As soon as we ( my family & I) saw the Bernadette when I tried it on, we knew immediately it was the one !! I'd done loads of research and knew for certain that no matter what dress I eventually chose it would definitely be a Maggie Sottero dress. The Bernadette ultimately was my dream dress ! It is classic, romantic, gorgeous and with a unique surprise with the awesome back. I love it ! We had a beautiful.perfect day and an amazing party for our wedding in our island home of Barbados. And yes the beaches here really do look like the picture !!! :)