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Rarely do I delve into the world of wedding gowns for one simple reason: since I did not have a speck of textile education, I am sure I’ll describe something incorrectly and I do not want to insult the gorgeous designs! But today I am feeling courageous and so we look at the beauties that have graced our pages lately.
Here’s the reality of trying on dresses: expect that the shop will not have your exact size sample in the store and be ready to improvise!
The Abaco gown from Pronovias is truly beautiful. The slightly off the shoulder look is feminine and the flowy fabric evokes a goddess vibe.
For a little vavoom, try the Alice gown from Pronovias. The v-neckline is great for bust enhancement and the mermaid shape highlights those gorgeous curves!
Oooh! The Fortuna’s staggered neckline (on the mannequin) is really unique and of course the layered ruffles are very current. Our model is wearing the Alcanar, a beautiful A-line gown with a soft sweetheart neckline. The hairpiece is something we are seeing a lot of. Don’t let it scare you- bring a friend along and experiment with accessories.
(All images above: Chris Richards Photography assisted by Shaun Roby; Gowns: Pronovias; Location/Accessories: Gigi Bridal Boutique; Hair and Makeup: Martina Neal, Artisan Salon;
And from a different shoot, this sweet ruffly dress is so versatile- you can glam it up with traditional accessories or add your own style as our model did, and wear cowboy boots. Notice the hairpiece? No kidding, they are hot these days!
(Image: Ted Hewitt Photography, Dress: Alfred Angelo, Bouquet: Villa Feliz Flowers, Jewelry: Skyline Gallery, Hair/Makeup: Martina Neal, Artisan Salon, Location: Tanque Verde Ranch)
Guillian Bon, owner of Gigi Bridal Boutique shares her best dress shopping tips with us:
1. Do your research. Study bridal magazines, books and websites to learn about fabrics and silhouettes so you can better convey what you are looking for. Clip pictures of gowns or details that you like and take it with you when you shop.
2. Make an appointment. When you are ready to start gown shopping and want proper attention, decide where you want to go and call ahead and visit their website. Don’t visit more than two salons per day; it can be exhausting, confusing and overwhelming. Take anything you know you want to wear the day of, such as a special accessory, veil or undergarments. You will also need the advice of people you trust, but don’t take too many. Invite one or two people, an opinionated crowd can be confusing and frustrating.
3. Location, location, location.Knowing the place and time of your wedding will help narrow the search. The gown you choose also helps you refine the details of your wedding. Is it a casual or formal event? Day or evening? Indoors or outdoors?
As a bride, choosing your dress is a big moment and you want to get it right. Think in terms of longevity- what will you think about your pictures in 10 years? Will you regret the wonky multi-colored dress you went out on a limb with or will you feel like your choice was a solidly classic dress? When considering dresses, we do not advocate making a “boring” choice, but know who you are as you set out to purchase your wedding gown.
Happy Shopping Readers!
Chatting Soon~Kelly
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