern Bridal Wear Fashion with the timeless elegance of classic skirt suits.
