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What is The Empire Style Wedding Dress?

Empire Style Wedding Dresses

The Empire Line Wedding Dress has a short bodice with a narrow skirt usually with a square neckline and sleeves. A very versatile style which creates a flattering elongated effect the Empire cut wedding dress will also appear to lengthen your legs and make you look slimmer and taller. Women with larger builds can wear an Empire line to good effect.

The Empire Style is very versatile and is usually floor length. The height of the waistline is the major feature of the empire line wedding dress and it is the other design elements that change the overall look of the dress. If you are having a winter wedding you could have long bell sleeves, but if you’re planning a beach wedding tiny short sleeves are perfect. Skirt style is important on the empire cut, and the cut and the fabric will depend on the silhouette you want to create.

Lighter fabrics are best for the empire style as they drape and flow to create a romantic effect. Light weight silk tiered so that it gently overlaps in the front, create a romantic gentle effect. An empire style is also perfect for pairing two different fabrics such as a lace bodice with a simple satin skirt.

The empire style is especially suited for you if you have a small bust as it draws attention to the neckline and creates definition. Design detail such as ruching or lace will give you the illusion of a fuller bust.

The traditionally square neckline of the empire dress can also minimise a large bust. While other neckline accentuate breast definition, the square cut modestly covers larger breasts.

Things to Consider:

The design of the empire dress is ideal for covering a multitude of sins as the dress flows from the bust line. An empire dress is also ideal for pregnant brides as the looser skirt can accommodate your growing tummy.

Best Figure Type:

Strangely empire wedding dresses are flattering to the fuller figure as well as those with a smaller bust. If you have a fuller figure avoid ruching or ruffles on the bodice. A good bra and some emphasis on the bodice rather than the skirt will enhance the smaller bust.

Fabrics to use:

Crepe, chiffon, satin, silk velvet all fall beautifully for an empire wedding dress, avoid very thick fabrics such as damask.

Wanda Arnold’s website www.weddingsdresses.tv will help you find your dream wedding dress and buy it online. Helpful tips and information for choosing fabrics and styles. Our video How to Take your Measurements shows you how to take professional standard measurements for your wedding dress. You will find site reviews and links to online Bridal Stores.

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How to Choose a Plus Size Wedding Dresses

Plus Size Wedding Dresses can be just as beautiful as any other wedding dress.

Are you dreading the whole “dress shopping” experience because you think you won’t find the type of dress you are dreaming of in your size? We shouldn’t have to feel like we don’t deserve our dream dress just because we are big. We want the same as every other bride wants on her wedding day, to feel beautiful, to feel like a princess, and we all have the right to feel that way on our wedding day, regardless of our size. Read on for help in finding your dream wedding gown.

Just because you’re not super slim doesn’t mean you can’t have the perfect wedding dress.

Very few women have the body of a supermodel. Few of us even are a perfect size. We all have some areas that don’t fit the into the ‘perfect’ ideal. You can still look as wonderful in the same gorgeous gowns as slimmer women.

The secret is: MAKE SURE YOUR WEDDING DRESS FITS!

Forget sizes and measurements, they are just labels. Remember the Duchess of York on her wedding day?

She looked fabulous-

because her dress fitted not because she had lost a heap of weight.

If you choose the right wedding dress and silhouette you can look fabulous no matter what size you are.

Perhaps a strapless gown to show off creamy shoulders, or if you are curvy a Mermaid style wedding dress.

Draw the eye to your most striking features.

* Low necklines and bare shoulders if you have a good bust, (an added bonus being that it will make your face appear longer and slimmer).

* Wearing your hair up will show off a smooth neck.

* If you have a lovely complexion focus on your face and choose a simpler gown maybe with an empire waist, as it’s the most flattering to a woman’s silhouette.

Empire line wedding dresses are a good choice for most women as the style elongates the body, drawing attention to the bust-line and making you look slimmer and taller.

Pay attention to the type of fabric you use. A stiff fabric in some styles may not flatter you but in a simple fitted style can be very slimming.

Regardless of the dress style you choose for your wedding dress, the following tips in mind will help ensure you have the most beautiful shape possible:

Buy a dress that fits.

* This ensures the dress will fall correctly and won’t pull and crease, and accentuate the “not-so-perfect” areas. See our How to take Your Wedding Dress Measurements article for a fool proof way to take your vital statistics correctly.

* Wear appropriate lingerie. Who wants a panty line in the wedding photos!

* Make sure your bra is the correct size. Free fitting is available at many department stores.

* Long line bras and Body Shapers help trim your silhouette.

* Less is sometimes more. Don’t overdo the lace and ruffles.

*A simple shape is the best for a streamlined silhouette. A line, Empire style and Column style all have a slimming effect.

* A full Ball gown style will emphasise a small waist and hide broad hips – this style will also balance out a small bust if you emphasise the bodice with brocade or lace.

*Be aware of the horizontal design features. Where the waist line sits, the hem length, does a short sleeve finish at the bust line? Never have a horizontal feature at your widest part… for instance

* Do not have a dropped waistline if you have broad hips,

* Don’t have the hemline at the widest part of your calf -go shorter or longer for a slimming effect.

*Colour is also very important. Dark colours can be more slimming than pastels or bright colours, but is just as important to wear a colour that suits you. It may be worth having a personal colour chart done for even if you never use it again.

Wanda Arnold’s website  www.weddingsdresses.tvwill help you find your dream wedding dress and buy it online. Our video will show you How to Take Your Measurements in a few easy steps. Explanations of different figure types to help you choose your perfect bridal gown. You can read site reviews and link to online Bridal Stores.

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As Mother of the Bride What should You Wear?

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As Mother of the Bride What should You Wear?

You’re just as excited about the big day as the bride. This will be one of the most important days of your life as well as your daughter’s, and you’ll want to look your best.

The Mother of The Bride plays an important role and even though the bride is the star, there is one person everyone will watch – the Mother of The Bride. At your daughter’s wedding day, you will be on show so choosing your outfit is vitally important. There are a number of things to keep in mind when choosing your outfit here are a few tips to help you find the perfect outfit.

Wedding Etiquette

Wearing white or cream is absolutely out of the question, unless the bride requests it, or is wearing a coloured wedding dress. Likewise, as Mother of The Bride, anything too revealing would be considered a little tasteless. Red is also considered a no no as it is too eye catching.

Co-ordinate the wedding party

You are part of the wedding party, and a coordinated look will work better for photographs and the overall colour scheme of the wedding, than a colour and style completely at odds with the bride and bridesmaids.

Don’t forget to check with the Mother of the Groom. Imagine if you wore the same outfit!

Be Comfortable

As Mother of The Bride you’ll on your feet for a large part of the day as well as attending the ceremony. By the end of the reception you will have been busy for many hours. So, you need an outfit – especially shoes! – that feel good as well as look great. Don’t wear an ill fitting outfit it is always better to concentrate on FIT rather than get hung up on SIZE. An outfit that is too tight will be really uncomfortable by the end of the evening and will never be as flattering as one that is well fitting and correctly sized.

Before making a final decision on your outfit consult your daughter, and let the Mother of The Groom know what you plan to wear.

Formality

Consider how formal the wedding will be. A black-tie wedding may need full-length gown – a pretty, summer dress may be ideal for a beach wedding. If the wedding is a formal affair a suit with match hat, bag and gloves always looks elegant.

Style

Choose a style to suit your figure type. You can disguise many figure faults if you wear a a garment that fits properly and flatters your figure type.

Color

Find a colour that blends with the rest of the wedding party – you will be in the photos. Avoid white, cream, red and black.

Fabric

Unless your daughter is having a beach wedding a solid colour will photograph better than a print. If you want a patterned fabric try something with a self pattern.

Wanda Arnold’s website www.weddingsdresses.tv will help you find your perfect Mother of The Bride Outfit and buy it online. Helpful tips and information for choosing fabrics and styles that suit you and flatter your figure type. You can see site reviews and link to online stores.

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Flower Girl Dresses – Just as Important as Your Wedding Dress

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Flower Girl Dresses – just as important as your wedding dress

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 colour, 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 colour scheme of the bridesmaids dresses. If her dress is white, a coloured 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.

Wanda Arnold’s website www.weddingsdresses.tv will help you find dresses for every member of your dream wedding party and buy online. Helpful tips and information for choosing fabrics and styles. Explanations of Wedding Dress Styles to help you choose your perfect bridal gown. You can read site reviews and link to online Bridal Stores.