Searching for a dress to be married in last year was fascinating. In the space of a month I had completely moved my sights from very sculptured and tight dresses, like a  Forties “war bride” suit or a Gaultier flesh-pink corset dress, to more romantic and feminine shapes. Edwardian lawn dresses, Thirties chiffon and my favorite of all - Irish Crochet Lace gowns.

I didn’t wear one in the end. They’re totally impractical for a registry office then pub day, far too tiny for Australian-reared shoulders and waists, they’re mostly available in the States, and a hand-made well-preserved dress will set you back thousands.

Doesn’t mean I can’t dream…

On ebay.