The most exciting, responsible and beloved stage of preparation for the wedding by all brides is the choice of a wedding dress. But how to choose that one outfit that suits you and makes you amazing and unique?
To ensure that your visit to wedding salons brings you only pleasure, and you do not get lost in the huge variety of wedding dresses, the team of the wedding portal Svadebka.ws will tell you about the existing styles and the most popular styles of wedding dresses.
Wedding dress options
The bride's outfit should favorably emphasize her image and harmoniously complement the atmosphere of the holiday. styles of wedding dresses are varied and multifaceted, from luxurious royal, exquisitely restrained to provocatively daring. Choose an outfit that will reflect your character and harmoniously combine with the groom's suit. Types of dresses:
- Empire style The characteristic details of dresses in this style are a straight neckline, a wide belt under the bust, a flared skirt, an airy train and the absence of abundant decoration. Traditional puffed sleeves in modern outfits are replaced by straps or are absent altogether.
- Baroque . Contrasting color combinations, rich tones, pomp and light exaltation of images are integral features of the style. Traditionally, wedding dresses are made from brocade, silk and velvet. Dresses for brides in the Baroque style are decorated with luxurious lace and intricate draperies, gold or silver embroidery using complex techniques.
- Baby Dollar Dresses with an emphatically rounded neckline, open shoulders, high waist and fluffy short skirt are suitable for young and daring brides. A touch of provocativeness is added to Baby Doll style outfits by the demonstrative “doll-like” style, which is emphasized by the airy textures of the fabrics.
- Boho . This is a style of ease, carelessness and fantasy. Loose, boho-style dresses are distinguished by their original cut and unusual trims. It can be hand-made lace, eccentric embroidery or pearl threads.
- In rock style . Models of wedding dresses abound in many styles. The main thing for this style is the materials from which the bride’s outfit is sewn. Traditional natural leather is replaced with modern elastic materials with skillful coating.
- Vintage . This style includes wedding dresses from “grandmother’s chest”, which were worn no later than the 80s of the 20th century, and deliberately aged new outfits in the spirit of the last century. A distinctive feature of vintage clothing is eye-catching finishing elements.
- The Gothic style is a modern and very picturesque interpretation of the outfits of French women of the 18th century. Wedding dresses with strict, slightly elongated proportions, pointed and graphic shapes, decorated with draperies and waves create a very feminine silhouette.
- Greek style . Graceful high-waisted wedding dresses visually enlarge the bust and elongate the silhouette. A flowing outfit will turn any bride into the goddess of Olympus.
- Provence . Wedding dresses reflecting the atmosphere of the French province are suitable for delicate and fragile brides. The main difference between decoration in the Provence style is the convenience and simplicity of the cut due to the natural naturalness of the fabrics and style.
- Retro . An outfit in this style can be long or short, with a narrow or full skirt, a modest style or rich trim. Short dresses with fringes are suitable for slender brides, and fitted options with a full skirt are suitable for those with round shapes.
- Rustic. Simplicity and originality are the main features of dresses in this style. When sewing wedding dresses, mainly natural fabrics are used. Dresses are decorated with embroidery, embossing, patchwork and unusual accessories.
- Ethnic style . Nowadays, more and more couples are organizing weddings in ethnic style. For such a celebration, the bride can wear a national costume or a modern ensemble with ethnic motifs.
How to choose the color of a wedding dress
Traditionally, the bride's outfit is white. However, this color has many shades: alabaster, milky, cloudy, icy, platinum and many others. This must be taken into account when choosing a wedding dress, since not every shade of white will suit you. Choose an outfit in good lighting. Pay attention to the color of the veil; it should match the dress. Even with a slight difference in shades, either the veil or the outfit will appear a bit dirty.
Wedding dress colors are not limited to white. Modern fashion gives brides complete freedom in choosing the color of their outfit. You can choose a dress in classic colors such as beige, ivory, creme brulee, pink, blue and other pastel colors. Bold and vibrant brides will love outfits in rich reds, yellows, reds, blues and even black.
As a rule, colored dresses are chosen by girls who want to emphasize their individuality. Yellow wedding attire is preferred by brides with leadership qualities. The shade of the dress can be from bright lime to discreet amber.
Orange color is liked by cheerful people, as it symbolizes endless youth. The shades of the wedding dress vary from deep garnet to pastel peach.
Romantic brides will undoubtedly prefer a pink outfit, which personifies tenderness, inspiration and love. Fuchsia, lilac, carnation, ash rose and other various shades will help create a bright and dreamy look. Scarlet, raspberry, amaranth, cherry, burgundy - all these are shades of red, which, like no other tone, symbolizes passion and love. If you are an emotional and sensual person, then feel free to choose a bright wedding dress.
Energetic brides will love green dresses, which signify growth, development and harmony. There are a lot of varieties of dresses in this tone, from deep olive and expressive emerald to delicate mint and fresh apple shades. Blue color, symbolizing eternity, fidelity and spirituality, is preferred by balanced brides. This tone is great for nautical and beach themed weddings. The choice of shade of blue for a wedding dress is varied: indigo, azure, cornflower blue, sky blue and sea green.
For brides with developed intuition, a purple outfit is suitable, which personifies the unity of two opposites. A wedding dress can be any shade, such as lavender, plum, eggplant, blackberry or grape. A bride's outfit in brown is a rarity. Although the types of wedding dresses in this color scheme are varied. Brides look very impressive dressed in coffee, chocolate, pearl-gold and coconut shades. Brown is a symbol of fertility, stability and devotion.
Many people think that gray is a boring color and absolutely not suitable for a special occasion. However, this noble tone in various color variations from deep charcoal to luxurious silver emphasizes the wedding decoration. Traditionally, black is considered the least suitable color for a marriage ceremony. Nevertheless, modern wedding fashion does not place a taboo on it. On the contrary, from year to year, designers offer brides various styles of wedding dresses in black tones: charcoal, anthracite, caramel and slate.
Important rules for combining clothes
The bride's wedding look depends on the chosen style of the event. The details will complement the outfit and highlight the newlywed’s dignity and her taste.
Handbag and bouquet
The bouquet thrown by the bride is considered a mandatory attribute. Its composition and production is entrusted to experienced florists. The composition uses artificial flowers, brooches, and succulents.
The handbag is not the main accessory. But if you choose it, then a small one in the form of a clutch wallet. The decor of the accessory is in harmony with the dress.
Decorations
Pearls are considered universal as jewelry. This could include pearls on the bodice and hem, a thread with jewelry on the neck, or a bracelet. Earrings made of stones will only complement a stylish dress. But there must be moderation in everything. If the dress is richly embroidered with stones, then you should not decorate yourself with jewelry.
Hair and makeup
Hair is styled in accordance with the style of the main outfit. A long fluffy dress requires a high hairstyle and pastel colors in makeup. For folk styles, loose hair decorated with a wreath is suitable. A retro dress will look elegant with short hair curled into small curls. And on top you will need a hat. Brunettes need to emphasize the expressiveness of their eyes and the brightness of their lips.
Outerwear
If the wedding is taking place in cold weather, then it is worth considering the style of a fur jacket. A warm cape will keep the bride warm. But outerwear should be in harmony with the dress, and not spoil the appearance of the newlywed.
Garters
An intimate element of the newlywed's clothing, the garter, deserves attention. Here you should choose the option that suits the image of the bride. For boho you need a garter in the form of a chain, for a romantic style - guipure with pearls, for an ethnic style - with embroidery.
What styles of dresses are there?
On a special day, the outfit should fit the bride perfectly, highlight all the advantages and hide the flaws. Therefore, it is very important to choose the style of a wedding dress according to your body type: hourglass, pear, rectangle, apple or triangle. Those with an hourglass figure are characterized by a clearly defined, narrow waist and equal volume in the shoulders and hips. Girls with a pear-shaped physique have a pronounced hip area and fragile shoulders. The female figure type “rectangle” is characterized by equal volume of shoulders, waist and hips. Girls with an apple-shaped body have large breasts, wide waists and slender legs. The triangle body type has wide shoulders and narrow hips.
Have you determined what body type you have? It's time to choose an outfit for your wedding. Main types of wedding dresses:
- Ballroom or "Fairy Tale". In this dress you will look like a princess: a tight-fitting bodice and a full skirt. At the same time, the neckline and sleeve style can be of different types. “Fairy Tale” is ideal for any body type, especially pear-shaped. The fitted bodice highlights the bust and waist, while the full skirt hides the belly and hips. This style of dress is not suitable for short girls, since a pompous hem will make it heavier and shorten the silhouette.
- A-silhouette or "Princess". Wedding dresses of this style create an image of classic sophistication and lightness. The princess style resembles the capital letter A: a slightly high waistline and a skirt that smoothly widens towards the bottom. The A-line dress is ideal for all girls, regardless of body type and height. It favorably emphasizes the slimness of the figure and hides imperfections.
- Straight or "Column". A dress that fits tightly to the figure is suitable for slender girls with hourglass, rectangle and triangle shapes. Those with a pear and apple body type, as well as curvy brides, should avoid a straight dress, as it emphasizes the abdomen and hips.
- "Mermaid". Such wedding dresses tightly fit the figure to the knee line or slightly below, from which the skirt flows. Like the “column”, it is perfect for those with a slender hourglass figure, a rectangle or a triangle.
- Case. The figure-hugging dress is ideal for slender girls with rectangle, triangle and hourglass body types.
- Tea length dress. The length of the skirt should be below the knee, but above the ankle. In wedding fashion, classic dresses with a tight top and a full skirt are appropriate. Outfits of this style are suitable for girls of all body types.
- Mini. Short wedding dresses look bold, provocative and attractive. They are perfect for girls with rectangle and triangle body types. Plus size brides should choose other types of dresses.
Styles through eras
For a review of time-dyed bridesmaid dress styles, it’s worth starting with the feminine Greek designs. Their entire range of styles is perfect for a special day. The bride can choose a model with an asymmetrical collar cut, split sleeves, with a bodice design in the form of an emphasized bustier, a “necklace” or with a V-neck. The design of the hem is equally varied. Short dresses in the Greek style echo floor-length models; the abundance of draperies, the use of multi-layering and modest thread embroidery make these models universal. It is worth noting that for this type of dress the lightest fabrics are chosen - chiffon and taffeta. And designers limit the color palette to only pastel shades.
For those who want to feel like a real princess, stylists recommend turning to medieval style . They are distinguished by clear contours of the silhouette, a semi-fitting bodice with a bob neckline, long sleeves with bells and a hem slightly wider than that used in the A-line silhouette. The choice of fabrics also stands out: for such dresses, heavy materials are preferred - satin, velvet and mandatory embroidery with pearls and stones. The color palette also stands out: with a duet of white and gold or silver, the inclusion of burgundy, emerald, and deep blue tones is used.
For those who prefer grace and lightness, stylists recommend turning to the baroque direction . The tight-fitting bustier bodice with exquisite embroidery flows into a very full skirt. It is formed through horizontal drapery or accentuated layering. For sewing such dresses, natural fabrics are chosen better. The color palette is not limited to the usual tones of white and ivory. The bride will be offered gold, burgundy, red and silver options.
The 18th century cyclically returned brides to the mainstream of modesty. From the perspective of fashion of the first period of the New Age, stylists offer a cut that completely covers the chest, shoulders and top and has a graduated, multi-layered floor-length skirt. It is sewn from natural fabrics - cotton, taffeta, satin with an embossed pattern or linen, and lace is used as decoration. The color palette is very restrained - light blue, gray, brown and very rarely yellow.
Wedding dresses for plus size
Who said that being curvy is a disadvantage? Beautiful breasts, soft shoulder line, smooth curves of the figure - these are unconditional advantages that need to be emphasized. But the protruding tummy and full hips need to be hidden. When choosing a wedding dress in an effort to hide extra pounds from prying eyes, avoid baggy, shapeless robes. Such outfits will not disguise your shortcomings, but will hide all your advantages.
So, what kinds of wedding dresses are there for plus size people? In first place is the “mermaid” style. Although it is believed that such a dress suits only slender girls, those with luxurious figures with a small tummy and an hourglass figure can safely wear it. The only condition is that the trimmed fluffy skirt should not be higher than mid-thigh.
Empire and Greek style dresses are also perfect for plus size brides. They are similar in cut: high waist and flowing hem. However, these styles differ in decoration. Empire style dresses are exquisitely restrained, while Greek dresses are replete with luxurious decorations. However, both of these styles do a great job of concealing your waist, belly, and hips while emphasizing the feminine curves of your bust and shoulders.
A-line dresses are perfect for curvy brides. This cut successfully hides full hips and legs, and raised seams give a slim figure. Full-bodied brides with an apple body type are suitable for dresses that are mid-knee length or have a cascading hem. This style will emphasize slender legs.
Tea-length dresses are suitable for short brides with a height below 160 cm and curvaceous figures. To visually appear taller, wear nude high heels. Regardless of your body type, weight and height, overweight brides should not choose dresses with thin straps. They will only emphasize the fullness of the hands. Choose a wedding dress with wide straps, with or without sleeves. If you want to hide your full arms, then give preference to dresses with straight guipure sleeves.
Do not try to hide extra centimeters at the waist by tightening the corset tightly. It should fit snugly to the figure and not be too tight. A correctly selected and worn corset will create a slender figure, highlight the waist, lift the chest and make your posture graceful. When choosing a wedding dress, avoid models made from shiny fabrics. In order to hide figure flaws, you need an outfit made of matte material: chiffon, organza, cambric, crepe and brocade.
Brides with curves need to carefully choose the color of their dress. Traditional white color can be fattening, especially if the style of the outfit is poorly chosen. Dresses in deep, rich colors such as carmine red, dark malachite and aquamarine are visually slimming. A modest wedding dress of a good style and suitable color will skillfully hide all the shortcomings of the bride’s full figure and organically emphasize her advantages.
