Introduction: Rue de Seine Meets MaidenWhite Bride
Rue de Seine is a New Zealand bridal fashion house founded by designer Michelle Corty, whose gowns are entirely handcrafted at the brand's Auckland atelier. The brand emphasizes individuality and expressive design in wedding attire, blending modern bridal aesthetics with vintage influences through signature design elements like delicate lingerie inspired details and structured corsetry. Every lace pattern is an original design, cut and sewn by a single machinist for consistency that mass production simply cannot replicate.
At MaidenWhite Bride in Las Vegas, we carry select gowns from the folklore collection-Brooke, Aimery, Willow, Fawn, Corine, and Rhea-alongside other incredible designers like Galia Lahav, Ines Di Santo, MWL (Made With Love), and Eva Lendel. Whether you're planning a desert elopement or a rooftop ceremony on the Strip, these new Rue styles deliver just the right amount of artistry for the contemporary bride who refuses to blend in.
The Folklore Collection: A New Chapter of Rue de Seine Magic
The folklore collection is Rue de Seine's newest chapter, drawing inspiration from woodland myths and storytelling, moonlight gardens, and ancient tales passed through generations. Designs in the Folklore collection evoke mystical woodlands and ancient legends, merging vintage charm with a bohemian spirit. The result is a world where the forest meets the poetic-gowns with poetic depth that feel effortlessly romantic without veering into costume.
The Folklore Collection features vintage-inspired wedding gowns ranging from approximately $3,950 to $5,000, with silhouettes spanning dramatic tiered skirts to clean, body-skimming shapes. Key design signatures include:
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Soft structure balanced with fluid silhouettes and flowing skirts built over an inner corset for invisible support
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Hand pleated fabric folds, crochet inspired appliqué, and cascading corded lace layered for dimension
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Liquid organza overlays, delicate dotted tulle, and hidden tulle inserts that catch light in motion
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Silhouette variety from sculpted empire waist lines and drop waist construction to a fully wrapped crochet bodice and fitted skirt options
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The magic of the forest channeled through printed florals, corded lace, and a crochet inspired train on select styles like the Elm Gown, which is inspired by hand crochet and folkloric wonder
Folklore Favorites at MaidenWhite Bride
We've handpicked five gowns from the Rue de Seine Folklore lineup for our Las Vegas showroom. Here's how each one looks, moves, and feels on the body-because texture and movement are things you truly need to experience in person.
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Aimery: Heirloom Lace for the Romantic Storyteller
The Aimery Gown features antique embroidery and vintage craftsmanship at every layer. This dress captures old world romance through its corseted bodice and tiered skirt, with lace appliqué and contouring ribbons shaping the torso. The embroidered ruffle waistline adds dimension, while a pleated ruffle hem finishes the dramatic tiers with soft movement. Brides can add a ruffled neckline with the optional off-shoulder ruffle detail-or go streamlined for bold simplicity. Ideal for garden ceremonies, historic venues, and romantic desert sunsets where every detail reads like poetry.
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Brooke: Dreamy Organza for the Modern Romantic
The Brooke Gown is inspired by enchanted forest waters-layers of hand draped organza over a linen silk base create a hazy, watercolor beauty that shifts with every step. The fully boned bodice wrapped in organza provides quiet structure beneath billowing transparency, while delicate printed florals peek through the overlay like wildflowers beneath a stream. The fully boned bodice gives confident support without sacrificing the dress's airlike movement. Pair Brooke with the corine ivory ruffle-the Corine Gown captures golden wild gardens and cascading foliage, and is available in Marigold and Ivory-for added shoulder coverage and drama.
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Willow: Sculpted Satin for the Clean, Contemporary Bride
Willow is the sleek counterpoint within Folklore: a satin gown with a slip inspired neckline and a body-skimming silhouette that nods to vintage slip dresses while feeling thoroughly current. Strategic lace inserts add contour and mystery without overwhelming the clean lines, and hidden tulle inserts create subtle movement in the fitted skirt. Much like how the Hazel Gown reimagines the classic slip silhouette elsewhere in the collection, Willow offers minimalism with a twist. Perfect for chic hotel weddings, fashion-forward elopements, or brides who want to wear a streamlined silhouette that pairs beautifully with statement veils or bold earrings.
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Fawn: Layered Lace and Tulle with Folklore Soul
The Fawn Gown features a silk dupion corset-a fully structured bodice-beneath cascading corded lace that reads like a love letter to the forest. The tiered skirt of delicate dotted tulle, embroidered with Rue de Seine's exclusive patterns, gives whimsical volume and a "walking-through-hidden-realms" quality. Gathered lace at the neckline creates a soft, romantic finish. Fawn photographs beautifully in both color and black-and-white, making it ideal for outdoor venues, vineyards, or intimate celebrations where texture and light do the storytelling.
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Rhea: Liquid Organza for the Ethereal Free Spirit
Rhea channels ethereal magic through shimmering liquid organza in a stunning lavender and green print, and hand appliquéd florals that contour the waist in cascading folds. The corseted bodice is draped with intention, drawing the eye upward, while the full skirt and sweeping train catch every breeze and ray of light. Available in a dusty Juniper colorway for the editorial bride and an ivory off-white version for those wanting luminous softness, Rhea is for the statement-maker-a gown that feels like wearable art long after the last dance.
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Corine Ivory: Sculptural Elegance with Vintage Charm
The Corine Gown in Ivory by Rue de Seine is a stunning example of vintage-inspired bridal couture. Crafted from hand-pleated silk dupion, this gown features an inner corset that sculpts the body with romantic precision. The fabric folds gracefully over the bodice and hips before flowing into a sweeping train, enhanced with hidden tulle inserts that add subtle volume and structure. The result is a gown that perfectly balances architectural elegance with soft, fluid movement—ideal for brides seeking a timeless yet modern look that channels the magic of golden wild gardens and cascading foliage.
Why Modern Brides Love Rue de Seine at MaidenWhite Bride
The Rue de Seine aesthetic aligns precisely with what contemporary brides ask for in our showroom: sculpted corsetry that feels secure, fabrics that move like a dream, and a bohemian spirit grounded in real craftsmanship. Here's why brides gravitate toward these gowns:
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Gowns are handmade in New Zealand with exclusive lace designs-no two brides will wear the same mass-produced dress
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Inclusive sizing from UK 6–24 means more brides can experience the collection firsthand
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Versatility across venues: organza and soft lace work beautifully from desert to rooftop to candlelit ballroom
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Rue de Seine offers curated bridal appointments, and bridal appointments include standard and luxe options so every bride gets time and attention
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The balance between boho-artful DNA and refined silhouettes gives brides something that will feel effortlessly romantic without feeling dated
Designers We Curate Alongside Rue de Seine
MaidenWhite Bride intentionally curates a mix of designers so every modern bride finds her match. Alongside Rue de Seine, we carry labels that span the full spectrum of bridal style:
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Galia Lahav for ultra-glamorous, red-carpet couture
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Ines Di Santo for formal, classic elegance
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Made With Love for relaxed, modern romance
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Hera Couture and Dany Tabet for fashion-forward, sculptural designs
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Designer trunk shows feature exclusive collections throughout the year, and sample sales offer discounted bridal gowns for brides on a timeline
We encourage brides to try Folklore gowns next to other designers in our showroom-comparing structure, fabric, and vibe across labels makes the decision intuitive rather than overwhelming.
Your Rue de Seine Experience at MaidenWhite Bride
MaidenWhite Bride is appointment-only, and every visit is built around you. When you book your appointment, our stylists pull rue styles based on your questionnaire so you can explore Aimery, Brooke, Willow, Fawn, and Rhea with guidance on sizing and custom ordering timelines (typically 4–7 months for production plus 6–8 weeks for tailoring).
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Luxe appointments offer extended time, a private showroom, and a catered experience for you and your guests
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In-house alterations are available for bridal gowns, coordinated directly through our seamstress team
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Bridal accessories include veils, shoes, and jewelry-accessories can enhance the overall bridal look and should complement the wedding gown's style. Veils can add a romantic touch to bridal outfits, while shoes are essential for completing the bridal ensemble
Ready to find your Folklore gown? Schedule your appointment at MaidenWhite Bride and mention the specific styles you'd like to try when you book