Bridal Silhouette

Bridal Silhouette is a couture wedding salon located in Arlington, VA. Owner Lynn T. Nelson is an empathetic, attentive, and experienced designer who crafts dresses that reflect each client’s heritage and unique style. She specializes in reconstructing vintage gowns, veils, and headpieces, combining the heirloom and contemporary to create modern masterpieces. Whether you want to incorporate an antique veil or your grandmother’s lace, she guarantees your dress will have a bit of something borrowed and new. After earning a degree from Purdue University, Lynn went on to win the departmental award for best designer at The Fashion Institute of Technology. She is also a professional wedding coordinator and enjoys working with partners to help them manage and streamline a seamless event. She offers both her design and coordination services to couples throughout the D.C. and Northern Virginia areas. For your attire needs, Bridal Silhouette offers bespoke dresses for your entire wedding party. Tuxedos and suits are also available to rent or purchase, as are a host of accessories including pocket squares, bow ties, straight ties, cummerbunds, and shoes. You will also find an array of veils, wraps, lingerie, and sashes to accompany your breathtaking look. Lynn even offers alterations and preservation services to ensure that your gown remains as beautiful and perfectly-tailored as it was on your special day.