Decisions! Decisions…but
perhaps none more crucial than selecting a gown. After all, this is what tends
to “get the ball rolling” for most brides! Choosing the gown is often a
precursor to selecting invitations, the cake, catering and décor; since they all
feed off of each other for style and design inspiration.
Here are some of the
frequently asked questions I receive, about gowns:
What
are the pros and cons of using certain bridal gown fabrics?
Chiffon is a perfect choice for our climate; it is very
light-weight and tends to keep brides cooler than heavier fabrics. However,
since it is so delicate, it can snag and tear quite easily. Satin is a classic,
formal fabric; the only drawback is that it can show every undergarment
imperfection.
Lace is a perennial favourite – it can be made
see-through or used with an underlay. It does not tend to wrinkle as much as
organza and taffeta. However, both organza and taffeta’s strengths lie in being
able to achieve full skirts and complicated folds.
What
are some tips to consider before I buy my gown online?
Ensure that on the website,
you can view detailed photos and even get “zoom” views of gowns. The retailer
should also provide descriptions including style, fabric, colour, and size, so
that you know exactly what you’re purchasing.
Bridal
gown sizes do not usually coincide with regular clothing sizes. Therefore, even
though the websites may provide you with gown sizes, be sure to view the
website’s body measurement guide and gown length. Enquire about hem and sleeve
length as well, since adjustments on embroidered or heavily beaded hems or
sleeves, are near impossible to achieve in an easily concealed way.
Before purchasing, ensure
that the retailer’s website is a completely secure online environment and it
does not store or share your credit card information. Find out whether the
website ships internationally, so you can arrange for your gown to be shipped directly
to you here. If the retailer only ships to the United States or Canada, you can
use your US or Canadian Skybox, or simply arrange to have it delivered to a
relative or friend who lives abroad.
What gown colour should I choose?
Oscar
de la Renta showcased dresses in robin's egg blue and sage green in his Spring
2012 Bridal Collection. Likewise, Vera Wang showed dresses in a taupe, black,
charcoal and celadon green. The most popular colour this year though, seems to
be “blush pink.”
Both
Badgley Mischka and Monique L’huillier showed dresses in blush pink throughout
their collections this year. Even Jessica Biel in her recent October 19, 2012
wedding to Justin Timberlake, chose a petal-pink ball gown.
However, if you’re not adventurous enough for colour, you
can look to your skin tone for a hint of what “white” would be best. If you are
very pink or your skin has rosy undertones, ivory is a good choice. Olive or
medium skin tones lend themselves well to champagne, ecru or off-white gowns. If your skin tone is dark, a crisp white or ecru
gown would look stunning.
What’s
the difference between a trumpet styled gown and a mermaid styled gown?
Trumpet styled gowns tend to flare out just below the hips,
while mermaid styled gowns are more fitted and flare out from the knee or lower
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