Choosing The Ideal Wedding Dress

Most brides-to-be start dreaming about the ideal wedding dress long before they are even engaged. Choosing the ideal wedding dress is crucial because it is perhaps the only day that all eyes will be looking at you. A dress that is beautiful whilst remaining tasteful and also flattering to your figure will ensure that you look your best on your wedding day. With so many style, color and fabric options available, choosing the ideal wedding dress can be a daunting task. However, most brides simply know when they have found the ideal wedding dress. From the moment they put on the dress, they instinctively know that this is the ideal wedding dress for them.

The most important thing when searching for the ideal wedding dress is to begin looking at least six months before your wedding date. Finding the ideal dress will most likely take quite some time and once you find the dress, it could take up to four months for the dress to be ordered and shipped to the store. Once the dress arrives in the store you most likely will require several fittings to ensure that the dress fits absolutely perfectly. You should take your time and enjoy looking for your wedding dress so it is crucial that you begin the process in good time to avoid feeling rushed and overwhelmed.

Another useful piece of advice for finding the ideal wedding dress is to try on many different styles of dresses. Even though you may be certain that you want a particular style you may find that the style that looks so appealing in magazines does not suit your body type. You may also find that a style that you would have never have considered before can be flattering to your figure. For this reason it is important to try on a wide variety of styles before dismissing a particular style. The old adage "you won't know unless you try it," holds perfectly true for wedding dresses. There have been numerous brides who have found that their ideal wedding dress turned out to be totally different from the one they had envisaged.

The History of the White Wedding Dress 2

Of course, women still continued to be married in various colours and styles of dress -- it was only the vain and the wealthy that insisted on white to follow in the footsteps of the wealthy Monarch. However, during Edwardian times, the white wedding dress once more soared to new heights of popularity, as Coco Chanel unveiled its new knee-length white wedding dress, complete with extravagant train.

Even so, with the depression that followed World War I and the approach of World War II, many women continued to make do with whatever type of dress they could afford, and this went on for decades. Some women would marry in a short white informal wedding dress, which could then be dyed and used as an everyday dress. Again, it was only the fabulously wealthy that could really afford to splurge on an elaborate gown.

However, from the 1950s onwards, as the world watched Hollywood stars, royalty and members of high society get wed in stunning white gowns, the tradition of white became signed and sealed.

Wedding Dresses of Different Colours: A bit of folklore

As with many other things in life, there is much folklore and legend surrounding the various other colours that brides have been known to wed in. One old rhyme seems to sum up these notions:

Married in white, you have chosen all right. Married in green, ashamed to be seen. Married in red, you will wish yourself dead. Married in blue, you will always be true. Married in yellow, ashamed of your fellow. Married in black, you will wish yourself back. Married in pink, your spirits will sink 

Of course, most people will think nothing of this poem, apart from the fact that each colour has been coupled with a meaning that just happened to rhyme very well. We all know that there are plenty of people that have married in pinks, blues and every other colour, and have enjoyed a long and happy marriage. And we certainly know that there are plenty of people that have married in white, who have not prospered quite so well.

The History of the White Wedding Dress

The History of the White Wedding Dress

As a youngster -- or perhaps even as an adult -- have you ever sat dreamily imagining yourself in a fairytale wedding dress, about to marry your very own Prince Charming? And, what colour is the wedding dress? The chances are it's a white one. Millions of girls and women that dream of the perfect marriage have a vision of the perfect white wedding dress in their minds. But why white? Where did this tradition come from?

Women Haven't Always Been Marrying in White

In fact, in the grand scheme of things, the tradition isn't even all that old. The white wedding dress of today is deep-seated tradition, and for many is worn to signify virtue as well as uphold tradition. Millions -- in fact billions -- of women all over the world start thinking about the perfect white wedding gown before they have even found the perfect partner.

Britain is a place that is rife with traditions and legends, so it is little wonder that the tradition of the white wedding dress was started by the English Monarchy. It was the wedding of Queen Victoria that spawned the interest and popularity of white wedding dresses as we know them today.

Queen Victoria married Albert of Saxe in 1840, and wore what would then have been considered a flamboyant white gown. Of course, this did not start the tradition immediately; however, many women saw this as a statement of class and style, and copied the Queen by also getting married in white.

The white wedding dress in those days had nothing to do with being virtuous -- it was all about wealth. Getting married in a white, extravagant gown was a sign that you could afford to buy a dress that you would never be able to wear again because of its style and colour (whites were not easy to clean in those days as they are today!).

Need Help for Wedding Dress Shopping?

In the eyes of a bride, the dress is easily the most important part of her wedding. Girls day dream and window shop for wedding gowns even if they're single. Think about it, it is the one outfit of a woman's life that is surely remembered by the bride, groom, guests, and family. The framed pictures and photos online put a lot of focus on the gown and this can feel like a lot of pressure for any anxious bride!

Where do you go to find the perfect dress? Wedding magazines and bridal stores are two examples of places to start your hunt, but the easiest venture starts online. You can search online by designer, cut and style of dress, and price range. You can bookmark and save searches and print out the choices you like best. This is always a suggested route to take because you can thoroughly view your options and make sure you are getting the best quality and price.

There are actually professionals that can personally help you find the perfect design for your dress. If you are intimidated by all your options or frankly don't know where to start, you can always ask for help. This is part of the role of a wedding planner. Not only are wedding planners there to help orchestrate the wedding and reception, but they can be of great assistance to the bride. You can bring your wedding planner the dresses that you printed out online or discuss one on one the style, price, and designer you are looking for. Then they will present you will all the options within reach. This is always a great option because professional planners are well connected with everything involving weddings and can promise you will have the best gown for your wedding.

The entire wedding party is themed according to the style of the bride's gown. The bride's maids, the groom, and the groomsmen should all be themed to the bridal gown. While this is one of the exciting parts of the planning, it can also be overwhelming trying to find the best fit and color for everyone in the wedding party. You can also find the rest of the party's attire online or with the help of a wedding planner.

When getting ready for the big day, having the dress of your dreams is important to the bride. With designer, style, and price range in mind, there are professionals that can help find the perfect gown if you need help. Not only can they find you the best price, but they will find the best design for your personality and taste.

Selecting Couture Wedding Dresses 2

Selecting Couture Wedding Dresses  2

Personality

It's harder to put your finger on, but every dress comes complete with a sense of personality. Whether it's a playful neckline, or long, elegant sleeves, a dress can show off a sense of the person inside, and so it's always a good idea to choose from among your couture wedding dresses with an eye to how you want to be seen on the day. Whether you hope to appear every inch the demure, elegant bride, or you want to enter the partnership of marriage in an energetic, fun-loving way, there's plenty to look out for - and a dress to suit every kind of bride.

Style

There are about as many different styles of wedding dress out there as there are brides! It's always a good idea to decide what kind of style you're looking for in your choice of couture wedding dresses before you start your shopping. Taking some advice from friends or designers about what would look best on you is a good way to make sure that you find the dress that suits you down to the ground. If you're a fan of 50's chic, or you're instead hoping for a dress with a touch of timeless elegance, the particular style you choose can make or break your look. Don't be afraid to enlist the help of your closest and most trusted friends as they will know your personality and how it will suit a particular dress.