Everything had come together perfectly for Karen Haig on September 30, 2016 as she said her “I do's” with the love of her life, Billy Haig, at Battello in Jersey City, New Jersey. Overlooking the Hudson River, the scene could not have been more ideal as Karen walked down the aisle in her lavish lace and pearl ball gown, soaking in this once in a lifetime moment with her true love.

For a special day such as this, Karen wanted a gown that would be as exceptional as the event itself. Therefore, after having no luck finding the gown of her dreams at other boutiques, Karen made the trip to Kleinfeld Bridal with her mother to find a dress that could truly wow her. Initially Karen was searching for a fitted mermaid gown with lace and pearls. She wanted a gown that would show off her amazing silhouette. Karen tried on a few mermaid gowns to start off her appointment, but nothing was clicking for her. After telling her consultant that she really desired a gown with lace and pearls, Karen's consultant decided to take a chance on a dress that was a different style than what Karen was looking for. 

Karen's consultant went straight into the Pnina Tornai Boutique at Kleinfeld Bridal and grabbed a stunning two-piece ball gown that had the lace and pearls that Karen desired. She brought the gown back to Karen who agreed to try it on.

“When I tried on the dress I just fell in love with it,” Karen gushes! “I just felt like when will I ever be able to wear a gown like this again.”

Karen came out of the dressing room in the captivating ball gown to show the dress to her mother who immediately burst into tears. It was at that moment that Karen knew she had found “the one.” Wanting her whole family to see her say yes to the dress, Karen left that day without her dream gown but soon returned for the dress that had won her heart. Entourage in tow, Karen returned to Kleinfeld Bridal and after receiving an overwhelming yes from her loved ones, Karen herself was ready to say yes to the dress! 

Karen said yes to a show-stopping lace and pearl ball gown with a sweetheart neckline and lace up corset. It was certainly a once-in-a-lifetime gown! To add even more significance to this special occasion, this time at the Pnina Tornai Boutique, Karen got to meet Pnina Tornai herself! The designer came over and told Karen all about the inspiration behind the gown that was a part of her Wind Upon Water Collection and to compliment the gorgeous bride-to-be in the dress. For Karen this really brought everything together. Moved by the sincerity of Pnina Tornai and in awe of how the gown's inspiration and design fit in so well with the vibe and venue of her wedding, Karen knew she had made the right decision!