The Bridal Bouquet: Choosing the Right Accessory
September 29, 2008
Choosing the Right Bridal Bouquet
Throughout time, flowers have been used to communicate feelings. Did you know, for example, that when you receive an orange or lemon blossom, it means fidelity? Receiving a peach blossom is a different thing altogether. In flower symbolism, it means “I am your captive.” Even roses have different meanings depending on their color: red= passion, white=purity, pink=happiness.
Traditionally, brides’ bouquets were simply made with white flowers.
- White roses meant purity
- White calla lilies, magnificent beauty; and
- White daisies, innocence and loyal love. [Read more]
How to Look Radiant on Your Wedding
September 26, 2008
Radiant Bride
Every bride wants to look radiant and beautiful on her wedding day. There are some simple tricks that will keep you glowing and gorgeous. Follow this easy plan for a flawless wedding look.
A Few Months Before the Wedding
Don’t leave your entire beauty routine until the last minute. You should sit down a few months before your wedding and plan a routine to stay healthy and in shape. Planning a wedding can be a very stressful time, so avoid the pitfalls of getting too stressed out, such as eating lots of sugary and salty foods, or spending too much time on the couch with magazines, books, and to do lists when you could be out and about. [Read more]Choosing Your Bridal Jewelry
September 24, 2008
Choosing your Bridal Jewelry
Finding the perfect accents for your wedding day.
Though the wedding gown usually gets most of the attention when it comes to putting together your wedding day look, jewelry is an important and often over-looked part of pulling it all together. Before you start selecting pieces, keep in mind that everything should have a cohesive look and feel. Try not to select all your pieces separately, and always consider how everything will look together.
When deciding what type of jewelry to wear, it’s helpful to have already chosen a wedding gown. As a general rule, your bridal jewelry should coordinate with the bridal gown you have selected to wear on your wedding day. [Read more]
Know Your Body Type
September 20, 2008
If you don’t have a clue what wedding dress style works with your body type, or even what body type you are keep reading! This article will help you determine your body type. This article also gives suggestions for what dress silhouette will most likely flatter you and what to avoid. Silhouette refers to the overall shape of a gown. Silhouette could be body hugging or flowing into a full ball gown. Bear in mind, though, that the most important thing is to go out and try on a few dresses in different styles to see what you like and look best in.
Hour Glass Body Shape
A-line from Maggie Sottero
If your hips and bust are approximately the same size, and you have a defined waist smaller than either of these by at least four inches, then you’re an hourglass. Most wedding gowns you see in bridal magazines and bridal stores are cut for an hour glass shape, so of all the body types you’ll have the easiest time and fun finding a wedding dress.
Silhouette: A-line; empire waist
Neckline: V-neck, scoop, plunging necklines
What to Avoid: Ball-gown silhouettes [Read more]Popular Wedding Gown Necklines
September 19, 2008
Looking for the right neckline on your bridal gown is just as important as finding a wedding gown to fit your body type. The classic and ever popular strapless neckline is not for every one. Your neckline not only frames your neck and face, but it also compliments your upper body. Choose a neckline that will work with your assets, not over power or under state them. Below is a list of neckline styles and what they work well with. (Click on image to enlarge)
Bateau Neckline Gown by Amy Kuschel
Bateau. This neckline is also known as a boat neck. This is a higher neckline that typically follows the collar bone curve and extends horizontally from one shoulder to the other. It tends to look best on women with larger busts and not broad shoulders.
Square Neckline Gown by Amy Kuschel
Square. This neckline is similar to the scoop, but with a shape of a half square curve. Works well with full figure without showing too much cleavage.
Halter Neckline Gown by Amy Kuschel
Halter. This neckline creates a beautiful open back neckline. This works best on tall, broad shouldered and/or smaller busted brides. [Read more]
