Wedding Dress: The Complete Guide

Choosing a wedding dress is a trembling moment for any girl, because everyone wants to see the admiring eyes of the groom and the enthusiastic glances of the guests. But how not to turn the search for your ideal dress into an endless walk to wedding salons with an incredible number of fittings? How not to get lost in the huge variety of models and stop rushing between several completely different options? If you don’t want to face these questions, make your search more thoughtful: take into account the features of your figure, your character, and the style of the wedding. This will allow you to make the right choice without wasting six months of your life on endless fittings. The wedding portal svadbagolik.ru will help you choose styles of dresses that will highlight all your advantages.

Style

A-line

A universal style that will suit any figure and height and almost any wedding style.
Depending on the material from which the skirt is made, it can be either classic straight or light, flowing. Brides' choice: TOP 20 flying dream dresses

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Ballroom

A fluffy dress, usually made of satin or tulle, tightly gathered at the waistline. This style hides the hips and emphasizes the waist, creating a pleasant hourglass silhouette. Ideal for a traditional and lavish wedding.

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Direct

It is this silhouette, due to its laconicism, that allows you to add an open back, long sleeves, and decorative elements in the form of embroidery or lace. Such dresses are suitable for almost any wedding style and fit perfectly into the modern image of the bride.

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"Mermaid"

Without exaggeration, this is one of the most spectacular and sexy, but at the same time the most “demanding” silhouettes. It assumes the bride's ideal figure and above average height. It will look great both at an elegant celebration in a restaurant and at a youth wedding in a loft.

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Empire/Greek style

If you choose the right waistline, it will suit any figure, hide flaws favorably and at the same time make the image soft and airy. When choosing an empire style, do not forget about the integrity of the image: hairstyle, makeup, accessories and even the bride’s bouquet should be combined with the lightness of the dress.

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Short dress

A short dress can be completely different: tight-fitting or fluffy, with an elongated or miniskirt, made of tulle or thick lace. Suitable for a vintage wedding or a casual event.

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Crop top + skirt

A very “demanding” outfit for the bride’s figure. Ideal for thin and short girls who want to create a touching and at the same time modern, light image. This option would look appropriate at an informal, beach or boho wedding.

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Jumpsuit/Pantsuit

It’s unlikely to come in handy at a classic celebration, but if you’re planning an intimate celebration “just for your own people,” why not? Another option is transformable dresses, consisting of a jumpsuit and a detachable overskirt. The undoubted advantages of the suit: comfort, savings, practicality.

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Bridal fashion trends: pantsuit

How to choose a dress for a second wedding

Wedding fashion is directly related to traditions and customs. In the past, it was customary to keep the second wedding modest, choosing a colorful dress with a simple cut. This rule is still in memory, but it is not necessary to take it into account. In the modern world, it is permissible to choose a dress according to your taste, budget and figure. Many brides choose an outfit different from their first for their second wedding. After remembering the floor-length skirt, on this day it is appropriate to try a spectacular short length that will show off the beauty of stockings and shoes. For a second wedding, a dress with a train is perfect - a real royal outfit. An interesting solution is to order a model based on your own sketch from a good dressmaker.

A trend that continues for second weddings is the move away from voluminous hoop skirts. Another rule is the refusal of a veil, but if a wedding is planned, you will need to provide this detail of the wedding suit or prepare a suitable scarf.

Material

The texture of the fabric for sewing a wedding dress can be matte, shiny, reflective (organza, silk, satin), natural or synthetic. The most popular “wedding” fabrics:

• atlas
• silk
• tulle
• chiffon
• lace
• organza
• satin
• taffeta

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Natural materials are primarily silk, chiffon, organza, and satin. The advantages of such fabrics:

• pleasant to the body and allows the skin to breathe (especially important for summer weddings)
• often give a beautiful, noble shine of varying intensity

There are a large number of artificial materials, some of them duplicate natural ones (for example, silk), but there are others, such as lace or tulle, that exist only among artificial fabrics. Their advantages:

• cheaper than natural fabrics
• unlike natural ones, they are easy to clean, wrinkle less and do not “shrink” after washing

Of the minuses: cheap synthetic fabrics do not allow air to pass through and are less pleasant to the body; they can cause allergic reactions.

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Top 5 wedding brands

Choosing a dress silhouette is an extremely important step. However, that's not all. In addition to the style, you need to find the ideal model in color, accessories, decor... Here famous fashion houses come to the rescue, where any, even the most fastidious bride, will find “her” outfit.

Vera Wang. This first and last name is the first association that comes to mind when choosing a wedding dress. It is noteworthy that the founder of the fashion house is a former figure skater, and not a professional designer. Nevertheless, Vera Wang is a world-famous designer who has had a huge influence on global wedding fashion.
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Monique Lhuillier. Today it is the second most popular fashion house that sets wedding fashion. Its founder, Filipina Monica Llier, started by making her own perfect wedding dress. The result inspired the girl so much that she decided to continue working and achieved great success in this field.
Badgley Mishka. This fashion house was founded by two school friends: Mark Badgley and James Mischka. Designers produce clothes in the spirit of the golden era of Hollywood. These styles of wedding dresses are suitable for sophisticated brides who are partial to everything vintage.
Amsale. Another brand whose history begins with the fact that a talented girl began to design clothes for herself. The quality and variety of models were a success among those around him, and Amsala’s passion soon grew into a small business, and then brought worldwide fame.
Reem Acra. The beginning of Reem Acre's career is connected with a funny situation. Once she came to a party with friends wearing a dress made of... tablecloth! The unusual outfit interested the editor of a glossy magazine, who was among the guests. Soon the girl began organizing her own shows.

As you can see, the choice is quite wide and includes a variety of types of wedding dresses. Fashion designers are ready to offer options for every budget and taste. In order not to get lost in the assortment, always think about the features of the figure, as well as the practicality and convenience of the model. First of all, the bride should feel comfortable during the celebration. After all, the bad mood of one of the main people of the celebration will certainly be transmitted to the guests and ruin the holiday.

Color

A wedding dress doesn't have to be stark white. This tone is not suitable for every bride: if you have fair skin and hair, you will simply get lost against the background of pure white. So before purchasing, we advise you to try on dresses of different shades to find yours. What color can a wedding dress be?

• Classic shades of white: ivory, champagne, nude, beige, pearl.
• Colored dresses: in “dusty”, light shades of pink, blue, gray, peach, sand.

Find rules for choosing “your” color in our article “Shade of a wedding dress: which one is right for you?”

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Types of figures

Before you start choosing a wedding dress, you need to determine your body type. It is knowledge of the features of appearance that influences how to choose a wedding dress. By choosing the right silhouettes of wedding dresses, you can advantageously emphasize its advantages and hide minor imperfections.

To determine your body type, use our table:

Types of figures	Description	Star representatives
Pear	Narrow shoulders and wide, rounded hips.	Among celebrities, this type of figure can be found in Beyoncé, Shakira, Adele and Christina Aguilera.
Apple	“Round figure” with approximately the same volume of waist, chest and hips. Often, “apples” have a pronounced belly.	Star examples: Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Kelly Osbourne.
Hourglass	This figure is considered ideal. It is distinguished by a narrow waist and approximately the same rounded upper and lower parts.	The most striking examples: Scarlett Johanssen, Monica Bellucci, Jessica Simpson.
Inverted Triangle	Broad shoulders, narrow hips.	Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Jeannefer Aniston.
Rectangle	Approximately the same volume of chest, waist and hips. Most often, such girls have small breasts, slender legs and even distribution of weight throughout the body.	Keira Knightley, Milla Jovovich, Natalie Portman.

Decorative elements

• Lace trim. Classic decor that is suitable for almost any cut and style: from classic to boho.

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• Brilliant decor: stones, rhinestones, beads, glass beads. Creates a more glamorous and formal look. It would also be appropriate for a vintage wedding.

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• Openwork embroidery. It looks noble, modern, original. It would look appropriate on a fluffy princess dress.

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• Belt. A great way to highlight the waist and add zest to the look if the dress itself is quite laconic. For brides with curvy figures, a medium-width belt is suitable, and for fragile girls it is better to choose thin belts.

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• Emphasis on the back. These could be cute buttons, original lacing, beads, ties, or an unusual neckline. Such details add zest to even the most minimalist dress!

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Cutout shape

• Open neckline without straps. This type is one of the most popular and diverse. It can be straight, with a bend, or in the shape of a heart. Well suited for brides with small or medium breast size.

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• Halter/stand collar. This type of neckline features a high neckline, large armhole and open shoulders. A dress with such a neckline looks great on tall girls and is suitable for those with broad shoulders and a sporty figure.

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• V-neck. The line of this neckline follows the shape of the letter V, creating a deep neckline. This style is suitable for girls with medium breast size; Lush or, conversely, small breasts will not look very good in such a neckline.

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• "Boat". The line of this neckline coincides with the line of the collarbone and runs from the top of one shoulder to the other with minimal curve. Thus, the neckline area is almost completely covered. Modest, but solemn.

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• Portrait cutout. This type of neckline is similar to the previous one. But unlike the “boat”, here the upper part of the neckline is trimmed with embroidery, rhinestones and other decorative elements, which creates an emphasis on the upper part of the dress.

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• Asymmetrical (on one shoulder). It looks very unusual and is perfect for an urban wedding. By the way, wedding suits and overalls look especially advantageous with an asymmetrical neckline.

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Mermaid

Thanks to the original cut, the wedding dress resembles a mermaid's tail. It always has a fitted top, as well as a knee-length part, but below it has a flare. Most often, such dresses come with sleeves that may vary in length.

At the moment, there are many options for this style of dress, where you can find fairly revealing or more closed models. Candid models have an open back and a deep neckline. A mermaid wedding dress helps to simultaneously achieve a feminine, sexy, but at the same time discreet image of the bride.

Sleeves

• Falling straps. This style is not recommended for brides with broad shoulders or full arms, because... creates additional volume. But it is ideal for fragile girls - the image turns out to be very touching and gentle.

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• Thin straps. A very gentle and elegant option. The straps can intertwine with each other, creating an accent on the bare back.

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• ¾ sleeves are an elegant option that will visually reduce your shoulders and make your figure more fragile.

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• Long sleeves. Create a refined, noble image. Long sleeves in flowy fabrics are a great option for a romantic style, while lace sleeves add a touch of luxury to a traditional look.

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Ballroom

Classic ball gowns are a common choice among brides. After all, these are the dresses that allow you to create a fairy-tale-like image where you will feel like a real princess. Usually such dresses are very fluffy and can have more than one skirt. Most often they are embroidered with pearls, beads, decorative stones and other decor.

There are models without straps, with an open back, and also with long sleeves. Lace or openwork ball gowns are considered especially luxurious options. Fishnet inserts can be used on the back and sleeves, and the neckline itself can be deep or more covered.

General style

Classic

A traditional wedding implies a classic image of the bride - a dress with a full skirt, heels, and a veil. This is the case when a “ballroom” style and a long train, luxurious trim, and lace are appropriate. The color is also assumed to be classic white, shades of champagne and ivory are acceptable.

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Romance

An option for a slightly less formal celebration, but still maintaining solemnity and elegance. It is better to abandon the ballroom style in favor of an A-line silhouette and flowy fabrics, but it is still recommended to choose the classic length for a wedding dress - floor-length. Any delicate shades will be appropriate: from nude to dusty rose.

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boho

Fluffy dresses, rhinestones, satin, corsets, and bright color accents are not suitable for a boho look. The dress should be loose, light, summer. Lace, ethnic elements, and long sleeves would look appropriate. The colors of the dress in boho style are pastel: sand, cream, olive, soft pink.

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Rustic

A dress in a rustic or eco style is natural grace and beauty, not burdened with complex details. The bride's image should be as simple and light as possible, without extravagant details, fluffy skirts, or appliqués. Light natural fabrics in light shades of beige or nude are suitable.

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A-line

A-line wedding dresses always mean elegance, sophistication and, of course, beauty. They have a fitted top and widen at the bottom. Thanks to this shape, women can hide voluminous hips and plump legs. Vertical seams and the uniqueness of the shape visually make the girl slimmer and taller than she actually is.

A-line dresses are also very suitable for those girls who have a weak waist and small breasts. The corset will emphasize the waist, creating an increased emphasis on it, and will also slightly enlarge the bust. After all, there are push-up corsets that will help you correct such an annoying problem.