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Thursday, May 5th, 2011
Deciding on a hairstyle for your wedding can be a hard decision. Every woman wants silky, beautifully styled hair as she walks down the aisle…however, it can difficult to know whether or not you should wear your hair up or down…or half-up and half-down! If you’re looking for a little expert guidance regarding the best wedding hairstyles, you’ll enjoy this quick guide to choosing the right look for your big day!
Consider Your Facial Shape
Many women have their hearts set on a certain wedding hairstyle that may not actually be flattering for them. For example, women with full or round faces may not look their best in a sleek, tight chignon (this is a circular bun gathered at the back of the head or the nape of the neck). Conversely, long, wild curls that seem to overpower their delicate features may not flatter women with very thin faces. Learning to work with your natural facial shape is the perfect way to narrow down your choices and flatter fashionable wedding dresses.
Round Face
Eternally youthful, the round-faced women is flattered by long layers, parted in the middle…or in a deep side part. A little volume on top, at the crown, can visually add height and length to the face. If you’re planning to wear a filmy wedding veil with your bridal dress, be sure to practice a few hairstyles with a hairdresser or friend – use the veil for each one.
Then, take some digital photos to see how you really appear to other people. In general, the fuller your face is, the more you will benefit from extra length. If your heart is set on wearing your hair up, simply allow some long, layered tendrils to drift down past your cheekbones.
Flower barrettes or sparkly rhinestone accessories could be lovely with your face shape – your facial structure is quite feminine. If you’re skipping the veil, consider a single clip or wedding flowers to add charm to a long blowout. Matching a pretty rhinestone clip to your bridal rings can be a cute way to get a coordinated effect.
Square Face
Your strong features will look gorgeous when you incorporate lots of volume into your wedding hairstyle. This type of face looks lovely with an up-do – your features are distinct enough to stand alone. Consider a sleek style with a little more looseness up at the top – modern and stylish, this type of wedding hairstyle is smooth near the head, and messier and more deconstructed where the hair is gathered.
You could also add curled sections or braids to the back of the bun for more style. A decorative headband that is placed about an inch above your hairlines can be a stunning look – opt for a satin design or a jeweled band – then, have the stylist tease the hair behind the headband for 1960′s style, Ann Margret-inspired glamor. Go for hourglass-shaped bridal dresses to accent this hairstyle.
Oval Face
Your classic oval face leaves you all sorts of options for the perfect hairstyle to go with your white wedding dress. Since you have so many options, you should look for other clues to find the right up-do or blowout for you.
If you’re small and slender, you may look best in a short cut that doesn’t overpower your features. Halle Berry has an oval face and often goes for a short, pixie-ish cut that puts the focus on her eyes and cheekbones.
If your build is larger, consider a layered, chin-length cut, perhaps with wispy bangs to add visual impact. You’ll look lovely if you pull half of your hair up at the crown, and then fasten your veil into place. Your bangs will soften your features (since they aren’t pinned back) and the long bottom section of your hair will still hang free, which is very feminine. This classic bridal look will be a great option for anyone with an oval face. If you don’t have bangs, simply gather all of your hair up at the crown, letting the bottom sections hang free.
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Monday, May 2nd, 2011
Finding the perfect lingerie for your wedding dress is about more than feeling desirable on your wedding night. You’ll also need to consider the cut of your white wedding gown. Some gowns require special undergarments that offer just the right amount of support for brides.
If you’re wondering exactly which underpinnings work best with different styles of wedding dresses, we can help. We’ve created a quick guide that will assist you in choosing lingerie that is both lovely to look at and functional.
Strapless Bridal Gowns
This classic bridal gown look requires some support underneath! To make the most of this traditional silhouette, consider a smooth, long-line strapless bra with an under wire. If you’re well-endowed, you’ll need to be certain that this type of lingerie covers you up completely and gives you the support you need to feel confident as you walk down the aisle. For women with more petite bust lines, there are a variety of wonderful bras in the marketplace – some of these offer a little discreet padding to augment nature! What you choose depends on your desired silhouette at your wedding.
Best Choice – a long-line strapless bra
Plunging Necklines
Sometimes, wedding dresses will feature low necklines – ones that might expose the fabric of typical bras or corsets. Finding the right style for wedding dresses with plunging necklines can be easier if you make some preparations before you go shopping for your wedding lingerie. Try on your dress and make some notes – indicate where the neckline of your dress ends and where the bra should begin. Take a digital photo of yourself in your gown and bring the camera along with you when you’re buying underwear.
Choose a few styles that might work, and then consider which one offers the most support and the most practical shape for your gown. Since you can’t return lingerie at most stores, you’ll need to get organized – or even take your gown along with you (from your bridal boutique) to try on while you shop. In general, just knowing where the gown ends (from memory or your own notes) will be an excellent way to find the right bra for you.
Best Choice – Pretty plunge bra
Backless
A corset can be an excellent option for backless bridal gowns. Designed with multiple wires, bones, or special fabrics that hold you in place and give you support, a high-quality corset can streamline your figure and provide the ideal foundation for a backless dress. Backless corsets will usually have a row of strong hook and eye closures at the back of the corset – these will be level with your lower back, giving you a smooth, bare look from there on up.
Suggestions – backless bra bodysuit
Short
Today, lots of women opt for shorter designs that show off their legs. For this type of bridal dress, you may want to go for traditional stockings, garters, and a special, girdle-like pair of underwear, such as Spanx. You can always pick up a flimsier pair of panties in silk or lace to wear once you’ve hit your wedding-night destination. However, even today’s support garment underwear can be surprisingly sexy and appealing. Designers have learned to combine excellent elasticity and support with pleasing cuts and embellishments.
If you’re wearing a short gown, consider your stockings, garters, and other lingerie as integral parts of your outfit – they will affect your entire look. Pale cream, white, champagne, and pale pink are popular tones for all types of wedding lingerie. In general, flesh or nude-toned pieces will always work well, as long as they are opaque. Avoid any wedding lingerie that is see-through, in case of a wardrobe malfunction. If you aren’t wearing stockings, make sure your legs are lightly tanned and moisturized. You can still wear a garter for fun, as long as it doesn’t show when you move around.
Suggestions – Spanx panties in nude
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Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
Planning a wedding takes a lot of careful analysis, time management and budget assessment. However, a lot of brides fall short on the last bit. Budget forecast. The first thing they would think of is to cut a fraction of their expenses by foregoing wedding favors. Of course, it seems like a logical choice. Some bridal shops would even recommend it. Why would you tighten your spending on your wedding dress or your shoes or your menu? You have been dreaming about your wedding dress, your shoes and your menu for months. It would be rather unfair if you suddenly alter it, right?
Have you considered how unfair it would be to deprive your wedding guests of little souvenirs of your special day? Most brides have not considered that. Wedding favors are actually considered gifts from you and your fiancé to your guests. There are so many reasons why you should not forego giving away wedding favors to your guests. Here are some reasons why.
Wedding favors show your guests how much you appreciate their presence. It shows graciousness, gratitude and proper etiquette. Guests would definitely leave a wedding, whose hosts possess those qualities, smiling. Wedding favors also serve as mementos. Don’t you think it would be great if you give each of your guests a little something, which would stir the earnestness and warmth of your wedding day? These little keepsakes are a lot better and more intimate than just giving your guests copies of wedding photographs.
Wedding favors also show thoughtfulness. It means that you have put in much consideration into its preparation. Guests know when wedding favors are hastily chosen from out of a bridal shop’s catalogue or if wedding favors are carefully deliberated.
Wedding favors give guests an idea of the bride and the groom’s personalities. The guests get a glimpse of the bride and the groom’s interests and persona. Hence, it is highly recommended that your wedding favors portray a bit of the bride and the groom’s fascinations.
Wedding favors symbolize love and eternity. The hopeless romantics will definitely rejoice. Receiving wonderful wedding favors would increase well wishers and supporters of your matrimony.
To sum it all up, these wedding favors are actually essential aspects of your wedding day. It is impolite and rude to celebrate your special day without giving little thank you trinkets to your guests. These wedding favors are indispensable; although not nearly as indispensable as your wedding dress. Wedding celebrations ought to be a happy, marvelous occasion. That not only goes for the bride and the groom, but for all of your guests. Make each and every person on your special day as comfortable and pleased as they could be by the wedding favors that you so heartily chose for them. Each one of their smiles and well-wishes will surely ring through your mind for the years to come.
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Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
One of the enjoyable tasks, when planning your wedding is choosing your flower girl dress. You may plan to choose a dress that will coordinate with the rest of your bridesmaids, or opt for a simple white dress with coordinating accessories. Whatever your taste, there are a few other considerations. Finding the perfect flower girl dress needs a little thought.
The fashion has changed very little over the years, usually an echo of the bridesmaids in color, style, or length, some flower girls dresses are scaled down versions of the bridal gown or have similar lace or embellishment. Always “little girl” in style the dress can be short or long. There are as many styles as there are bridal gowns, some are formal, but there is no reason for you not to have a flower girl at a more relaxed wedding such as a beach wedding.
A flower girl’s dress can be white, or be a part of the color scheme of the bridesmaids’ dresses. If her dress is white, a colored sash, hair ribbon or posy may be used to tie it in with the bridesmaids’ dresses. Keep in mind the age of your flower girl as younger children will less able to tolerate being hot or cold. Most children will complain or act up if they are in uncomfortable clothes for any length of time, and inevitably that will be at the worst possible moment.
Fabrics for flower girl dresses vary greatly, rich fabrics such as velvet or velour are wonderful, but best confined to winter or autumn weddings. Lighter fabrics are more suitable for a summer or springtime wedding.
Ballet slippers are probably the best choice for shoes, anything from satin to patent leather will be stylish and comfortable. While tights are great for a winter wedding but are really too warm in summer for a little girl to stay comfortable. Gloves are available in sizes to suit little girls to help keep little hands warm.
Remember – if there are any steps to go up or down, little girls tend pull their dress up if it is too long, a disaster if they are trying to carry a posy as well. Be aware that a very young girl may trip on a long skirt, so it’s best to choose a shorter style. Pantaloons underneath can give length without the danger of tripping. If you are having flower girls of varying ages, you can co-ordinate their dresses much as you can your bridesmaids’ dresses.
Whatever the style you choose, fabrics that won’t wrinkle, such as satin or velvet will look best by the end of the day. A good tip is to wait until the last moment to dress your flower girl. If she is very young, and you can afford it, you may want to buy two dresses so you are sure to have a clean one for the photos.
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