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Dec 26, 2012

Here Are Some Interesting Winter Bridal Makeup Ideas

Winter symbolizes sizzling fires, piping hot food and a pleasant weather and this makes winter the perfect season to have your wedding. But your wedding can be incomplete if you don't take some inspiration from this lovely season and add a wintery touch to your make up. So here are some interesting winter bridal makeup ideas.

Ditch red, go for pinkRed may be the traditional wedding colour but modern brides don't really mind experimenting. So this winter, ditch red and go the pink way. Baby pink lips, a rose blush and ethereal silver eye shadow can make a bride look stunning.


Silver eye shadow in particular can create beautiful smoky eyes which will give you a 'naughty and nice' look. Be careful when you choose the shades, though. Baby pink and pearly silver look good on brides with light skin tones, whereas those with darker complexions should opt for denser hues like fuchsia and metallic silver.


Bronze overtones with a dash of gold look fabulous on brides with wheatish complexions. If you don't mind trying out a different look, you can combine brown and pink hues to create smoky eyes with a twist. You can then paint your lips with a beautiful prim rose colour and make them look absolutely gorgeous. Orange lips look great too, but use it only if you think you can carry off this bold look with élan. A mix of matte beige and brown topped with sheer lip gloss can make you look really delectable.

Brides with a fair complexion can go for cherry red lips and flushed cheeks. The idea behind flushed cheeks is to make the bride look as natural as possible and it is not always necessary to use make up for this look. Many brides prefer pinching their cheeks to make the look as natural as possible or maybe rub little beetroot juice on their cheeks. Peach blush looks good on brides with a fair complexion too.

If your bridal dress is white, then you can go for the angel look. Pick up blue, white and silver shades to create a dramatic look for your eyes. Keep your lips natural and dab them with a sheer lip gloss or if you wish, you can opt for shimmery berry shades as well.

Dec 19, 2012

What To Do If You Want To Plan A Good Wedding Reception

A wedding is a joyous occasion. People come together to celebrate the union of a bride and groom. They eat, drink and toast the newlyweds. But weddings take time to plan, and it can become very stressful doing so. Often times the bride will take on the bulk of the planning, and she may enlist a wedding planner to assist. Careful consideration is taken when planning a wedding reception. When there are difficulties, it is easier to categorise your tasks into groups. These may be food and drinks venue, entertainment, decorations, date and time and budget. Though a planner may have a network of people to rely on, in getting things into place, the final decision should be yours on the exact choices.

The wedding reception planning can take some serious considerations; especially as it relates to venue and food. But this takes does not have to be daunting. The first step is to find a location both that the couple both agree on. When you are deciding on this, think about its accessibility and how easy it is for people to get to it. Can they accommodate the number of guests and do they have experience hosting weddings. Check with the coordinators at the wedding location, that the date and time you have selected is available.


Another aspect of planning a wedding reception is the budget. Prepare a wedding budget and stick to it. Setting price line for individual expenditure items will save you in the long run. Shop around during the selection of the wedding venue and find out if the costs differ, for things like food preparation, entertainment, and wedding favors. These items, handling them separately, can really cut into your budget unawares.

Once you have a wedding budget, it is time to set the menu. What type of beverages will you have at your wedding? Will you cater for non alcoholics? How do you plan on serving the food? Will it be served by waiters or buffet style? What dessert options will be on the menu? Will there be more than two? Will you serve chicken or fish?
What will be the centre? Or what type of wine will you use for the toast? All these questions need to be addressed when planning your wedding reception meal. The best decision is to give people a option in each course, as you do not want them to be forced to eat something they don't like.

Once you have settled on food and drinks, your next consideration can be the wedding decorations. This helps to set the ambiance of the venue and the wedding reception itself. This is what your guests will remember for years to come. Keep in mind the centre pieces for the tables, the number of tables, and chairs you'll need. You will also need flowers, candles or streamers. These should not be random decisions or selections. Another area for consideration is entertainment and wedding music. You will need to select a DJ, band or instrumental wedding band. The type of wedding music needs to blend well with the ambiance and setting.

Dec 11, 2012

The Traditions And New Trends About Chinese Wedding Dresses

From the ancient time, when Chinese girls married the Chinese boys, they would wear the Chinese wedding dresses called Qi Pao which was not the same as the western countries.

As time goes by, nowadays many Chinese brides also wear the wedding dresses as the girls in western countries, however, the Chinese weddings are still full of tradition. For all the Chinese, red is the most popular color around the whole country. If you have a little knowledge about the Chinese culture, you will know the color red plays a very important role in Chinese culture, no matter what happened in China, if it is a good affaire, Chinese people will wear read clothes, use the red cars and so on. In a word, the red color is important for the Chinese people. So the wedding party is absolutely the happy affaire in Chinese life, the red wedding dresses such as Qi Pao is necessary for the new couples.


Qi Pao is the traditional bridal gown in China which is make by the satin with a one-piece frock. The embroidery in that dress is created by the elaborate silver and gold designs. While some places brides would like to wear that dress which is elaborately by gold dragon and phoenix. The dress is always in the red color and people wont change the color of the wedding dress just because they think red id a good representation for good things and a happy life. The brides wear the red bridal gowns means a good beginning in the new couples life.

But as time goes by, with the development of our society, the Chinese new people would rather try the new trend as the outside world. The bride would like to wear the wedding dress first before the wedding party which will be held in the restaurant. She will wear the bridal dress just as the outside brides when she is still at her own home, then when the bridegroom with his good friends come to take her to their new room, then she will change the dress to the Qi Pao, and then they will go to the restaurant to hold the wedding party.

That is the traditional Chinese wedding party and the wedding gowns in China. By the way, the Qi Pao is a very slim dress, if you want to wear that special dress, youd better have a very good body shape so that you will be a stunning bride on that day.

Dec 5, 2012

Here Are Some Newest Winter Wedding Dresses Trends This Year

Winter is now the "It" season for weddings! Winter wedding dresses need special care as they are usually constructed with heavier, more dense fabrics. They may also include extra layers verses their summer counterparts. At Champion Wedding Gown Specialist in Birmingham Alabama we have three Certified Wedding Gown Specialists on site to ensure the best possible cleaning and care of your gown.

Here's a showcase of some of the Winter Wedding Dresses Trends we're seeing this year.


Dennis Basso

With this beatiful gown, the star of the dress is the jacket. The bolero features three quarter length sleeves and a decoratice neckline. The illusion created between the mermaid dress and the short bolero is perfect balance.

Enzoani

A caplet holds a touch of elegance that most bridal accessories fail to grasp. The hemline's lace echos that of the capelet.

Marchesa

Reminiscent of Kate Middleton's royal wedding gown, the full sleeves and high neckline of this Marchesa design offer maximum coverage and a little extra warmth.

Carolina Herrera

Knee-length hemlines can be winter-appropriate if the dress is fashioned from a weightier textile, such as silk Mikado—as with this Carolina Herrera dress. The cozy angora bolero adds an extra dose of warmth.

Pronovias

The light, sheer sleeves offer just enough coverage without being overly demure, while the intricate embroidery and crystal sash add a festive feel.

Nov 28, 2012

How To Preserve Your Wedding Dress

You spent a great time in selecting that perfect dress for your wedding. You may now hope that the beautiful wedding gown be worn by your sister or your daughter on their 'big day' or you may want to treasure your wedding gown for sentimental reasons. In both the cases, you need to preserve the dress, in order to retain its beauty for the coming years. Many people do not know how to preserve their precious wedding dress and often end up in either spoiling the color or fabric of the gown or even staining it. If you are also in such a situation, then this article is just for you. Check out the following lines and know how to preserve your wedding dress.


People often dispose off their wedding dress bags, thinking that the plastic bag would be of no use in the future. A little known fact is that the bag can be very handy, when you want to preserve your wedding dress for the future. So, make sure to save the bag in which your wedding dress came.

In addition to the bag, you will need a clean, white cotton sheet to wrap the wedding gown. Wash the cotton sheet in hot water, before using it for the purpose. Do not use detergent to wash the sheet, because the chemicals might ruin the fabric of the sheet and eventually, your wedding gown.

Wrap the wedding gown in the washed and dried cotton sheet and then cover it with the plastic bag. Be careful while wrapping the gown, so as not to result in tearing away of the fabric or the hemming.

Send your wedding dress for dry cleaning, one or two days after the wedding ceremony is over. Ensure that you send your precious gown to a professional dry cleaner, who specializes in preserving formal gowns. You may get some help from the bridal shop, about a good dry cleaner.

Ask the dry cleaner to take care of your gown, during the cleaning process. Alert him about the stains in the gown, if any. If the ornaments in the gown are glued on to it, rather than sewed, do not forget to inform the cleaner about the same. This is very important, because the ornaments often fall off during the cleaning process.

Ask your dry cleaner to wrap the wedding gown in a clean, acid-free tissue papers. Be sure to mention that you want the high quality tissue papers to be put in between the folds of the gown, to avoid permanent wrinkles on the dress.

Ensure that the dress is stored in an acid-free box, since the chemicals present in the acid can spoil the fabric of the gown. If possible, ask the cleaner to wrap the dress in an acid-free box, after completing the cleaning process.

After you have collected your wedding gown from the dry cleaner, place it in your closet, in a very neat manner. You may hang the wedding gown in a padded hanger, to avoid wrinkles.

The wedding gown should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. The temperature of the store room should also be taken care of. This is because the temperature has an indirect effect on the fabric of the gown, after it gets treated with chemicals during the dry clean.

Inspect your wedding dress on each anniversary to check whether it is in good condition or not. Make sure that you allow the dress to 'breathe' and then store it properly again.

Oct 25, 2012

Some Usefull Small Wedding Tips

Why on earth would anyone like to throw a smaller wedding? In these days of over-the-top celebrity weddings and spending enough on a wedding ceremony to put you in debt for years to come, you do not hear much about small weddings. But they're making a comeback, specifically for those brides who prefer a more personal, intimate atmosphere. That's why I wanted to share some small wedding tips with you in this post.
First, though, let me clarify several things. A small wedding does not mean an informal wedding, or a simple wedding, or a inexpensive wedding (though obviously, because the guest list is dramatically reduced, there can be significant savings). It simply refers to the size of the guest list. Instead of inviting your best friend's great aunt from Pittsburgh, the guest list and big event are confined to a small circle of close relatives and friends. How small? Frequently as small as only ten to fifteen people.
Beyond sharing the most critical day of your life with a small, intimate group of friends, a small wedding allows you the freedom to focus on those aspects of the wedding which are most important to you and might otherwise have been out of your reach.
For example, a smaller wedding makes a destination wedding far more practical than a large wedding. A destination wedding is strictly as it sounds ... the wedding is held out of town, at a setting that meets the interests of the bride and groom. Las Vegas is a destination wedding. A theme park, such as Disney World, is a destination wedding. There really are few limitations ... a mountain lodge, a beach house, a bed and breakfast, a ski trip, and so on. While the wedding ceremony and guest list are small, a destination wedding becomes much simpler to achieve.
You also have more leeway in your food options. If this is a significant area for the wedding of your dreams, then catering or dining out at a fine restaurant are more likely to fit within your budget. However, you could equally enjoy a potluck or a buffet or even an afternoon of hors d'ourves. A smaller wedding party allows you the freedom to pursue the wedding you really want for yourself.
The idea behind a smaller wedding is to share your special day with only a few exclusive people. Since the size of the wedding celebration and guests is definitely manageable, small weddings suggestions often allow you to pursue the wedding of your dreams when otherwise it would not be possible. Whether it's a fancy, elegant wedding or a few close friends sharing a common interest, it's your choice. Make your intimate wedding a wedding that you will never forget.

Jul 4, 2012

There Are A Lot Of Taboos For Wearing White Wedding Dress

We all laways attend the wedding parties, and among all the wedding dresses, the white ones may be the most common ones all over the world, White wedding dress is romantic, beautiful ad elegant, so there are so many brides are crazy about it, but for wearing a beautiful white wedding dress, there are also a lot of taboos.

Wedding bride should be generous grace, fresh and elegant, she should not be too bright, redundancy, so don't put all that beautiful ornaments are heap to themselves, but the bride makeup should be dignified ladies.After all the white Celebrity Dresses not with beautiful lips makeup, too seems to be misfits.


White wedding dress is best not with red shoes.Because in western culture, red represents the plunge into the fiery pit, also cannot with saffron, red belt, wear red underwear, something red, because the white represents purity, and red on the contrary.White Quinceanera Dresses with matching white, gold or silver shoes.

Shoes match, often have the bride wedding dress, select the red underwear, same existence incongruous problem, also because of possible and wedding do not match, not fit, such as color exposed situation, so it's best to build or buy wedding at the same time, purchase special underwear.

Wear white wedding dress, wedding bouquet is the most error-prone part, often the bride dressed in white A line wedding dresses, holding a bunch of red roses, and the hand holds a flower in both hands is a Chinese wedding by.Correct collocation should take western hand holds a flower in both hands, and should not take the color is too bright flowers.

May 30, 2012

Renting A Wedding Dress, Will You Mind It?


Renting A Wedding Dress
There is really no reason to order a gown, renting or buying, if you are farther out than the yellow calendar, which is only 5 months. Yes, you are going to hear from most other bridal shop... "You must buy today or your gown won't be here by your wedding date". THAT IS NOT TRUE at Rent A Bridal Gown! Bridal gown delivery will take approx.90 days (3 months). Yes, it may take approx.105 days (3.5 months) when we approach Chinese New Year in January/February each year. Also when I place your order, the gown supplier gives me a ship date on the spot... there is no guessing when the gown will arrive. Remember ladies...we are girls...and girls change their minds all the time.

Just keep in mind, if your wedding is farther out that my yellow box, just starting doing your "homework" and make a picture portfolio of what you want. Take everything into consideration and when the yellow box has your date in it, bring in everything that you have compiled and let's take a look at what you really want.

If you're planning to say "I do" this summer but don't have a lot of money, there are great ways to cut costs on your bridal gown, including renting the dress or opting for a white bridesmaid frock instead.

With the bill of an average Canadian wedding hovering around the $30,000 mark, a bridal tradition popular in many parts of Asia is gaining traction here in B.C. – rental gowns.

Rather than paying thousands of dollars for a gown you will wear just once, consider renting a wedding dress that you can feel great in while saving money. A rental is a great option for brides who want a stunning dress without the stunning price tag.

Gown Rental Pros and Cons

Many women are interested in the rental option for their gowns. In addition to buying a wedding dress, most brides have to contend with preserving and storing the wedding dress. With a rented dress, all you have to do is choose the dress, wear it, and return in within the allotted time period. You don't even have to worry about the dry cleaning.

A rental is a great option if money, maintenance, destination location or space is an issue.

Money: With a dress rental, you'll be spending a lot less money. Many expensive designer wedding dresses will rent for only a couple of hundred dollars. In fact, many rental businesses offer packages that include veil, shoes and jewelry. Use the money saved for other wedding aspects, the honeymoon or even as part of a down payment on your future house.

Maintenance: The last thing any bride wants to worry about upon returning home from her honeymoon is cleaning and preserving her wedding dress. With a rented dress, this is the least of your worries. Once you're through with the dress, you can return it. The cleaning is handled by the rental business.

Destination weddings: Renting a destination wedding dress will save you from having to lug a heavy suit bag on a plane. Many places famous for destination weddings, such as Las Vegas or Hawaii, have many wedding rental shops to choose from.

Space: If you have limited storage space, a rental helps to eliminate the issue of where to store your wedding dress.

May 25, 2012

Wedding Dresses For Dads Easy To Prepare

your father in your wedding
For a time, he was the man in your life. You ran into his arms when he came home every night and he twirled you around. He told you funny stories before you went to sleep. He taught you how to ride a bike, dive into the pool, prune a tomato plant and name the constellations. Sure, you and Dad have had your differences (you can remember a few too many tears and slammed doors) but still the relationship you share with your father is one that you'll forever cherish. But now, the focus is on another man in your life. And on planning your wedding. You're busy picking the caterer, checking out a salsa band with your fiancé, going to a dress fitting appointment with Mom. And Dad is busy -- writing checks for deposits. He may feel like the odd one out. He's dealing with the mixed emotions of his darling daughter becoming a bride, he's not sure of his role in the whole wedding planning thing and he's wondering -- how much is all of this going to cost?
  
Father of the Bride Speech
  
Perhaps you’ve been dreaming of the day your daughter gets married for years, a day when finally you have the chance to tell the world just how proud you are of her. Then you sit down to write your father of the bride speech and suddenly your mind goes blank.
  
The father of the bride speech is a key moment in the wedding celebrations, and it can be a little daunting knowing you will have centre stage, at least for a few minutes. Try following this simple four step structure to put together the perfect father of the bride speech.
  
If you want your father to walk you down the aisle: You’ve always known Dad would walk you down the aisle. Now that special moment is coming quicker than you can imagine, and you can’t wait to share this special moment as father and daughter. When you walk together at your wedding, take small steps to take your time and soak in the moment. Share a few final words with Dad, who raised you, loved you, and is now letting you go for you to become the woman he always hoped you’d be. Even if you don’t remember what was said, you’ll remember the way you felt on your wedding day, arm-in-arm with Dad as he walked you to your groom.
  
If your father has passed away: You love your Dad, and you always envisioned him walking you down the aisle for your wedding day. Even if he isn’t physically present, you can include his memory in the ceremony. Ask an uncle, grandfather, or one of Dad’s close friends whom you respect to walk you down the aisle. If you prefer, you can also choose Mom or a grown sibling for your aisle walk. You may consider walking alone since no one can truly fill Dad’s shoes. Just remember it may be beneficial to have someone who loves you and supports you at your side for this big moment on your special day.

May 18, 2012

Don't Turn The Weddings Into A Competition As To Who Could Pick The Worst Dresses

Before deciding on your bridesmaids outfits, you need to choose your personal white for your wedding dress. Your wedding dress should be colour coordinated with your dominant colour and the personal colouring of your bridesmaids.
  
Bridesmaids Outfits
In order to choose the right white you need to know what your dominant colour is. Your dominant colour depends on your skin, eye and hair colour. Make sure when you buy your wedding outfit that your hair colour won't be different on your wedding day because this could affect your dominant colour and ultimately your personal white and the colour for your brides maids outfits.
  
Once you know your perfect white you can start to colour coordinate your bridesmaids, your mother, the flower girls, your flower bouquet, the table decorations for your reception and so on.
  
Choosing outfits to suit you all can be tricky if there are alot of bridesmaids or there is a large age range. Adults won’t want to be dressed the same as children, and the bride should bear in mind that the outfit(s) she picks need to flatter people of different ages (and sizes!).
  
Alternatively, you can ask all your bridesmaids to wear the same style and fabric, but let them choose the colour from the colour palette, which works best with your personal white, wedding theme, wedding season (summer or winter wedding) and with your wedding place (UK or overseas wedding).
  
In fact, you think she may have coped the dress exactly from My Big Fat Greek Wedding. It even poofs out at the bottom like a mermaid tail. You end up paying over $300 for this dress and with alterations, you still feel like a clown and look like a lampshade. You vow, you'll pick attractivebridesmaid dresses someday. But when that day rolls around, can you be trusted? Personally, I have been in five weddings and have attended well over thirty in my life. Now as my peers are reaching their mid-twenties, more and morewedding announcements are appearing in my mailbox.

As a dutifully bridesmaid, I will of course, wear any dress the bride chooses. However, after attending so many weddings and watching numerous bridesmaid atrocities walk down the aisle, there are a few things that I have learned about bridesmaid dresses. There are also a few things that your bridesmaids would love for you to consider before you choose a dress. Hopefully, as my days as a bridesmaid increase, my own friends will take the following things into consideration.
  
Styles - A-line dresses which look great on all different body shapes and sizes are very popular. The hottest styles right now are two-tone, two-piece floor length styles, mostly sleeveless. Also very popular are column style dresses, floor length, halter top or straps criss-crossing over the back and sleeveless. Another big trend is having a shawl accompany the dress, particularly the barer styles.
  
Colors - Platinum is very in style at the moment, as well as the paler colors, pale yellows, sand, and taupe. There is also a trend toward burgundy and hunter for Fall weddings too. Black is always in style and always a popular choice among both brides and their bridesmaids. In addition, many of the designers today are also using better quality fabrics like dupioni silk, silk chiffon and satin, velvet and crepe.
  
Combinations - Another trend is to choose a manufacturer that offers different styles in the same fabric and color and letting each bridesmaid chose the style they look best in. You could apply some simple rules - no dress above the knee, or no strapless dress (or whatever look you want for your wedding). Another popular and pretty trend, especially for spring and summer weddings, is a "color run". That means that each bridesmaid wears a different color of the same dress.
  
Although today there is less tradition around colors, styles and seasons, it is always wise to use common sense. For example, it would not be wise to choose a short cut and strapless bridesmaid dress during the winter, while a heavy material during the summer in an outdoor ceremony.
  
Your bridesmaids have very different heights and figures.
  
You have a mix of child and adult attendants.
  
Your bridesmaids are from different cultural backgrounds.
  
You can’t imagine your choice of attendants being happy dressed identically.
  
Consider body type and size before choosing a dress style. Sure, you love that sleek and simple satin sheath gown and it would definitely look classy at your wedding. But your best friend with a D-cup and runner's thighs is going to spend all night trying to hide behind her bouquet. Classic gowns can look great on all varities of bodies.

Unless you have a group of women that are all 34B and wear a size 6 jean, there are certain styles you should avoid. A strapless, empire-waist dress might look good on you, but will it on a bigger friend? Are some of your bridesmaids moms? Strapless bras are great, but for some pregnancy and breast-feeding can wreak havoc with what used to be young, perky breasts. Don't force her into a strapless gown just because it's what you would wear. Your bridesmaid dress choices should be more about what will make your bridesmaids look beautiful and less about what kind of dress you would want to wear. You're not wearing it and if they don't look good, it'll show in your pictures forever.
  
Keep it simple. Some of the most awful bridesmaid dresses are just that because there is far too much going on with them. Avoid bunchy material, extra bows, lace, ribbon, sleeves, beading or sequence. A simple a-line, floor-length lined gown with an empire waist and simple straps looks beautiful on nearly everyone. Instead of trying to do something original or unique, try going for a classic look.
  
When it comes to picking your bridesmaid dresses, the decision is ultimately yours and yours alone. However, don't try to find something to please anyone else. Of course, what you like should be your first priority because it is your wedding. But if you can manage to find something you like that will compliment your bridesmaid's natural beauty, your wedding will be all the more beautiful. Remember also that there's a good chance these women will also be choosing bridesmaid dresses for you at some point. Don't turn your weddings into a competition as to who could pick the worst dresses. Instead, choose a dress that will have everyone at your wedding commenting on how incredibly classy you really are.

May 13, 2012

Choose The Right Wedding Dress Style For Your Own Body Shape


Everyone thinks they know how to choose a wedding gown. What most women don’t realize is fabrics, style and measurements can influence the style of wedding dress that best complements a particular body type.This article will help you choose the right wedding dress style for your own body shape.

There are five popular styles of wedding dresses. All are beautiful, but choosing the right one can accentuate your best assets and hide any areas you're more conscious of, no matter your shape or size.

A-Line/Princess: Named after the shape the dress visually creates, this style is classic and simple. The A-line dress is fitted around the bodice and flows out to the ground. Its length can range from above the knee to full length that flows into a large train, and it can be made with everything from free-flowing silks to heavier fabrics such as satin. The princess cut version of the A-line dress is more dramatic and emphasizes this style’s clean lines by utilizing vertical panels that run from the neckline to the hem.

Who It Flatters: The A-line dress is a good general option for almost any bride. The full skirt of the A-line can hide a rounder lower body or create the illusion of curves on a narrow frame. If your main goal is to slim, the princess style is a great option that elongates lines creating a slimming effect as the eye naturally focuses on the length of the dress.

Empire: The empire dress is unique for its raised waistline that sits just below the bust, from which the rest of the dress flows down. Empire dresses can have varying sleeve lengths ranging from longer bell sleeves to sleeveless, along with different skirt cuts that can flow freely or contour to your body. Additionally, empire dresses are usually made from lighter fabrics, so this style of dress takes on a romantic feel.

Who It Flatters: An empire dress works well on most body types but is specifically flattering for a bride looking to enhance her bust. On the flip side, ladies with large busts also like empire dresses because the traditional square can better cover larger breasts. This dress is also ideal for pear-shaped figures, as it is forgiving of the legs and hips. Because of the room in the stomach area, this is also an ideal dress for pregnant brides.

Column/Sheath: As you can probably guess from its name, the column dress has a narrow shape that flows straight down from the top to the bottom. This dress, also referred to as a sheath, tends to hug the body and show any and all of your curves. A column dress can be a simple slip dress to a more contoured dress made of heavier fabrics such as damask.

Now that you know all about the different styles of wedding gowns, what about the sizing? Sizing can be a bit tricky as pretty much every wedding dress manufacturer has its own sizing chart. If you find a dress you're in love with, the first step to finding your perfect fit is to be properly measured with a vinyl measuring tape (cloth tapes can stretch) by a tailor at your bridal store. Once your measurements have been taken, check them against the wedding dress manufacturer's sizing chart to choose the dress that matches your largest measurements (usually if your dress shop is ordering for you, they'll take care of this step). Don’t be alarmed if your wedding dress size is different than your everyday non-wedding attire. It is quite common for dress sizes to be at least one or two sizes larger than the size you're used to wearing.

If you are planning to lose weight before the wedding, be very realistic about your size on your wedding day. It's better to err on the side of caution as you can always make a dress a little smaller, but it's near impossible to make a wedding dress larger. It's kind of like getting your hair cut: You can always cut more hair off, but once you cut it, it's gone for a while. And weeks before the wedding, who needs the added stress of trying to get those last few pounds off?

Almost every woman will need a little alteration when it comes to her wedding dress. Know that the entire sizing and fitting process will take four to six weeks (or even longer if your gown needs to be custom ordered) so don't put this off until the last minute. Also, remember to wear the same undergarments and shoes that you'll be wearing on your wedding day so that your tailor can get accurate measurements.

Your wedding dress is one of a hundred decisions you'll make during your wedding planning, but it’s a very important decision that will undoubtedly determine how you feel on your big day. So choose a dress that fits properly (snug so that it won't fall off, but not so tight that you can't enjoy that wedding cake!), flatters your figure and makes you feel like the beautiful bride that you are!

The Petite Bride

A-line wedding dresses are also flattering on petite women. As we stated earlier, this style lengthens the body. Sheaths seem to shorten a small body even more, so petite women should avoid sheath-style wedding dresses. Also steer clear of very full skirts, which will make you look ‘bottom heavy.’ You want to keep your wedding dress proportionate to your body.

Be careful with strapless gowns — a petite woman may have to lift her arms to reach up to her new husband (can you say ‘wardrobe malfunction’?). A cap sleeve gives the feeling of a strapless gown, and also serves the practical purpose of holding the gown in place.

The Large-Busted Bride

Off-the-shoulder gowns look wonderful on a full bust. It draws our attention upward, emphasizes the shoulders and minimizes the chest. Keep your skirt narrow. Wearing a full skirt will make you look large both on top and bottom.

The Bottom-Heavy Bride

Women who are larger through their hips and buttocks should look for a wedding dress that focuses on their upper body — preferably with a full skirt.

Show off your arms, back and bustline.

A corset-style bodice with lacing will highlight your upper body. We want to draw attention away from your hips. Avoid pleats or gathered fabric around the waist. An A-line skirted wedding dress always works the best for this body type.

May 8, 2012

A Few Wedding Dresses Shopping Tips That Can Help You Along The Way


Wedding Dresses
Weddings can be expensive. The average wedding today in the United States costs an estimated $29,000.00

One of the important considerations you will have is finding the right dress. Brides will spend an average of $1000.00 and more on their dress. You want quality workmanship, beautiful fabric and the style that's best for you.

A wedding dress is something all brides dream about and since this will probably be the most expensive dress you will ever buy, it's important that you make the right choice. Remember that it's a dress that you will probably wear only once, so keep this in mind!

To help you make your decision, take a family member with you or some of your friends who you know will be honest. There's a lot of money at stake, so its important you stay in charge. Don't be afraid to shop around - there are many businesses out there all wanting a piece of the wedding industry. Take your time and go with the store you feel most comfortable with and who provides the best customer service.

Once you have made a decision on a dress, ask the shop to store it for you until the big day. That way it will stay pristine. If you order a dress outside of your country, have it delivered one month before your wedding to make sure you have time for alterations. Don't be afraid to negotiate with some of the vendors. Believe it or not, there are some vendors that will negotiate!

One of the biggest moments of your wedding is selecting your wedding dress. All brides can't wait to go dress shopping and find that perfect dress just suited for them. Here are a few shopping tips that can help you along the way.

Don't do it alone. Always take someone from the bridal party, close friend or your mom with you. Receiving opinions on the style and type of dresses you try on from your trusted family and friends is not only important but helps relieve a bit of the stress. Don't take an entourage with you though as so many different opinions will make it even more confusing for you to choose.

Never wear makeup or lipstick. The dresses are mainly white and some may be difficult to get into. The last thing you want is to have red lipstick, mascara or foundation on them. What if you find the "one" but it had a makeup spot. Sure things can be cleaned but you want that dress to be perfect. It's also just being considerate for the next bride who tries on that gown.

Don't forget your undergarments. Always wear or bring with you a strapless bra or corset in your correct size. If you happen to have the shoes or jewelery picked out bring that along as well so you can see how everything flows. If you are wearing your hair up for the wedding then put it up when trying on the dresses.

Buying the dress. This is a bit tricky. Some brides will put a dress on and know this is the one and will purchase it immediately while others will shop from store to store, and go on-line to make sure they have scouted out many different designs and styles. I do hear that many brides always go back to the first dress they tried on. Don't put too much pressure on yourself by trying dresses on for months. I promise you will know when you find the "perfect one". Once you put it on it will just feel right.

Size of the Dress: You should buy a dress that it a little big for you and can be altered. If the dress is purchased a year before the wedding remember that your weight may fluctuate during this time frame especially with a little added stress that comes with planning a wedding.

These suggestions are designed to help you along the way. Hopefully this will be the only time you will purchase and wear a wedding dress so have fun. You are going to look and feel like a princess on your wedding day and as you make that walk down the aisle your prince charming will be waiting!


Apr 29, 2012

Black Wedding Dresses Can Bring A Spectacular Look On Your Wedding


Black Wedding Dress
More and more brides getting married today are making wedding dress sections based on what is in style and fashionable rather than following the traditions. Traditional white and ivory colors of wedding dresses are a good choice and by far the most common choices as well. Some brides choose to buck tradition and wear colored wedding dresses. Black is a color that is becoming trendy.

Black wedding gowns can bring a spectacular look on your wedding. You can have different strategies to bring out the best and uniqueness for your wedding. A black dress can make a prefect combination with pastel colors. You can ask your groom to wear white tuxedo while you wear your black dress. When deciding on a black wedding dress, that doesn't mean you have to wear all black. Add other colors that can balance the black color of your dress. A black wedding dress with white accents is fashionable.

Finding a wedding gown that is black could be very difficult. Most of the bridal boutique sells a white, ivory or muted other color of gowns aside. On the other hand, searching online can help you but expect uncommon colors of wedding dresses to be more expensive. Most of the available wedding dresses are white and all the dark dresses, including black, are mostly made by undisputed designers. If you're having a hard time finding a gown in the wedding dress section, try to look at dresses from a prom section or other formalwear. You may find the perfect black wedding dress there. If your search still has not produced a gown, you can have a professional seamstress make your dress. In that way you get exactly the style you want using the fabric and color you want.

When planning your wedding and choosing your gown, select one that reflects your character. Don't stick too much to the traditional ways in planning a wedding if you are not a traditional bride. Do it your way and according to your interest and you will be happier with the outcome.

The black wedding dress is a unique dress that when blended well can stand out to give the best effect and change to your wedding. There are tips that can help you choose the best black wedding dress. These are;
Choose a stunning and simple dress that will give you an elegant and sophisticated look. You can alternatively make it on your own to match the design and the style you would like. This is also an effective way of saving the cost you would use to purchase the dress online.

There are very many online stores that sell a variety of wedding dresses where you can find your ultimate choice. Take your time and browse through as many sites as possible to end up with the best that you can find. This will help you know the fashion trend and the new designs out in the market. The comparison will also enable you get the best offer for the best black wedding dress.

Consider the theme of your wedding. Black works best for Halloween season. This will give the best effect and memory of the season of your wedding. Many people may not concur with your choice but they might appreciate based on the way it looks on you.

You can check in the local stores around your location and look for the best design then ask whether the same design can be found in black. This will save you the time spent shopping for a specific black dress. This needs enough time since very few stores sell or have these dresses in display or on stock.

As you plan to wear your black wedding dress there are ways that you can ensure it stands out. You can blend it with other colors like white in small portions on the dress; use other color of flowers and accessories. The colors that can blend well with red are bright red and sunset orange among others depending on your wedding theme.

You can combine the tradition by having an all white tuxedo. You can select the bridesmaid dresses that have black sash or wrap in a combination of the other colors on your dress or other related colors on your theme. Choose makeup that matches your skin and avoid shouting colors that may make you look wild. You could also try out accessories such as the use of ribbons around the neck or waist line. You could also use other colors that can blend well with your black wedding dress such as white ivory, cream, and lighter shades of the primary colors. These can be used in places like the jewelries, hair piece, shoes and gloves.
  

Apr 11, 2012

Get Ready To Look Ravishing With The Tea Length Wedding Dresses

Every girl nurtures a dream of her wedding day. She dreams of a typical wedding where she is the gorgeous bride dressed in a pristine white gown and as she walks the dress flows behind her. But wait! How about adding some spunk in the wedding dresses and going for smart and chic tea length wedding dresses instead.

Tea length wedding dresses can be a perfect choice if you want your wedding day to be the best day of your life. For those who must be wondering what exactly is a tea length, simply put, a dress hemmed to end at the shins, falling several inches above the ankles is a tea length wedding dress. The hem of a true tea-length dress should reach somewhere near the bottom of the calf. The dress should be about 4 inches above the ankle, though there could be a difference of a few centimeters, depending on the length of your legs. The tea length dresses can be worn for a number or occasions, be it a wedding or a garden party or a wedding by the beach. The wedding shoes and accessories play an integral role in drastically changing the look of the dress.

Advantages of Tea Length Wedding Gowns

This length of wedding dresses is considered best for warmer climates. They are ideal for tropical theme weddings or beach weddings. These dresses are not only cost-effective but extremely comfortable as well. They are less expensive than the full length wedding gowns. They make a flawless design for a wedding dress if you have planned an informal or semi-formal wedding. You will look absolutely delightful. Also, this type of wedding dresses offer a wide scope for experimentation. You can create a unique and customized design for your wedding dress. Nothing can be better suited for women with lovely long legs than wedding dresses with tea length. These dresses will enhance their height and they can flaunt their legs. The choices in designs have become plentiful. You have the scope to think out of the box when it comes to these dresses.

Variations in Tea Length Wedding Gowns

It is essential to find dresses of the right length that suits you perfectly. You can choose from among the various styles like A-line strapless tea length wedding dresses, A-line combined with V neck and slightly short wedding dresses, or a sleeveless spaghetti strap wedding dress, satin and chiffon dresses with sleeves, and many more. You just need to add the correct accessories. You can have an exquisite tiara, lace and jewelry. Also, if you like a full length gown, the skirt can be altered to a tea length. You can also customize the tea length wedding dress with a halter neck, the off shoulder style, an asymmetrical hem line, or a dress with a belt and bow at the waist. You can go in for frills or choose a plain elegant dress, and you can also try using a stole with the dress.

Colored Tea Length Wedding Gowns
You can experiment with a huge color palette when it comes to wedding dresses of this length. You have a wide range to choose from when you are looking for wedding dresses with color. You can stick to the traditional, white or ivory wedding dresses or you can go in for colors as well. Soft, pastel colors are recommended for this type of a wedding dress. If you want to add some color rather than going in for the traditional white color, you can have a wedding dress in subtle pastels like peach, light pink, lavender. You can also try a sober shade of yellow which will be perfect for an outdoor wedding. Bright colors or dark colors do not suit this type of wedding dresses, but you can always experiment.

Tea Length Wedding Dresses with Sleeves
These wedding dresses can vary in their lengths. Depending on this, you can have a variety of casual wedding dresses. You can have sleeveless dresses or you can experiment with the length of the sleeves as well. You can choose between a full sleeves or a maggi sleeves dress. You can also have a Chinese collar tea length wedding dress with the regular length of sleeves or alter the length of the sleeves depending on your body. Plus size tea length wedding dresses are available but it is not recommended as it makes the body look shorter. But you can experiment with various types of plus size wedding dresses suiting your style.

Vintage Tea Length Wedding Gowns
The 1950s vintage style for a tea length wedding dress is perfect for that impeccable classy look. It will give you a feminine look, especially if it is in chiffon. You can also have this dress with a waistband. You can add a dash of color with a pink, lavender or light blue waistband. You can also have sequins and laces to make the dress look stunning. It is counted among one of the petite wedding dresses.

The idea of wedding dresses with tea length is certainly catching momentum. It is the ideal wedding dress for today's modern woman. These beautiful dresses come in a variety of fabrics. You can choose the fabric as per the weather or the theme of the wedding. You can go in for a thin fabric if it is a summer wedding or a thicker fabric if you plan for a winter wedding. But whatever the fabric, these wedding dresses are bound to look incredible. You can think out of the box and go in for a feisty tea length wedding dress. So get ready to look completely ravishing with one of the tea length wedding dresses on your big day and make your groom fall in love with you all over again!

Apr 1, 2012

Unconventional Wedding Dresses Live It To The Fullest

The love of your life has just asked you to spend the rest of your life with him. The proposal was perfect; everything that you always wanted. If you are like most women, then your next thought after the initial euphoria dies down, will be to shift gears to start the planning for your wedding. And what is more important to any bride than her wedding dress. Every woman, without exception, wants to look her prettiest on the day she gets married. After all, there are only so many occasions in everyone's life when one gets to be the cynosure of all attention. Which is why it becomes important to opt for a unique wedding dress, one that sets you apart. Unconventional wedding dresses are difficult to find, but the search is definitely not impossible. As long as you know what you are looking for, finding that perfect wedding gown should be a breeze.

Choosing Unconventional Wedding Dresses

If you want to pick out untraditional wedding dresses for yourself, then the best way to do that you would be to design your own wedding dress, which will allow you to create a wedding dress that is not only unique but also personalized and individualistic. If you are unsure about designing a dress on your own, then there are many other alternatives that you can think about.

Go Ethnic
A great way to play around with wedding dresses and make them unique is to opt for a wedding gown that is styled like a traditional ethnic gown. For example, you could choose to model your wedding gown after a traditional African Buba gown which can look gorgeous, especially when teamed with some ethnic accessories. Another alternative can be to design your wedding dress to resemble a kimono. This can be one of the best options amongst unconventional wedding dresses. If you are using this option, give a further Oriental touch to the dress by wearing orchids in your hair, and carrying a fabric fan as an accessory. This is just one of the options for non traditional wedding dresses. Other alternatives that many brides are experimenting with are togas and saris.

Color The Day
While most women opt to stay traditional by choosing white as the color for their wedding gown, one of the options for unconventional wedding dresses would be to opt for a dress in a different color. Colored wedding dresses can be a welcome change from the usual white bridal gowns. Opt to wear a gown in the same color as your wedding color. Opt for deep colors like scarlet, fuchsia, ocean blue, turquoise, etc. These colors are rich and work very well for a wedding. Also you will rarely have the problem of comparison with another bride's dress.

Match the Theme
Most brides looking for unconventional wedding dresses often forget that one of the best ways to do the same would be to match the theme. With a Renaissance themed wedding, you can opt to get a wedding gown designed that matches the fashion of the period. If goth is more your style, then there are many designs for Gothic wedding dresses that you can opt for. Just remember that while choosing these gowns, you do not go overboard sticking to the theme by compromising on the comfort. Ensure that you are comfortable in what you wear on your wedding day.

If you have decided to wear alternative wedding dresses, remember that you may be in for bit of reaction from the guests at the wedding. Most people are conditioned to think that brides are supposed to be dressed a certain way, and seeing brides in unconventional wedding dresses may not necessarily go down well, especially with people from an older generation. But then remember, this is your day, and well, it is up to you to enjoy it and live it to the fullest, the way you want to.

Mar 25, 2012

Hippie Wedding Dresses Make You Stand Out From The Crowd

Your wedding day is approaching and you have still not zeroed in on the dress that you are going to wear on the most special day of your life. Partly, the reason for you not choosing the dress is, that you do not want to wear the conventional white gown that most women opt for on their wedding. You are looking for something different, which makes you stand out from the crowd. You want something that puts forth the values that you stand for. In short, you are looking for non traditional wedding dresses. A good option among such wedding dresses is to go in for a hippie wedding dress, although you need a particular kind of personality to opt for one. Below are some of the values on which hippie or bohemian clothing style is based, followed by some tips on the kind of hippie wedding dresses that you can opt for.

Hippie Clothing Style

Bohemian clothing for women is all about expressing one's individuality. It is based on the belief that following the latest fashion trends is like being in a rat race, so should be avoided. Hippie style of dressing is based on the philosophy that nature is inspirational and brings calm in one's life. That is why, we see so many prints of flowers, trees, sea, clouds, animals on bohemian dresses. Saving the nature, by wearing clothes made from natural material, such as cotton, is another thing which is kept in mind while dressing in a hippie style. So, all you brides, who think that they believe in such values, and also in peace and harmony all around, I suggest, should go in for hippie wedding dresses.

Hippie Wedding Dresses

Hippie wedding dresses, whether they are vintage hippie wedding dresses, or they are casual hippie wedding dresses, have one thing in common, and that is, that they all are made from long, fluttering and free-flowing fabrics. Such fabrics make the woman look even more feminine, as they accentuate the woman's natural assets. Here are some unique hippie wedding dresses styles that you can choose from.

Modern Hippie Wedding Dresses
If you are looking for modern, yet simple hippie wedding dresses, then I suggest you opt for a dress which is inspired by nature. Why not go in for a dress which is light green in color. Or, if you want to stick to white, get the wedding gown embroidered with green leaves and red flowers, to give it a different look. Go in for a gown which showcases your daring, bohemian thinking, by opting for one which is off shouldered. Empire style gowns, which are sleeveless and have a free-flowing skirt kind of look, are ideal as hippie wedding dresses.

Cheap Hippie Wedding Dresses
If you are looking for an inexpensive wedding dress, then a good idea will be to go in for handmade hippie wedding dresses. For this, you can opt for a white or a colored wedding gown of your choice, made from either cotton or chiffon. You can sew sequins or mirrors in the gown yourself or opt for patchwork. Use as much accessories as you can, but make sure that it's not overdone and that the accessories are made from either metal, wood, glass or stone. In fact, if you are on a heavier side, then accessorize yourself with long necklaces and chandelier earrings, and carry a clutch with hippie style mirror work on it, as all these will slightly take off attention from your body, and hence, will look very flattering on you. Read more on design your own wedding dress.

Hippie wedding dresses are all about being yourself, being daring and thinking out of the box. So, follow the bohemian adage of "anything goes", mix and match a few clothes and accessories, and you will be ready with an interesting and different looking hippie wedding dress.

Mar 1, 2012

Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress Provides The High-fashion Appear

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Feb 26, 2012

Modern Wedding Invitations Make The Day Special

Seeking for fabulous and eye-catching wedding invitations for the big day? Modern wedding cards are a choice you should never miss. Among all the designs for the invitation cards, modern is a simple theme you can employ since they are right of the age. For people who have fashionable thoughts regarding the wedding, it is always a good chance to show your talent in the making of wedding card.

Since wedding invitations mainly say about the wedding, you should pay special attention to the cards so that you can make unique invitation design. First of all, if you are inclined to set a theme for your wedding, you should prepare in advance the invitation planning. For instance, if you are having a garden wedding in some pastoral place, you should consider everything in the wedding stick to the theme and especially the wedding cards. Elements like trees, eye-catching flowers are always hot choices for it.

Traditional wedding invitations were simple sheets of white card with the wedding details handwritten on one side. Now many printing techniques and finishes exist to create the perfect modern wedding invitations.
Modern invitations come in a wide range of styles from funky and wacky to romantic designs. Many modern designs take advantage of full color printing to create vibrant and colorful designs. Below I have listed some themes/styles to consider for your wedding stationery.

Bold Patterns

Think stripes, large floral patterns, swirls, dots, there is so much to choose from. Many modern wedding stationery designs can be printed in a range of colors to compliment your wedding theme.

Butterflies

A choice for the romantic couples. Delicate butterflies adorn your wedding stationery to bring a touch of femininity to your wedding. For a less feminine design combine light blue and baby pink butterflies on the card.

Wallet/Pocket-Fold

This is great choice if you have a lot of information which you need to give to your guests. The pockets allow you to add extra cards such as a reply card, menu card, direction card and gift list.

Photo

Having your photo printed on the front of your wedding cards is a great way adds a personal feel to the design. For a sophisticated look have the photo printed in monochrome with your names printed in silver foil. For a more fun and relaxed wedding have your photo printed in color.

New Classic

The traditional wedding invitation is not dead yet, it has just been updated for the modern bride. Traditional styled invites are now accentuated with gilt silver or gold edging. The card used might be a colored board rather than white or maybe a pearlised card to add a touch of luxury. Raised ink adds a texture to these simple cards and comes in a variety of colors. Alternatively an embossed border might be added to create an area of interest.

Feb 21, 2012

Spring Wedding Dresses Exhibit The Qualities As The Season

Spring season, which starts in USA by the end of march, is ideal for weddings. Marking the end of the long gloomy winter season, spring brings with it greenery, colors and life. Planning a wedding in the spring season is much more fun too, with many people opting to organize the same in their own house gardens where beautiful tulips, daffodils and other flowers are in full bloom. Wedding dresses which are worn for a spring wedding should exhibit the same qualities as the season. So, for all those women who are planning to have a spring wedding, here are some unique and interesting ideas on spring wedding dresses.

Element of Nature

Whenever we think about the spring season, the first thing that comes to our mind is lush green surroundings with lots of beautiful flowers. So, the same things can be incorporated in dresses for a spring season. The bride can go in for a full length traditional white wedding gown, which has floral prints or prints of green leaves on it. To give the dress a classy look, flowers and leaves can be embroidered in the gown too. Another way to make the dress seem inspired by nature is to have artificial flowers sewed into the dress by your designer or tailor while getting it stitched.

Layers, Lace and Patterns

A gown which has a lacy, transparent bodice and a layered pattern below the waist looks very good in a spring wedding. A backless, full length, white organza gown adds to the femininity of the bride and lends her a restrained sex appeal. A white off shoulder gown with a white thread work on it, gives the bride a vintage look. Breezy styles such as gowns which have a feathered look below the waist and spaghetti straps on top, really look appealing in the spring season.

Cool Fabrics

Spring wedding dresses should be made up of sheer fabrics, such as organza, chiffon or charmeuse. Such fabrics, besides being very soft to touch, have an airy feel to them, which is ideal for the spring season. A very good idea for casual spring wedding dresses, would be to wear a knee-length white dress, instead of a full length gown, made of charmeuse fabric, which is a kind of satin silk fabric and team it up with peep-toed high-heeled shoes for a flirty look.

Cardigan

If the wedding is in march or in early part of April, keeping a matching warm cardigan handy, along with the spring wedding dresses, makes a lot of sense, since the temperatures often fluctuate during this time of the year. It becomes even more important if the wedding is planned in the night. Instead of wearing a shawl or a wrap on the wedding day, it is much better to get a matching cashmere cardigan beforehand which unlike wraps will complement the gown and not take away attention from it.

Spring Wedding Bridesmaid Dresses

Whenever one thinks of bridesmaid dresses for a spring wedding, images of pastel colored dresses which are worn in most such weddings come to mind. Instead of going by this popular trend, let the bridesmaid choose her own color for the wedding dress. Lime green and turquoise, are two unique colors which look good for bridesmaid dresses. Off shouldered, full length colored gowns with a belt or bow of contrasting bright color such as red, around the waist, make for excellent bridesmaid spring wedding dress ideas.

Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal, hence a perfect time to take marriage vows. And armed with the above spring wedding dresses ideas, any woman can look her best on the wedding day, making it the most special and unforgettable day ever.

Feb 15, 2012

Princess Wedding Dress To Be More Glamorous

Most girls have seen or read a story and imagine that one day marry and meet a prince. It is therefore normal that girls and want a few more fairy magic. The most exciting part of wedding planning, princess wedding dress, and I hope you are looking to find the perfect man. As the princess married the game a little imagination. Picture of a tacky wedding chapel, a hall followed disproportionate. There is a wedding, the princess.

It is easy for the princess dresses. There are two different ways, most commonly the princess dress. The course will be on the ground or the ball gown skirt, bigger. Our princess is wearing a wedding dress, appear dependent on the length of the dance floor or something like a real princess. It’s a good overview of most women have the ability to easily hide. Each body type would be beneficial to wear a princess wedding dress.
Some other features in most marriages the princess found. Line dress or a ball at the top of the dress is usually equipped with a jacket for you. Often very expensive, so it seems that the tip of the heart, chest, and a girl feel more like a princess. And do not forget the decor, this feature has not been easy. Would you like to be more glamorous accounts princess cut, or try something that is adorned with a satin finish.

Because the princess wedding dress of the princess so popular that it is difficult to repair almost any pocket. More complex models, decorative fabrics and a better quality of the fans of course costs more. But it is good to get other options that may be. The key to buying the right clothes, to see the budget before you begin your search. Once you know what you are willing to pay for a test session for a number of bridal shops. They say that the director does not use more of their budgets to choose from, so you will not be disappointed if cannot afford the perfect dress.

All children who became Disney Cartoons favorite princess wedding dress straight. Believe it or not, Disney has its own line of wedding dresses to capture the essence of each and capture princesses. Do not worry, do not seem to wear clothes. Someone might say that Disney. He worked as a wedding dress with a collection that is inspired the creation of a princess. If you must leave the Disney princess who think of the collection.

Feb 9, 2012

Wedding Dresses For Fat Women

This is your day, so you need to look like a princess or a queen in white gown. Nowadays many designers and fashion labels offer lots of plus size wedding dresses, regardless your size. In this post I will try to show you most beautiful designs for all body shapes.

Girls with non-ideal shape for her wedding also want to look like the most beautiful, slender and attractive. Therefore, choosing a wedding dress complete brides need particular attention. Well, that designers and bridal salons provide us with a huge selection of wedding dresses to complete.

There are lots of women who are healthy and having fat body and they remain worried when time of their wedding comes nearer regarding choosing a dressfor their selves. First of all every one should remember the age factor and try to wear the very suitable dress according to once’s age.No matter if you have bulky body and some body aspects you can hide them by wearing your plus size wedding dress.

Be confident whatever you are do not let down yourself and be confident ever you are not only one having plus size so no matter be confident. Feeling confident and strong makes you more shiny at your wedding day. Here we are sharing some very cute and fashionable Plus size wedding dresses which will definitely increase your charm on your Big day.

Most of wedding dresses are shown here in floor legth, it's to hide plus size forms. Here you will find: high neckline dress with ruffled hemline and 3/4 sleeves bolero, high-low delicate floral French lace gowns with exquisite sequin, floral embroidery romantic one-shoulder lace dress. As you understood lots of dresses are so chic and embellished with sequins and crystals, so you need to choose your favorite.

Currently, the fashion industry acknowledged the growing number of plus size women. Before only women from small to large sizes can wear fashionable clothes, plus size women now even follow the trends too. With this, even plus size wedding dresses to any institution, including plus size women flatter. There is no need to hide in loose robes or fat just to hide defects, but instead opt for stylish coats that can accent your best features.

For example, the Empire style plus size wedding dresses are a good choice for plus size women, because plus size wedding gowns falls down to the chest and the abdomen is noticeable. Although you hide the belly, the dress is not right to say. The plus size wedding dresses look fashionable as it is.

The empire cut allows the dress freely through the marriage ceremonies. Plus size wedding gowns can also be worn in all types of wedding, including the beach, garden or a religious marriage. Another style for plus size wedding dresses in a ball gown style. The skirt is also quite smooth, while the skirt has a hoop shape.

Jan 18, 2012

A Mermaid Wedding Dress For You

A mermaid wedding dress is exactly what a bold and beautiful lady would require in the most important day of her life: the wedding day. However, there are a few things you should know about these dresses, so that you will be sure that this is what you need.
To begin with, it is understandable why these dresses are called this way: they make the ladies getting married look like beautiful and sexy mermaids. So far, so good! Nothing is sexier and more impressive than adopting the image of some tempting and sensual sea creatures like this next model from Oleg Cassini.

However, in order to be able to pull off this glamorous style you have to be confident in the beauty of your body. Thus, if you know your body is not in its best shape, you could either think about wearing another dress or you may do something that will help you drop some weight.
n this way, you will be able to make your dream come true and to portray the beautiful image of a sexy mermaid.
I’m sure you have seen a lot of such dresses, so far, but still we will explain you the way these clothing items work. These wedding gowns put emphasis on your body form the chest area to the knee. Thus, all your beautiful and sexy curves are accentuated, when wearing a mermaid bridal frock. These being said, you will have to think thoroughly before picking this dress. Why? Well, even if you may have a perfect body, the total reveling of your best assets may be quite embarrassing. I’m talking here about timid and shy ladies. As you well know, it is best to have total comfort than to have your wedding reception ruined by the style of your dress.
As far as the style of neckline goes, there is nothing to worry about. If you have something precise in mind, we are happy to inform you that such bridal gowns will look gorgeous with all types of necklines: strapless, V-neck, sweetheart, one shoulder, and so on. Also, depending on the look you would like to display it is important to pick the right skirt. And here, your options are countless: flamenco, round, trumpet skirt, and so on.
And last but not least, keep in mind that if you would like to display a perfect bridal look, you would better wear this if you have a slender figure. Because, mermaid gowns emphasize the beautiful curves of a lady, women with a full body would not be advantaged by these wedding dresses. Also, make sure that the underwear lines won’t be visible. Usually, with a tight fitting dress it is more difficult to pick the right underwear, but because you want to look elegant and sophisticated you will surely find the right items.

Jan 16, 2012

Wearing Elegant Wedding Dresses

Elegant wedding dresses are a tough decision because of women’s different styles and personality. Every bride wants to look her best in her wedding day, showing off her different taste and preferences and making the gown unforgettable by attracting people’s attention. In our days the bride can chose from thousands of different models and colors to define her looks.

The first step in choosing the wedding gown is to make sure it matches the space where the ceremony takes place, the theme of the wedding and the season. The materials used will also be chosen carefully. In the summer the steamy materials are mostly preferred (chiffon, organza) while in autumn and winter will be more dense material used as satin, taffeta, etc.
A formal wedding will require a classical outfit, an elegant dress, no fancy color or bold cleavage. Outdoor wedding will give free rein to imagination, daring cuts and cheerful colors that can be found both in decor and the wedding dress. Elegant wedding taking place in locations such as ball rooms will require a sophisticated dress and jewelry especially chosen.
The bride’s personality and stature will be found in one of the classic styles of dress:
Prom dress – body molded bodice with round neckline, Basque and V or skirts, flared, and made of loose material (tulle, organza, and triple veil) or satin, taffeta. The dress will fit a bride with beautiful thin waist and wide hips, but also a corpulent bride.
Type A – dress: A classic dress, elegant and simple, with clearly defined bodice and A-shaped skirt that fits almost any type of figure and especially mignon people. The dress gives elegance and is preferred by brides leaned toward tradition.
Imperial Dress: The dress waist is placed just below the bust and continue with a straight or recommended type A-skirt for mignon figures; the dress creates a feeling of height and gives a highly sophisticated air.
Flowing dress: Wide or thin straps that highlight the bust and neck, and continue with a casual skirt that can cover imperfections in the waist or hips. This type of gown is recommended for the romantic brides.
Shirt-dress: It is found in many forms, casual (to highlight a chubby woman) or narrow (recommended a slender bride with slim waist).
Once the type of elegant wedding dress is chosen, the range of colors is extremely large, almost any color being allowed, with the condition that it must be in concordance with the natural skin tone of every person. The bride must pay special attention to makeup and jewelry to completely define her look.

Jan 11, 2012

Find The Appropriate Plus Size Evening Wedding Dress

Every woman is beautiful, even if one may have a few extra pounds or another may have a short height. The beauty of a woman is not conditioned of these things, but rather by one’s inner beauty. However, when attending a wedding party or an elegant evening at a restaurant there are some things you should know about your body, in order not to make fashion mistakes.
For instance, if you are a plus size woman, attending a wedding reception, you should know that your large evening wedding dress shouldn’t too big, but not to tight either. Why? Well, large dresses will instantly give you two or three pounds extra, whereas tight evening wedding dresses will emphasize all your flaws. Therefore, buy a evening wedding dress according to your size and you will feel comfortable, elegant and beautiful.

Also, you should know that you must not expose a lot of flesh. Firstly: because it is not appropriated for a decent lady to exhibit more than one part of her body and secondly: because you should find a evening wedding dress that will emphasize only your biggest advantages.
Therefore, if you love your décolletage, pick a mid length evening wedding dress with a deep cleavage. Thus, you will not only achieve to look sexy, but you will also be elegant at the same time.
However, if you are insecure and if you feel the urge of hiding your body, you could pick: a long empire dress that will accentuate your body beautifully. Besides that, if you will choose such a wedding dress you will have the possibility of accessorizing your outfit with a glamorous belt and some elegant jewellery. So, go for an empire evening wedding dress and your look will instantly acquire an elegant and magnificent note.

Or, if you please you could go for a tight fitting evening wedding dress, as long as it isn’t uncomfortable and as long as it doesn’t expose your body in a negative light. A great thing would be if you would wear a body shaper underneath this dress. It will hide all the unsightly bumps, making you look flawless.
All in all, we believe that you shouldn’t let your extra pounds stay in the way of your elegance and sophistication, because as you can see the market can provide you countless of wonderful elegant dresses that will embellish your appearance.

Jan 7, 2012

Consider Your Wedding Dress When Choosing Bridal Hairstyle

Dear brides, we have an idea that would certainly please you. We believe that in order to improve your bridal appearance and in order to exhibit a very neat image, you should match your wedding hairstyle with your bridal gown. Think about it: you will expose a fantastic look and besides that you will leave the impression that you have not chose your wedding items at random, but that you have really thought about every single purchase you have made.

Let’s start by mentioning the backless dresses. These are magnificent bridal gowns that not only are elegant, but they also bring a special touch to the bridal image. In order not to ruin this revealing of the back, you should wear your hair up. Thus, the effect of the dress will be shown and your comfort will be assured.

If you chose to wear a V-neck wedding dress, then you will be happy to find out that you may wear whatever hairstyle you may like. It is true that these dresses reveal your beautiful and sexy chest area, but you shouldn’t worry about your hair, because it won’t spoil the effect of this dress, but it would rather emphasize your nice décolletage.

On the other hand, if you prefer to wear your hair up, thinking that it will enable you to enjoy your party, then you should style it in an elegant and glamorous up do. Or, if you want a mid up do, you should rejoice at the news that such a dress will allow you to wear your hair in this way, too.

If you will get married in a colder season, you will prefer to wear a high neck wedding dress, because it will protect you form the chilly temperature. If you want to show all the details of your beautiful wedding dress, then you would probably prefer to wear your hair up, but if you think that your hair down will keep you warm you could keep it like that and style it in a sexy and flirty manner.Therefore, it seems that after all, regardless of the style of your dress, your hairstyle depends completely on your preferences. Still, there are a few things you should take into consideration, such as the décolletage, the cut of the dress and so on, in order to be sure that you will expose a perfect bridal look.