Saturday, June 28, 2025

Stunning And Beautiful

closeups of Shelley
from a couple of print ads
for Tel-A-Bride, 1973

Shelley appeared in many ads during her modeling days. One of them was for Tel-A-Bride, LTD. Tel-A-Bride was bridal salon chain that catered to the needs of every bride... from gowns to accessories to thoughtful and kind advice. Their shops were located in various parts of the US. Their advertisements as well as brochure-type advertisements appeared in many of the most popular bridal magazines like Modern Bride. In the 1973 February/March issue of Modern Bride, Shelley was featured in a brochure-type ad for Tel-A-Bride. She modeled two looks. One of which was a wedding gown, headpiece and veil by George Maurer for Maurer Originals. George Maurer was a wedding dress designer known for creating beautiful, well-fitted, and layered gowns that, at the same time, were practical and comfortable. Maurer Originals was a bridal wear company well known for their Chantilly lace, satin and net  gowns of this style. Another was a wedding gown by Fink Original. Fink Original was a bridal line that included gowns and wedding accessories. It was a line that specialized in  intricate details, luxurious fabrics, and timeless designs... combining classic elegance with modern aesthetics. In both looks, Shelley was stunning and beautiful.

Shelley in an ad for Tel-A-Bride, 1973

Shelley in an ad for Tel-A-Bride, 1973