1930s Wedding Dresses by Johanna Johnson

Next week we’ll be sharing a lovely vintage wedding where the bride wore this amazing Art Deco inspired wedding dress, and when I heard it was by Johanna Johnson I had to see more. Doing a quick Google search, I found the entire collection. You can zoom in to see every little detail. Every inch of these bias cut gowns screams 1930′s glamour, with tactfully placed crystals and the most dreamy sleeves a wedding dress can have. Not to mention the vintage inspired hair and makeup heaven this collection is – and they’re natural looking, too. What about the vintage inspired cap veils? I was never fond of long veils, but this first one got me.

It was very difficult to pick just a few, but I think these will give you a taste of Art Deco delight…

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February 18th, 2010  |  Email to a friend
Category: Design Inspiration, Fashion & Beauty

Comments
  1. 1
    cara @ lillian and leonard on February 18, 2010

    Wow, they are amazing! The second one is just incredible.

  2. 2
    Nikki on February 18, 2010

    I love art deco. I’ll take the 2nd and 3rd ones, in exchange for the weight I will have to lose to wear it properly :) Satin can be so unforgiving, but I imagine anyone will look beautiful in these.

  3. 3
    Nichole on February 18, 2010

    awesome awesome awesome, thank you!!!

  4. 4
    Tracy on February 18, 2010

    Oh my, I can’t stop drooooling. BEYOND stunning. (Now I just need to figure out how to afford one since I already have my dress!)

  5. 5
    Andrinique Special Events on February 18, 2010

    So beautiful, sexy, glam retro wedding.. Love it

  6. 6
    Fiona on February 19, 2010

    Great designs, something out of the ordinary at last.

  7. 7
    anna and the ring on February 19, 2010

    Gosh the whole collection is thrilling. How I adore the accessories!

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    two brunettes on February 19, 2010

    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWW!

  9. 9
    jen on February 19, 2010

    Where were these dresses when I got married? I love the look!

  10. 10
    fallon on February 19, 2010

    this is why i love your blog! not cookie-cutter at all. my heart lept in my throat at the sight of these stunners! if only i had a limitless budget.

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    Polka Dot Bride on February 20, 2010

    Johanna Johnson is truly a master at what she does. Love love her work!

  12. 12
    Lisa on February 21, 2010

    WOW! These are stunning! Are these available in the US? If so, where? What are the price points? I’m in love with them!

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    The Professional Bridesmaid on February 21, 2010

    WOW! Those headpieces are just stunning.

  14. 14
    {wit + delight } on February 25, 2010

    these dresses are ridiculous!!! i wish i would have seen these before i bought mine, serious dress envy over here.

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    Newly wed on March 18, 2010

    I wore Johanna Johnson’s ‘The Vivienne’(named after Vivienne Leigh) at my recent wedding. Everyone said it looked fantastic and now I have it for sale. So, anyone who would like this fabulous dress, greatly reduced please post a message with your email or phone number and I will contact you. http://www.johannajohnson.com/

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    bec on March 23, 2010

    Nelwy wed, I am interested! I have been looking at Johanna Johnsons collection and I have fallen in love with all the dresses. I’m engaged and looking for a dress. My email is rlchant@students.latrobe.edu.au. Thanks : )

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    Sonja on March 25, 2010

    Newly wed I am also interested! If it doesn’t work out with Bec – my contact email is sonjah@barker.co.nz. Thanks, Sonja.

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    Newly wed on March 29, 2010

    So pleased you have now found a dress Sonja. Just let others know that my dress is still available. It is size 8 and in perfect condition. Just send me your details and I will contact you.

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    Melanie on April 17, 2010

    Newly Wed – is your Vivienne still available? If so I am extremely interested – my contact email is einalem_o@hotmail.com

  20. 20
    Hannah on April 25, 2010

    Hi Newly Wed. Is your dress still available? Im live in the UK.
    Thanks

  21. 21
    MIchelle on May 18, 2010

    Beautiful! Does anyone know where i might be able to find a similar style of gown in Melbourne?? Thanks.

  22. 22
    Rachel on June 11, 2010

    Hi,

    I’m engaged and looking for any of these dresses! Anyone selling one or no where to look?

  23. 23
    Rachel on June 11, 2010

    ps: swimchicha20@hotmail.com

  24. 24
    Newly wed on June 25, 2010

    Hi Melanie,

    Yes, my lovely Vivienne dress is still available. Please send me your email and I’ll contact you. I’m sure I could send it to the UK if you would like me to.

  25. 25
    Newly wed on June 25, 2010

    Hi Michelle,

    I’m sure I could get the dress to Melbourne, if you are interested. It is a size 8, but could be altered to fit if needed.

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    Newly wed on June 25, 2010

    Hi Hannah,

    Yes, my lovely Vivienne dress is still available. Please send me your email and I’ll contact you. I’m sure I could send it to the UK if you would like me to.

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    Nancy on July 8, 2010

    I love the 30s look. I especially love the long veil.

  28. 28
    Gillian Hunt on July 12, 2010

    Hi Newly Wed, if your dress is still available I would be very interested in purchasing from you, if you can please email me, thanks!!

    gillhunt@gmail.com

  29. 29
    Newly wed on July 30, 2010

    Hi Gillian,

    I have sent you a message but not sure if you have received it? Are you still interested in my dress? Look forward to your reply if you are. Fine if not.

  30. 30
    Sally on August 2, 2010

    Hi All

    I absolutely love the Viva dress and have no idea where to start looking for contacts who may make similar types. Would anyone have any suggestions?

    Thanks!

    Sal

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    Designs by Lenila on August 3, 2010

    *Gasp

    GORGEOUS pictures. Thank you so much, Amanda, for this awesome post! The second dress is absolutely to die for!

    Have a wonderful week. Thank you for this visual inspiration :)

    @DesignsbyLenila

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    Jess on August 3, 2010

    Seriously dreamy!!! I am drooling over the 4th dress down with the cowl back. Wish I could get hitched all over again just to wear it…

    Thanks for this fantastic post – I love seeing gowns that aren’t strapless & princess-y. ;-)

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    bren on August 3, 2010

    These are STUNNIG, absolutely gorgeous pieces. The 6th and 7th dresses are so cool! What a cool bride to wear a wrap-bandana-like veil! So chic!!!

  34. 34
    From Me To You on August 6, 2010

    This. Is. Special.

  35. 35
    vintage bride on August 22, 2010

    Hi newly wed,

    I presume you have already found a wonderful home for your Vivienne dress but I had to take the chance and check to see if its still available just in case! I adore it!
    you can contact me at cohalloran@vandercook.edu

    and thanks to ruffled for making me smile everyday with your fantastic blog!

  36. 36
    gina on August 25, 2010

    dear newly wed,
    I will be wearing a JJ dress for my pending wedding and am interested to hear what head piece you wore with your Vivienne? I must have tried almost 50 dresses on and JJ dress just topped every single one of them in both design and feel…Cheers!

  37. 37
    Newly wed on September 1, 2010

    Hi Gina,
    I wore a JJ veil with my hair up and the veil connected to the back of my hair. I hope you wedding goes well.

  38. 38
    Kash on September 9, 2010

    Hello Newly Wed: is your dress still available? I’m interested, my email is kasharamurphy83@hotmail.com

    thank u!

  39. 39
    Jillianlittle on September 10, 2010

    Hi Newlywed,
    just wondering if your dress is still available and how much you are asking?
    my email is jdannemann@hotmail.com

    thanks,
    Jillian

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    Newly wed on September 10, 2010

    Hi Kash and Jillian,
    I have sent you an email to let you know my dress is available. I hope you received the message and some more details?

  41. 41
    Bec on October 10, 2010

    Hi Newly Wed,
    If you haven’t already sold your dress I’m really interested in finding out more. Could you please email me at bec_006@hotmail.com? Thanks!

  42. 42
    Fabsee on October 14, 2010

    Hi Newly wed, getting married in January was interested to see if your dress is still avaliable, and how much you are asking for it? e-mail is fabias@bigpond.com. Cheers :)

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    Rebecca on December 11, 2010

    these dresses are sssssooooo beautiful, but very exspencive! So I am having a 1930′s style gown custom made for alote less…. Just wish I could find headpiece/viel to match… any saggestions????

  44. 44
    Helen on December 13, 2010

    Dear Newly Wed,

    Is your johanna johnson dress still available? If so I’d love to hear from you: helenentwistle@hotmail.com

    Thanks!

  45. 45
    Stephanie on December 18, 2010

    Hello Newly Wed,
    Is your dress still available?
    Or does anyone else have a JJ dress (size 8) for sale.
    PLEASE let me know if you do.
    I’m getting married April 9 2011 so will keep my eye out for one.
    stephigib@hotmail.com
    Regards,
    Steph

  46. 46
    Maisy on January 11, 2011

    hi newly wed,

    i was just wondering if your dress is still available, im absolutly loving the jj dresses!
    would you please be able to email me if it is or anyone else who has a jj dress for sale?

    nenes@live.com.au
    thanks, maisey xx

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    DecoQueen on January 24, 2011

    They really just don’t make then like they use to, it thrills me to see wedding gowns and a traditional art deco style,

    to back then clothes and those periods had so much to offer. attitude, personality, beautiful style. and so many other things I can’t even begin to describe. its like modern cars now a days don’t really have much personality of their own but back in time when cars had beautiful lines and curves, but above all just plain simple but elegant beauty just like the clothes and artwork of the “Art Deco” period.

    there is nothing like it I hope it comes back in full swing!!

  48. 48
    Annie on February 21, 2011

    Hello Newlywed!! I am very interested in your JJ dress!! Please e-mail me at acnixon@gmail.com if it is still for sale!! Thanks so much!

    Annie

  49. 49
    Katie on February 26, 2011

    Hi

    I love your dresses, are they stocked anywhere in the UK- I am Brighton/London based. I love the Susannah

    Katie

  50. 50
    Barbara on March 15, 2011

    Hi,

    I got married in December 2010 and wore a JJ Dress. I fell in love with it the minute I tried it on and had loads of comments on the day. It is ‘Isla’ and a perfect size 8 if anyone is interested in buying it. (I am 164cm tall so hemmed accordingly). I went all out and also got the Harlow hair piece and the cathedral length french sill tulle veil. As much as I would love to keep it, I would also love to see someone else wear it.

    My email is barbara@gasweld.com.au if you are interested.

    Barb

  51. 51
    Shannon on March 31, 2011

    Hi, I am recently engaged and would love to wear a jj dress but I don’t think I can afford to spend the full RRP. If there is anyone out there who has worn one or has one to sell for a size 12 I would love to be contacted. Thank you so much!

    My email is shanynregazzoli@hotmail.com

  52. 52
    Toni on April 10, 2011

    Hi I am looking for a jj dress, size 8. I live in Melbourne but may need to travel for it. Ilove these dresses! Are there any stockists in Melbourne or anyone in Melbourne looking to sell their jj dress? Toni

  53. 53
    Anna on April 14, 2011

    Hi all

    Have also been hunting for online for second hand JJ dresses. Unfortunately no success yet. I saw these two for sale though at a shop in Sydney (not my size) and thought I would share:

    http://www.savvybrides.com.au/dresses/size-8/156-johanna-johnson-gown

    http://www.savvybrides.com.au/dresses/size-10/153-johanna-johnson-gown

  54. 54
    Ros on May 5, 2011

    Hi girls,

    I would love to buy the Harlow or Garland headpiece from any of you who might be selling one. I am also interested in having a silk tulle veil.

    If anyone is selling, please email roisinniurdail@gmail.com

    Many thanks,

    Ros

  55. 55
    Belinda on May 26, 2011

    Hi,
    I just found this site, and wanted to let you know that I wore a jj dress for my wedding in March this year which I absolutely love but feel like its a waste to keep it in a box!
    If anyone is interested it is size 10 – The Sussanah (similar to the viva)!
    Thanks
    :)

  56. 56
    lucinda on May 29, 2011

    Hi Belinda,

    Do you still have the Sussanah Dress for sale?, email me if you’d like to sell, my email is: yoga_instructor@yahoo.com

  57. 57
    Belinda on June 1, 2011

    Hi Lucinda,
    Yes the dress is still available!
    my email is b_awesomeness@hotmail.com
    feel free to contact me with any questions :)
    Belinda

  58. 58
    Em on June 23, 2011

    Hello everyone just wondering if anyone knows Or is interested in selling their jj viva dress? I’m in love with it and can’t afford it! Thanks! After a size 8 if any luck can u email- emlysyd@hotmail.com

  59. 59
    L.J on 2 August2011 on August 2, 2011

    Hi Everyone,
    I live in Melbourne & have a 8mth old baby & was hoping if anyone has a JJ dress seize 10/12 FOR SALE Style’s I like Ophelia, Charlie, Sienna,Viva, Ella, Estella but ha most of the JJ collection is breath takingly stunning. Thanks Pretty please email me lavonnejolley@hotmail.com

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    Caitlyn on September 16, 2011

    Hi everyone,
    I have just tried on the Johanna Johnson Viva dress at JJ Boutique in Sydney and am soooo in love with it…but it’s also $$$$ Does anyone know of anyone selling a second hand one..size 6-8.
    My email is caitlynmichelle@hotmail.com
    Thanks :-)

  61. 61
    Lisa on October 10, 2011

    Hi ladies
    If anyone knows of a former JJ bride selling a ‘Satine’ dress in a size 8 I would be ever so grateful! lisa.robin.taylor@gmail.com xxx

  62. 62
    Chanel on October 20, 2011

    Hi there =] Who is the designer of the second picture? I would love to have that exact dress!!! i love your blog =] Thank you!

  63. 63
    Carly on November 15, 2011

    Hey ladies

    I am also a little JJ obsessed!! I found a place (www.savvybrides.com.au) that I am going to visit on the weekend that seems to have lots of Johanna Johnson second hand dresses! Sadly this dress isn’t my size – http://savvybrides.com.au/dresses/size-10/237-johanna-johnson-gown but it is my dream dress!!

    Anyway, thought it might help someone else!

  64. 64
    Cassarndra on November 22, 2011

    Hi I am interested in buying a secondhand JJ dress, size 8. If anyone has one please feel free to email me on clouise79@hotmail.com.

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    Freya on January 7, 2012

    I have a JJ Viva dress for sale in a size 10. I wore it for my wedding in October and would be willing to sell it for half the price. If you want pics or more info email me freyanatasha@hotmail.com

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    Portal randkowy on January 22, 2012

    This cast might be interesting

  67. 67
    Debbie Brashear on January 22, 2012

    how do i find out about one of the dresses on this website

  68. 68
    Brenda on February 21, 2012

    Hi Everyone,

    I’ve recently purchased a JJ “Viva” dress for my wedding in July 2012.

    I will be looking for a buyer afterwards, if anyone is interested please contact me on – woon_brenda@hotmail.com. It is a size 10, no alterations were made other than to take it up as I am 170cm.

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