The Coveted Daphne Wedding Gown
Update: Please click the post, “A JCrewAholic Gets Married in the Daphne Dress” to see Jamie, a reader of this blog, wearing a Daphne dress on her wedding day. Also, please click the post, “The Coveted J.Crew Daphne Dress Appears On Ebay!” to see that the Daphne dress in a size 0 appeared on eBay in January 2009.
I was recently contacted by Donna D., a reader from Massachusetts who happens to OWN the coveted silk organza Daphne wedding dress. In this entry where I included a preview of J.Crew wedding dresses that will be offered in Spring 2009, I also mentioned how I adored the Daphne dress. She read this and contacted me. Here is what she wrote in a comment to that entry:
What a great site! I absolutely ADORE the Daphne gown and had the good fortune to snag one before they all sold out! It is even more stunning in person and has these wonderful hidden side pockets! I have yet to wear it since the possibility exists I might elope, but I will always know this dress was the “ONE”!
I was so delighted to hear from her. I have never known anyone who owns this beautiful garment. Donna was gracious enough to forward me pictures of the dress from a bridal magazine. She also sent me the pictures from J.Crew’s website. They are featured below.
I have also asked Donna to guest blog about her experience to track down this coveted dress. Look for it soon!
August 12th, 2008 - 6:45 pm
I am one of the many brides in search of this rare dress! I have only six-weeks left until my wedding day, so if you have any leads on where I might uncover one, it would be so very appreciated.
August 12th, 2008 - 6:48 pm
Hi Sally! When is your wedding day? Do you already have a dress? I would be so nervous at this point, as this dress is SO rare.
August 13th, 2008 - 5:57 am
That dress top reminds me of the Emmeline blouse which was so flattering! I wish I could be a bride again!
August 13th, 2008 - 9:21 am
You’d think that with the popularity of this style they’d come out with another version of it. It is really stunning!
August 13th, 2008 - 10:21 am
Christine, I wonder why they haven’t already. I really do think that J.Crew brides would jump right on it! The dress would be SOLD OUT in minutes.
August 14th, 2008 - 8:24 pm
Sally,
I have this dress New with tags in a Size 8. It is absolutly beautiful on!
I bought this for my wedding next summer and have just found another gown that I fell in love with, its totally different but has made the decision really hard, so now must sell the J Crew.
Please let me know if you are interested. Thanks!!
August 21st, 2008 - 9:52 am
My goodness! Kelly, if you still have that dress & Sally doesn’t want it, I’d be interested in talking!
-Julia
August 21st, 2008 - 10:29 am
Julia, I will make sure to forward this message along to Kelly. Isn’t the dress gorgeous?
August 21st, 2008 - 3:01 pm
Thanks so much Leigh for the email!! Julia, feel free to email me at kwscarborough at hotmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
August 21st, 2008 - 6:33 pm
Hi Ladies—-
I spoke to Lisa from Special Occasions last week regarding J.Crew’s future plans to re-release the Daphne. She told me that J.Crew is very much aware of the demand for this gown and how much brides covet it. She said that the dress was made in very limited quantities and while J.Crew will unlikely make any more, she expects J.Crew to design something similar in the future. So, let’s keep our collective fingers crossed!!
August 22nd, 2008 - 6:21 am
Wow. That’s great! I wonder how similar to the Dahpne dress the new style will be. I can’t tell what I love more about the Daphne dress: the fabric or the style.
I am sure the new dress will be expensive compared to the Daphne. It was quite a steal for J.Crew at $900.
August 23rd, 2008 - 5:13 pm
Kelly,
Do you still have this dress?? I might be interested in buying it. I just bought a dress, but maybe I can cancel my order.
August 23rd, 2008 - 6:13 pm
Sheila,
So far I still do. I do have one offer but email me if you are interested! My email is kwscarborough at hotmail.com. Thanks so much!
August 29th, 2008 - 9:57 pm
Hi Kelly! I was wondering if anyone bought your Daphne dress yet? I have been looking for one for a month now and would definitely purchase it if no one else has.
August 30th, 2008 - 8:59 am
Kerry, I would try sending Kelly a direct email. Good luck with the dress! It’s gorgeous!
August 30th, 2008 - 1:26 pm
Kerry,
I do still have the dress, I have a couple people interested currently but email me if you are you want more information! My email again is kwscarborough at hotmail.com.
Thanks so much!
August 30th, 2008 - 4:55 pm
Thanks Leigh / Kelly!
Kelly, I’ll e-mail you today!
September 10th, 2008 - 10:06 pm
I am in LOVE with this dress! My wedding isn’t until June 2010, so if anyone has any leads on a potential seller of this dress, please please let me know!
September 10th, 2008 - 11:44 pm
What size are you looking for, Jennifer?
September 11th, 2008 - 10:37 am
Between a 4 and 6 if possible.
September 11th, 2008 - 7:09 pm
I meant a four or a six!!
September 11th, 2008 - 7:27 pm
Hi Jennifer, if you look up at these comments, Kelly posted that she has a dress. It is a size 8 and I know that she is selling it!
September 11th, 2008 - 10:35 pm
Awesome!! Thanks!
September 17th, 2008 - 5:54 pm
I fell in love with this dress as well and was unable to find one so I had one similar made for me. It allowed me to customize, get the perfect fit, and it was CHEAPER (with fabric and all) than the J. Crew dress.
Here are pics of my wedding dress:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/valentinelulu/
September 17th, 2008 - 9:16 pm
OMG Jamie! You look absolutley stunning! I own the Daphne dress and I wish it looked half as good as the gown you had made (no offense J. Crew!).
Quite simply, your dress embodies the holy trinity of wedding gowns : Beautiful fit, form, and function at a great price! Would you please let me know where you had your dress made? I would be happy to have Leigh give you my personal email address! Thank you again for sharing photos of your lovely wedding day with us!
September 17th, 2008 - 9:26 pm
Jamie, like Donna, said, you look stunning! Your dress is the exact replica of the Daphne. I love the fabric that you chose for it.
September 17th, 2008 - 10:03 pm
I have to agree with Leigh. The fabric is lovely. It looks like a silk satin jacquard and seems to have a heavier “hand” than silk organza (which is what the Daphne is made of). I love it and think it would be a great Fall version of the Daphne.
And the fit of the bodice, Jamie! Honestly, I am completely taken aback by the perfection; it’s impeccable and just goes to show the importance of a properly fitted gown!
Also, your pearl necklace accented the neckline of the gown beautifully—great choice, newlywed!
September 17th, 2008 - 10:28 pm
You look so beautiful!! Who made your dress? Its perfect. I agree with Donna- the pearls are to die for!
September 29th, 2008 - 9:46 pm
jaime!!! how did you have your dress made- did you find a pattern somewhere (and if so, where??) this is simply a gorgeous dress and i would really love to try to have it made
October 6th, 2008 - 9:29 pm
Well, everyone, I’m with Jaime on this – I’m also trying to have this dress made. There is a pattern in Vogue Bridal Origin, pattern number V2979 that closely resembles this very lovely dress. I’m hoping to work with this pattern, altering the skirt, adding a little puff to the sleeves, and changing the neckline so that it “pops” more. Anyways, good luck, girls!
October 7th, 2008 - 8:21 am
Ladies, I will be featuring Jamie’s story in its very own blog post. It’s nice to see that others love this dress as much as I do.
October 8th, 2008 - 8:14 am
Jamie’s story is up. It’s today’s blog entry!
October 11th, 2008 - 12:05 am
Oooh….I saw this dress and fell in love. It’s so difficult to find a dress simple and modest that doesn’t look like a nightgown. I searched all over the internet and ended up writing to jcrew and seeing if they can bring it back by popular demand. =) But if anyone has this in a 6, 8, or 10 and wants to get rid of it I wil gladly take it off their hands.
October 11th, 2008 - 1:00 pm
Sarah, I recently posted an entry about a bride who had a dress made that was like the Daphne. J.Crew could not find the dress for her so she a great seamstress make it for.
Just type “Daphne” into the search bar of the blog and the post should come up.
Perhaps you could do the same and have the dress made.
October 11th, 2008 - 1:03 pm
Sarah, here is the link to the post.
http://jcrewaholics.com/wedding/a-jcrewaholics-gets-married-in-the-daphne-dress/
October 23rd, 2008 - 9:44 pm
I have this J Crew Daphne Dress in a size 8 and did not get to wear it, so it is new. I did not realize it is in such high demand, but if anyone is interested in buying it from me, please say so and we will be in touch…
October 29th, 2008 - 12:23 pm
Hey Elissa.
I would be interested and I am a size 8. Could you email me at unannounced1978@hotmail.com
October 29th, 2008 - 12:24 pm
Hey Elissa.
I would be interested and I am a size 8. What is the best way to get in touch
November 2nd, 2008 - 7:17 pm
Hi Elissa! I am also *very* interested if Amy decides she doesn’t want it. I would be the happiest girl in the world to get my hands on this dress!
linkkirby@gmail.com
November 2nd, 2008 - 10:37 pm
Hello–
My wedding is 10-17-09 and I love the Daphne dress and would need it in a 6 or 8…. if Elissa or anyone is selling theirs, please respond to this post.
Best regards!
November 7th, 2008 - 12:03 pm
I am getting married in may 2009 and am searching for this dress everywhere!!! i am a size 8 and would love if someone had this!!!!
ALy
November 7th, 2008 - 3:08 pm
Hi Aly. I have this dress size 8 and have no takers on it yet. Email me if you want to talk about it! esgoodwi@syr.edu
November 7th, 2008 - 5:25 pm
Hi Elissa. Please email me pictures and dress information. I can make a post for you, if you are interested.
November 15th, 2008 - 12:17 am
Sally,
If you bought this dress or if it is still available I would love to purchase it from you if its before december 20. My wedding is the 27th of december 2008. email me at ally2485@hotmail.com
November 19th, 2008 - 7:17 pm
Jamie,
Thank you for sharing your pictures – Love your story! I do have one question no one is asking you about because I love the concept – How did you make your bouquet? please let me know because I would love to make one and keep it for years to come!
November 19th, 2008 - 8:42 pm
Hi Erika, I am going to email Jamie and find out for you!
December 6th, 2008 - 10:29 pm
Hi Ladies,
I got married 10/04/08 in “the coveted daphne gown” & it was just like everyone is writing- absoutely stunning on!
I have a size 10 & am interested in selling. Please feel free to email me at Amanda.Hayes@comcast. net
December 8th, 2008 - 9:02 am
Hello,
I have the Daphne JCrew wedding dress in a size 8 to sell – never been worn.
images available.
contact me at: dearbhlar@gmail.com
December 8th, 2008 - 7:19 pm
Amanda & Dearbhla, do you photos to send to me? I can do a separate post on the blog for you.
Let me know! Thanks ladies!
December 27th, 2008 - 12:32 am
Hello all,
i’m new to this site and it’s absolutely fabulous! i’ve been looking for this daphne dreSS from JCrew everywhere and haven’t seen ANYONE who actually owns one yet!
i’m getting married in June 09 and if anyone has this dress who’d be interested in selling, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE LET ME KNOW!
December 27th, 2008 - 4:34 pm
Jee… I have the dress in an 8 and am still looking to sell it if you are interested. email me and we can talk! esgoodwi@syr.edu Thanks!
January 4th, 2009 - 10:52 pm
i too am interested in the daphne, in a 6 or 8! =) thanks for your help!
January 8th, 2009 - 10:46 am
Hi everyone, please see this post about a Daphne dress that just appeared online.
Good luck!
http://jcrewaholics.com/wedding/the-coveted-daphne-dress-appears-on-ebay/
January 15th, 2009 - 3:23 pm
Hi Jaime,
I agree, your wedding looks lovely, and the dress and bouquet very beautiful. I’ve tried to contact Lois(Louise?) who made the dress for you but have not received a reply. i’m interested in the pattern for the dress, as my aunt has offered to sew it for me. I’m a size 12 and getting married in June 09, if anyone has one they’d like to sell!
January 15th, 2009 - 8:11 pm
Hi Dominique,
We did not actually use a pattern. Louise just took my measurements and made the dress from there. Sorry I can’t be of more help. Congrats on your engagement!
January 19th, 2009 - 10:39 pm
I got married in this dress as well and it is so so gorgeous! I saw it online, ordered it, and it fit like a dream!
January 19th, 2009 - 10:50 pm
Katie, I would love to include your wedding pictures and story on my blog. Other brides have shared the stories behind their big day and I love posting them. Let me know if you are interested!
January 19th, 2009 - 10:59 pm
Absolutely! I would love to. Feel free to email me and let me know what and where you’d like me to send!
January 20th, 2009 - 4:11 pm
I have this dress – brand new, never worn or altered – listed on eBay in a size 10. eBay #270332451700
January 22nd, 2009 - 11:09 pm
Just in case anyone is interested, the Daphne dress in a size 0 is available at the J.Crew sample sale. I am not sure of the condition of the dress, but it was $399.
January 27th, 2009 - 12:59 am
Please check this post to see another bride wearing the Daphne dress.
http://jcrewaholics.com/wedding/another-jcrewaholics-wears-the-daphne-dress/
January 30th, 2009 - 7:01 pm
does anyone still have the daphne dress at this stage size 6 or 8
February 3rd, 2009 - 1:40 pm
Hello… if anyone still has this dress for sale I am super interested… size 6-10… please??? email me: sara.realslow@gmail.com thanks
February 18th, 2009 - 8:47 am
Hi there, I would like to buy the daphne wedding dress in size 6-10 too. If anyone is selling it, I would be very happy to hear from you. My email address is bakohler@web.de (My wedding is in July 2009). Thanks a lot, Betty
February 21st, 2009 - 9:38 pm
I’m looking for a Daphne dress and I’m a size 2 if anyone knows of one out there!!
February 22nd, 2009 - 2:45 am
we can customize this dress (any dress)for you for a rather fair & much less than retail price. if you have hard time to find this style and the right size. plus, when it comes to customized, no alternation needs. please let me know if you need our service. winniescollection@gmail.com
March 15th, 2009 - 6:26 pm
Hi,
I have a Daphne dress, worn, that I’m interested in selling, size 8. It’s in good condition, I had it hemmed to fit me with 2 inch heels (I’m 5.6 1/2). The very bottom edge of the hem has a bit of dirt on it (outdoor wedding) but if you hem it it will be perfect! Let me know if anyone is interested: argoflex at gmail dot com
March 28th, 2009 - 11:13 pm
Hello,
I know its hard to find anywhere but I am trying to find the Daphne in a size 6. I am getting married in the summer 2010 and would love ANY help!
Diana
April 4th, 2009 - 8:22 pm
Hi,
The dress (comment #67) has been sold.
Best of luck!
April 7th, 2009 - 5:48 pm
Hello,
I have just placed my Daphne gown (size 8 – never been worn) on ebay
if you search for JCrew Daphne Wedding Dress you should find its listing.
D
April 8th, 2009 - 12:01 am
Searched ebay could not find the listing. Please email me…very interested.
April 8th, 2009 - 9:25 am
Hi Martha. The item number is 230335957823.
I hope that helps you.
April 9th, 2009 - 1:15 am
I am in search of the JCrew Daphne Wedding Dress in a size 6, I know this is a common request but I thought I would give it a shot.
April 22nd, 2009 - 12:47 pm
I too, fell in love with the Daphne dress – it really is the PERFECT wedding dress; however I am in search for the dress patterns….
I plan on making the dress for my body type (5′2 petite) since altering a dress for my height is going to cost an un-godly amount….
Any help would be GREATLY appreciated!
Thanks ;o)
April 23rd, 2009 - 4:25 pm
If anyone here is interested, there is a size 2 Daphne dress on eBay.
The item number is 110380793822.
April 28th, 2009 - 11:07 am
I am in LOVE with the Daphne! Saw it two years ago, now I’m engaged and I don’t think there is any other dress I’ve seen that I love as much!
Anyone know of a size 2 or 4?
Or is it better to go Jamie’s route and have a seamstress do it?
[I'm 5'9 so I always run into the "dress is too short" problem]
April 30th, 2009 - 9:37 pm
Is anyone still selling the Daphne gown in a size 8 or bigger…a size 6 would also work. My wedding is in November 2010 but I HAVE to have this dress. Please email me rag1954@hotmail.com
May 7th, 2009 - 1:28 am
I am completely in love with this dress. It trumps all other dresses and styles out there. It’s simply darling.
This is a complete long shot… but if there’s ANYONE who has this dress in size 4 or 6 then let me know! I am determined to find me this stunning gown.
May 14th, 2009 - 9:31 pm
The J Crew Daphne Wedding Gown is again posted on ebay if anyone is interested. It is a size 2, my bidder from England did not come through with a payment.
The item # 110390001046 will bring you to my listing. It is an amazing dress!!
June 5th, 2009 - 3:27 pm
Hi,
I just found the silk organza daphne wedding gown by accident on an old site. It’s obviously popular! I’m getting married in august 2009…not too far away. Is there anyone out there who might still have this dress. I’m a size 10. I fell in love with it as so many others have.
Thank you,
Jessica
June 17th, 2009 - 8:54 pm
Hello,
I am also in love with the daphne wedding gown and am looking for one in a size 2 or 4, and possibly a 6 could work as well. I am getting married in October 09. If anyone is selling one please let me know!
Thank you,
Laura
June 24th, 2009 - 9:58 pm
I found this dress while my sister was planning her wedding about a year ago. Since then, my boyfriend and i have started planning and i have started my search for the elusive Daphne dress 10 months before the wedding (just in case one pops up
). My mom is a really fantastic tailor, so anything from a size 2 to a size 8 would be amazing. I really hope they make another one!!
July 1st, 2009 - 12:25 am
I am another one of the many looking for the Daphne dress. I just absolutely love it and can’t find another dress that I love nearly as much! If anyone has one anywhere from size 6 through 10, let me know!
July 1st, 2009 - 12:26 am
I am another one of the many looking for the Daphne dress. I just absolutely love it and can’t find another dress that I love nearly as much! If anyone has one anywhere from size 6 through 10, please let me know!
July 7th, 2009 - 8:21 pm
Wow, everyone is looking for this dress! I am also looking for the Daphne gown in a size 0 through 4. If anyone has it new or used, please let me know! It’s the only wedding dress I’ve found that I’ve actually LOVED. Thank-you!
August 4th, 2009 - 10:20 pm
Looking for a Daphne dress in size 4 – 8. Thanks!
August 5th, 2009 - 10:34 pm
I’ve given up! Im just going to have the dress made instead! My older sister had her wedding gown made via some website and it not only came out less expensive, she only needed one alteration.
August 17th, 2009 - 10:50 am
I would love to find this dress in a size 6 to a size 8. If anyone has it, let me know!
August 20th, 2009 - 7:08 pm
Back in April, Dearbhla mentioned on this blog that she was selling her Daphne dress on ebay–and I was the lucky one who got it (and wore it July 25 for my small Connecticut wedding)! For those of you out there looking for it, it’s true–it’s just lovely. However, there are a few “surprises”: it’s a stiffer material than I had expected (thanks to the silk organza), the very full skirt can be difficult to take in (especially if you want to keep the pockets–and I did), and it can be see-through on a sunny day (so my seamstress added an extra liner). With all that being said, the dress is incredible and I’m so glad that I had the opportunity to wear it! Good luck to all the searchers out there…
September 12th, 2009 - 5:06 pm
I as well as other brides has been searching for this dress. If anyone knows who has a size 10. I would like to hear from you. Thanks
email me at
vintagepearls@ymail.com
September 18th, 2009 - 5:21 pm
I have this dress in a size 10. Unworn, tags still on. I bought it on ebay in July. This dress is beautiful! I am planning to post to ebay, but I’m not a big ebayer, so if anyone would like it and save me the hassle, that would be great. I can take pictures if you’d like. I’m asking $1,100, which is exactly what I paid for it.
thanks! sarah
sarahsmcdowell@hotmail.com
October 25th, 2009 - 9:02 am
I want this dress size 4 . can someone halp me?
October 28th, 2009 - 7:18 am
I want this dress size 4 . can someone halp me? pleaseeee….
October 30th, 2009 - 2:09 pm
Hello,
I am looking for the Daphne in a size 8 or 10. If you are looking to sell or possibly rent (;}) the dress, I would be very appreciative!
Thank you,
Erica
November 9th, 2009 - 7:30 pm
This dress is fantastic! If it ever comes up in size 0 again, please let me know.
thanks,
Betty