Coco Chanel is a French fashion designer and simply a legendary woman, known as the creator of the little black dress. But few people know that her achievements also include the creation of the world’s first short wedding dresses of various models.
One of the modern wedding trends is the appearance of the bride at the celebration in a short dress . Modern designers implement completely different ideas for brides, decorating their dresses with lace and rhinestones, coming up with models with a short front, adding spectacular details in the form of a train at the back, designing triangular necklines, etc. Our article will present to your attention several unusual images, compiled according to the latest fashion trends, where you are sure to find something of your own.
Short wedding dress with lace top and sleeveless
Advantages of choice
A short wedding dress has its advantages, here are some of them:
- Comfort . These days, girls don't often have to wear floor-length skirts, so some brides feel constrained in a long dress. If you choose a short dress, you won’t have to worry about someone stepping on the hem of the skirt. In addition, short summer dresses are also convenient in the sense that you won’t feel hot in them.
- Benefit . A wedding is an expensive event, and not all young couples can afford to spend money without counting it. Most people have to fit within a certain budget. A short dress is usually cheaper than a long one. In addition, if desired, the dress can later be worn on any occasion, especially if it is not white, but colored.
- Beauty . Of course, no one will argue that long dresses are ugly, but the image of a bride in a short dress can be very sweet and gentle. If a girl has beautiful legs, is it worth hiding them under a long skirt?
In what cases is it appropriate?
When choosing a dress, you must first take into account the format of the wedding celebration. If this is a classic ceremony, including a wedding and a banquet in a reputable restaurant, then, of course, it is better to choose a classic dress for the bride.
But if this is a youth party, a themed wedding or an outdoor picnic, then by choosing a long outfit, the bride is depriving herself of a lot of pleasure. After all, in such a dress (especially if it is a model with a crinoline and corset) it is not very convenient to dance youth dances, walk on the grass and take part in competitions and games. For a holiday of this format, it is better to choose a short-cut outfit.
Brides who are not getting married for the first time often choose a short dress. Often second (and subsequent) weddings take place in a less formal atmosphere than the first wedding. Therefore, it is better to choose a more comfortable and practical outfit for the bride.
Wedding style
The bride's dress can emphasize not only the fragility of her figure, but also the chosen direction and theme of the wedding, and especially if it is a short dress:
- ♥ For a classic wedding, a basic cut dress with a tapered skirt, lace trim, gloves or a hat is suitable; you can also choose a full skirt, but the top must be made in a classic style and not look too frivolous
- ♥ Beach wedding or holiday on the islands: a short dress will give you a light, exciting look. Choose the lightest and most floaty materials: cotton or chiffon, for example.
- ♥ The Greek style can also be chosen for a short dress - this option is suitable for a Greek light wedding. The main thing is graceful draperies, flowing folds and beautiful accessories - for example, a wreath or tiara
- ♥ Rustic, eco: natural grace and beauty, unencumbered by details - this is what the chosen style requires from the bride. The design here should be as simple as possible, and the materials should be natural.
- ♥ Boho is a style for which the dress can be the most imaginative: decorated with glass beads or embroidery, the most incredible styles and designs, non-standard materials and colors
- ♥ Chicago 20s, The Great Gatsby: at such a party you can also show off a short dress that does not restrict movement and has a straight rectangular style, the so-called “flapper”. Its main colors can be cream, silver, champagne and gold, even black would be appropriate here. An invariable attribute of such dresses are pearls and pearl jewelry.
Designer short dresses
Almost every fashion show ends with a demonstration of the bride's outfit. Photos from the catwalks make it clear that fashion designers more often offer long versions of bridesmaid dresses. However, there are also short outfits. What kind of designer short wedding dresses are they?
- A gentle and modest image is the ideal according to Angel Sanchez. The designer offers stylish models with a closed collar and long sleeves, decorated with rich embroidery.
- Maggie Sottero offers a straight-fitting dress in a noble ivory shade, decorated with lace inserts.
Styles
The kaleidoscope of styles of short wedding dresses is huge, so every bride will be able to choose a model that suits her perfectly.
Length
First of all, you should consider the length of the dress; different options are possible:
- Mini . The length above the knee is an option for girls with beautiful slender legs. However, it is still better to refuse the radical mini. The ideal choice is 10 cm above the knee. If the dress has a short skirt, then it is better to make the top of the model closed, because the image of the bride should not be provocatively sexual.
- Average length . The version of the knee-length dress is universal and suitable for most girls.
- Cocktail option . In models of this cut, the skirt should be below the knee. When choosing such a dress, be critical of the proportions of your figure. For example, mid-calf length is not suitable for everyone; girls of small and medium height will not beautified with this style, as it visually makes the figure squat.
- Asymmetrical skirt . This is a great alternative to classic bridesmaid dresses; wedding dresses with a short front are comfortable, they do not interfere with movement, and the fact that they are long in the back allows you to pay tribute to traditions.
Cut
Wedding dress styles should be chosen taking into account the characteristics of your figure. Although if your physique is close to ideal, then you can choose a model of any cut.
Fans of minimalism may prefer a simple short wedding dress. This dress looks aristocratic and strict. If a straight dress is made from a material with a smooth texture, then it can be complemented with the maximum amount of jewelry, that is, wear a full jewelry set.
But you can rely not on decorations, but on the texture of the fabric. If the outfit is made of lace or textured brocade, then you should not overload it with jewelry.
Short lace wedding dresses, not only straight cut ones, are very popular. A-shaped or fitted toilets look attractive. It is worth paying attention to the fact that textured lace makes the figure visually more voluminous, so if you are overweight, lace should only be used for inserts. For example, you can sew a dress with lace sleeves or a lace yoke.
Makeup and hairstyle
The styling should be in harmony with the outfit. A 60s style toilet requires a high bun, which can be decorated with a satin ribbon. A bride with short hair can use a chignon. A ponytail raised to the top of the head looks no less impressive. A low knot, located in the center of the head or shifted to the side, is combined with a tutu dress. A strict French snail or an elegant hairstyle with large curls laid on the top and back of the head will suit the sheath dress.
Loose A-line silhouettes and models made of light flowing fabrics with multi-layered skirts are in perfect harmony with romantic hairstyles: long, freely flowing curls, Greek braids, braids around the head.
If the choice fell on a dress in the style of the 20s, it is complemented by a short hairstyle of symmetrical waves laid on both sides of the side parting.
Wedding makeup should be as natural as possible. Outfits in the style of the 60s require emphasized eyes with dark shadows, arrows, and false eyelashes. It is better to paint your lips with pastel-colored lipstick or fruity gloss. Dresses in the spirit of the 20s will be complemented by dark red or deep pink lipstick, blush in the appropriate range, and beautifully designed eyebrows.
Liquid creams with reflective particles will help even out skin tone. You should not use correcting or glitter powder; it creates glare when taking photographs. Blush in pink, peach or coral tones will help refresh your face. Don't get carried away with bronzers; an overly tanned face doesn't go well with a bride's outfit. Read more about wedding makeup here.
Choosing an outfit to suit your body shape
When choosing an outfit for a wedding, you must take into account the characteristics of your figure, since a model that is ideal for one bride may not be suitable for another.
For young brides with a good figure, we recommend dresses with a fitted bodice and a bell-shaped flared skirt. The bell is a democratic style; it allows you to demonstrate a thin waist, but hide too full or, on the contrary, excessively thin hips.
If the bride has plump arms, then they should choose models with long sleeves. They do not have to be sewn from dress fabric; the sleeves can be made from openwork fabric or chiffon. But they should not fit tightly around the arm if you need to hide the excessive fullness of this part of the body.
If the shoulders are too narrow, then to balance the silhouette, you can choose a dress with short sleeves in the shape of lanterns or make the sleeves highly gathered at the edge.
A good solution would be three-quarter length sleeves. They will allow you to hide, if necessary, the plump upper part of your arms, but will emphasize your graceful wrists. If you want to distract attention from the angular shoulder line and hide the lack of a waist, you should choose a model with flared sleeves. This detail will give the silhouette smoothness and make the image more feminine and airy.
The length and cut of the skirt is selected in accordance with the shape of the legs. The length significantly above the knees is not suitable for overweight girls; it is better to choose longer models. Models with an asymmetrical skirt look good on plus-size women. In this outfit, your legs appear longer and slimmer.
If the hips are narrow and the figure resembles an inverted triangle, then a dress with a corset made of openwork fabric or a material with glitter, and a full skirt or chiffon or other light material, is perfect for the bride.
Choosing a color
Today, both white and colored wedding dresses are equally popular. Most brides still prefer to choose wedding dresses in light colors - champagne or ivory, cream or peach tones. But you can choose a bright outfit. Red remains the undisputed leader among colored dresses.
Of course, you need to choose a red shade based on your type of appearance. Bright scarlet is suitable only for brunettes with fair skin. Blondes should choose more delicate and lighter shades of this color.
Recently, two-tone wedding dresses have become popular. This can be a white outfit with a colored belt and embroidery in the color of the belt. Or a bright dress with white trim.
Groom image
When buying a dress, think in advance about the image of the groom. A short dress can also be paired with an elegant classic: a three-piece suit or tuxedo. A more democratic style would also look appropriate: suspenders, shirts with turned sleeves, stylish accessories, a non-classical jacket and trousers in bright colors and unusual designs. Together with the groom, choose an image based on the main color scheme and style of the wedding, the time of year and your character. Think through every little detail of your looks, and you will definitely get an amazing cocktail of a luxurious wedding look for your man and a gentle and flirty outfit for you.
What to wear with it?
Once the dress has been chosen, you need to select accessories to go with it. If this is an outfit with a neckline, then you can complement it with a lace bolero or cape. This part of the toilet can then be removed if it gets too hot.
It is recommended to select shoes to match the dress or to match the trim if the dress is two-tone or decorated with colored embroidery. It is best to choose classic shoes. Models with an open toe are inappropriate in this case, since they are worn without stockings and tights, and this is not acceptable for the image of a bride.
White stockings, which brides love so much, don’t look too good with short dresses. For this outfit, it is better to choose tights or stockings that do not differ from the color of your skin.
If the shoes are supposed to be open, then you need to select special tights with an open toe.
A dress with a long train can be combined with boots, even if the wedding takes place in the summer. These can be tight-fitting stocking boots made of satin, lace, or perforated thin leather.
A traditional accessory for a bride's outfit is a veil. You don’t have to refuse it, even if the dress chosen is not a classic cut, but a short one. This outfit with a veil looks no less cute than a traditional one.
But a long, floor-length veil does not suit a short dress. The rule to remember is: the shorter the skirt, the shorter the veil should be. A lush multi-tiered shoulder-length veil goes perfectly with a dress with an asymmetrical skirt. A short dress with a straight silhouette looks great with small wedding hats with fascinators.
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