Front view of Once I Was a Swan by Hayley Paige, a ball gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline and structured bodice. The tiered tulle skirt features pintucks and horsehair, with a cathedral train. A matching veil completes the look.

Hayley PaigeOnce I Was a Swan

Ball Gown · Sweetheart

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NecklineSweetheart

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MaterialTulle

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Hayley Paige

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Once I Was a Swan by Hayley Paige is a ball gown with a winged strapless sweetheart neckline. The pintuck tulle skirt is tiered with horsehair and lined in nude, and the hand-embellished pintuck fabric is gorgeous. Then comes that cathedral train. You will turn heads.

You can try it on in Ivory/Ivory, and it can be ordered in Ivory/Ivory or Ivory/Nude. A matching veil is available too.

Come try Once I Was a Swan at Bride of the Pines in Aberdeen, NC. We close the shop just for you, whether you're coming from Fayetteville or Raleigh!

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Style code: HP62603

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Hayley Paige

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Step into the whimsical world of Hayley Paige wedding dresses at Bride of the Pines, a luxury bridal boutique in Aberdeen, North Carolina, near Fayetteville and Fort Bragg.

Beloved for her imaginative designs, romantic silhouettes, and unmistakable sense of whimsy, Hayley Paige has become one of the most recognizable names in modern bridal fashion. Her wedding gowns celebrate individuality through breathtaking fabrics, intricate embellishments, playful details, and unforgettable movement. From dreamy ball gowns and romantic lace wedding dresses to modern corset bodices and statement-making silhouettes, every design tells a story.

With her highly anticipated return to bridal fashion, Hayley introduced a beautiful new chapter through collections including Twice Upon A Time and REIN, showcasing her signature artistry, innovative fabrics, and couture-inspired craftsmanship.

At Bride of the Pines, our love for Hayley Paige goes beyond the gowns. Our owner and photographer, Kaitlyn Blake, has had the incredible opportunity to personally photograph Hayley's bridal collection and develop a genuine friendship with the designer herself. That personal connection makes sharing her artistry with our brides especially meaningful.

We believe finding your wedding dress should feel just as magical and personal as the gown itself. Whether you're dreaming of a whimsical princess wedding dress, a romantic designer bridal gown, or a fashion-forward statement piece, we invite you to experience the beauty of Hayley Paige bridal fashion in North Carolina at Bride of the Pines.

Because every bride deserves a little magic in her love story.