Less is more

No matter how simple your tastes may be in everyday life, there seems to be something about choosing a wedding gown that frequently makes a girl crave a small degree of ornamentation. It’s understandable! As even though chic is all about simplicity and those words “less is more” may echo in your head there’s another voice there saying “but it’s my wedding!!!” You can be chic any old time but weddings conjure up dreams of lace, beads, diamante bling, floaty bits of chiffon or georgette.. you get the gist. Maybe not the kind of style you normally go for.
Don’t be perturbed you can still be simply elegant yet satisfy this urge with a tasteful hint of the trimmings you’re dreaming of. There’s so many fabulous ways to get subtle decorative detail. For a few years there’s been quite a trend toward sparkly diamante in either brooches or even in the straps of the gown and is an extravagant touch that lifts a dead simple frock (very Versace 2005!). Another beautiful feminine touch is a layer of gorgeous lace or a touch of appliqué in the bodice - nothing too busy but it lifts the totally plain look to something a little bit more special. Beading can be amazing too – you don’t have to go to “Bollywood” extremes – just a pretty little scatter combined with lace appliqué is divine. Also think sashes and ties (always romantic), chiffon trains, silk flowers (so pretty) or even hand painting fabric. Images here are to give you inspiration. You don’t want to be disappointed later and think I had the chance to look all “bridey” and I blew it! Unless of course seriously simple is totally you in which case follow your style and don’t be swayed! I am only speaking to those who have a hankering for adornment like me.

It’s worth remembering that the less full on you go, the more your pictures will stay unembarrassing for future generations! Another pearl of wisdom is: too much embellishment can ruin a stunning gown. Mind you there’s always the bride who thinks “stuff that” and will go the whole hog. Princess More Is More. That’s ok - It’s a personal thing.

Spring is in the air so enjoy your bridal shopping.

Kirstie

Location! Location!

In the middle of a freezing cold winter I recently escaped up north to paradise where the skies were bright blue and the ocean was sparkling –(well apart from a few overcast days but let’s not spoil the vision!) As I was looking out at the amazing vistas I was thinking about how popular the destination wedding has become as a way of combining wedding and honeymoon and for a sure fire way of amazing wedding photos in exotic locales. That alone is rather appealing.
How do you get the dress sorted out though?

Does your gown become less important than the backdrop??
I think the look has to be soft – not stiff. It’s essential that the fabric isn’t ruined by the travel. Flowing fabrics that catch the wind will look great but are they too delicate? You would need to consider the weight of a huge princess shape and I would suggest it’s not quite practical.

I guess if you wanted to go to some stunning European location you could stop off in Paris or Rome and find something off the rack that fits the bill. Risky though isn’t it? Mostly couples choose the tropical locale where you can look beach chic in a simple slimline or goddess style of dress. Easy to pack and effortlessly glam. Incorporating local customs into the ceremony and the look of the outfit is cute too. Frangipanis in the hair, Hawaiian lays around the neck, Balinese fabrics as a trim – or Cuban cigars. It’s all kind fun isn’t it?

If you are a totally mad Scottish couple who fancy an Australian wedding (and favour the grey jumpsuit as a fashion statement) then how about this?

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Wish I was still in the resort but back to shooting gorgeous gowns for BRIDE. Now I just need a tropical location….

Kirstie