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Now that you know the style of your gown, you can begin researching bridesmaid dresses, decide on one you love and place an order. You don't have to mimic your dress completely, but match fabrics or design details for a bridal party (and pictures) that looks pulled together.
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Wedding Traditions: Meaning of "Something Old, Something New..."?
Q.
What is the meaning of "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue"?
A.
This tradition comes from an Old English rhyme ("Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, A Sixpence in your Shoe"), and the four objects that the bride adds to her wedding outfit or carries with her on the big day are just good luck charms. Don't stress too much about them -- they are the little tokens of love your mother, sister, other relatives, and attendants will give you at the eleventh hour (although you can give them to yourself, too). Something old represents continuity; something new offers optimism for the future; something borrowed symbolizes borrowed happiness; something blue stands for purity, love, and fidelity; and a sixpence in your shoe is a wish for good fortune and prosperity, although this remains largely a British custom.
How to find the perfect wedding dress for your figure
Find the Kindest Cut for Your Figure
Even though we ladies come in every size and shape, many of us face similar figure challenges when trying to find our dream dress. Find your match-up below and see what the pros suggest…
Even though we ladies come in every size and shape, many of us face similar figure challenges when trying to find our dream dress. Find your match-up below and see what the pros suggest…
If you’re pear shaped, want to conceal a not-so-flat tummy, or have full hips and thighs… “The best cut to look for when trying to cover this area is something with a natural waist such as soft A-line skirt or ball gown, which gives an amazing fit in the upper torso area while hiding anything from the waist down,” according to Francesca.
This structured bodice not only shows off a fabulous upper-half, the A-line skirt conceals a larger bottom creating the illusion of a more proportional silhouette.
If you’re tall or especially slender… Look for something with a simple and clean silhouette. Column dresses with a nipped waist are a nice choice. Just be sure to avoid anything that is overly embellished as these dresses can come off as kitschy on a taller frame.
The wrapped bodice, draped waist and slit-open back provide detail in the actual construction of the dress as opposed to beading or other embellishments.
If you don’t have curves or have an athletic build… Look for a silky gown that’s cut on the bias with a trumpet skirt. The combination of the curved side seams and the flared bottom will provide you with a sultry silhouette. Pitera also recommends mermaid style gowns as they “will add shape and curves.”
The combination of angles at the necklace, waist and just below the hips will create the illusion of an hourglass figure.
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If you’re petite… Most styles work, however it’s best to look for something that hits above your natural waist in order to create the illusion of an elongated stature. Francesca suggests an empire cut. Another insider tip to keep in mind: Embellishments should be justas tiny as you are—big bows and adornments will overwhelm your small build.
Embrace your inner fairy princess and go for an A-line skirted ball gown where the waist nips in at the midsection of your ribcage.
If you’re busty… A sweetheart neckline is a lovely choice since it doesn’t create a blunt line across your décolletage (which can make it look shelf-like), plus this neckline won’t show too much cleavage either. It’s also important to look for a matte fabric as shiner blends like organza and satin can create the illusion of an exaggerated bust. Another attractive option to consider when dealing with a larger bust is an “illusion neckline,” which happens to be very on-trend for 2013 according to Francesca.
Show off your best assets and your fabulous curves in a strapless trumpet skirt gown such as the above by JLM Couture.
If you have a small chest… Dresses with wrapped or ruched bodices are your best friend as are halter gowns with v-fronts. Don’t forget that you can add some light padding to this area as well—that’s what cutlets were created for!
If you have an hourglass figure… Lucky for you, nearly any cut will work with your figure (you can thank your mother later). If you want to play up your curves, Pitera suggests looking for a mermaid style silhouette with a fitted bodice or a ball gown to show off your well-defined waist.
Select a shape that will show off your favorite asset—whether it’s your back, your neckline or your derrière.
If you’re plus-sized or very curvy… Search for something with an empire waist and a wrapped bodice. Styles that come to a v in front and gather just below the bust-line can be incredibly flattering as well, especially when they have a tempered floor length A-line skirt.
Every woman has beautiful collarbones and the wide shallow-scooped neckline on this JLM Couture gown is a wonderful way to show off that area.
The Golden RuleWhen I asked Francesca what the biggest mistake brides-to-be make when selecting a wedding dress, she replied, “Not being true to your own personal style. Brides should stay true to what makes them feel beautiful and captures their individuality. Brides-to-be should wear something that they are comfortable in, something that captures their story and something that they can look back on many years later and still love.”
FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR DRESS!
Finding the perfect dress can be tricky if you don't go into the process with a little help.
There is a lot of pressure during the wedding planning process and it seems that the gown is the epicenter of it all. Stepping into that gorgeous gown means this wedding thing is 100 percent real. So before you start operation Find a Perfect Wedding Dress, take a deep breath and try to go into the process calm as a cucumber. Trust us -- you'll find the one. And it will be perfect.
Scour the web and magazines for wedding dresses you think might be your cup of tea, but remember that just because they look gorgeous on someone else doesn't mean you are going to fall head over heels in love when you try one on. So study up on the styles you like (sleeves or no sleeves, full or slim-fitting), but realize it might all change when you try on the wedding dress you decide to walk down the aisle in. Being open-minded is key to finding "the one."
Are you a seaside bride getting married in the sand? A rustic chic bride with a barn reception? Are you planning a black-tie city soiree? A modern bride getting married in an art gallery? These wedding styles are typically a good guide to what your overall style is, so envision how you want to look in your dream wedding surroundings, and let that help you decide on which wedding gown complements the vision of your dream day.
The fabulous thing about wedding dresses nowadays is that there are pick-your-jaw-off-the-floor gorgeous gowns at every price range. No lie. So let your price range be known and stick to it. Save your extra pennies for a fabulous pair of shoes!
Think about the whole shebang when purchasing your gown. Your veil, your shoes, your jewelry and even what your bridesmaids will be wearing -- it doesn't stop at the wedding dress. Envision your entire look and then make like Rachel Zoe and play stylist!
The most important tip of all the "find your perfect dress" tips is find a dress you can't wait to twirl in. One that makes you stand a little taller, one that makes your heart flutter and one that makes you feel like a bride. There are no rules. Even if the look on your mom's or best friend's face isn't as smitten, when you find that dress... you'll know.
Many boutiques do allow for walk-ins but the gown hunt will be so much more pleasurable if you take the time to make an appointment, you show up on time and you’re gracious to your consultant who will be lugging very heavy dresses back and forth. By booking that appointment, you'll guarantee that you have one person on staff giving you one-on-one attention and that you'll get the best possible service that they can give.
Bring one to two of your most trusted people with you.
When you fill the room with all of those you love, you also fill the room with a myriad of tastes and opinions -- many of which won't hold back their criticism or elation -- which may or may not match what you feel. Having the support of one to two people makes the experience fun while still allowing for your opinion to reign Queen.
Take a deep breath
Do your homework, but stay open-minded
Hone in on your wedding style
Know your budget
The fabulous thing about wedding dresses nowadays is that there are pick-your-jaw-off-the-floor gorgeous gowns at every price range. No lie. So let your price range be known and stick to it. Save your extra pennies for a fabulous pair of shoes!
Accessorize
Think about the whole shebang when purchasing your gown. Your veil, your shoes, your jewelry and even what your bridesmaids will be wearing -- it doesn't stop at the wedding dress. Envision your entire look and then make like Rachel Zoe and play stylist!
Choose a wedding dress that is 100 percent you
Make an appointment
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When you fill the room with all of those you love, you also fill the room with a myriad of tastes and opinions -- many of which won't hold back their criticism or elation -- which may or may not match what you feel. Having the support of one to two people makes the experience fun while still allowing for your opinion to reign Queen.
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