Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Wedding Dress Silhouettes

Here are the things every bride should know about wedding dress silhouettes. A silhouette should work with your body type, personal style, and wedding. Most important is how the shape works with your body type. You obviously want something flattering. Next, you want something that works with your personal style. This would be the type of dress you dream about or see in magazines and say "I want that." Lastly, make sure it works with your wedding. If you have a small private wedding on a beach, you shouldn't have a silk princess ball gown the size of the wedding party. Below are some guidelines...

A-line
  • Best Body Type- This works well with most body types. The A-line makes round bodies appear slimmer and short bodies appear taller. The lines of the skirt hide the lower body of those with hips and can add the illusion of curves to those with less shape.
  • Personal Style- traditional, elegant, refined, girlie
  • Wedding Setting- The A-line is what I like to call the traditional gown and therefore is perfect for traditional weddings! Whatever your religion, this A shaped flare is sure to be perfect. It's not too over the top and not too casual. Therefore, it works perfect for a medium sized wedding.


Ball Gown
  • Best Body Type- Great for brides who are a little bustier. This shape draws the attention down and balances the proportions. Perfect for the inverted triangle body type.
  • Personal Style- over the top, girlie, bold, romantic
  • Wedding Setting- This silhouette works best for over the top weddings. Usually over 200 guests, in a large ball room, with large floral arrangements. If the dress is this big, the party better be just as grand.


Princess Length
  • Best Body Type- This length can work well on petites, slim figures, and tall women alike. Plus sized brides should avoid the princess length unless they are taller than 5'9 or it may make them appear heavier.
  • Personal Style- retro, sweet, girlie, vintage 
  • Wedding Setting- This silhouette is all about the length. Since it is not too short it is still completely wearable for all occasions. The volume makes it appropriate for weddings in places of worship and the length could even make it casual enough for a backyard. It's all how you accessorize it!


Empire Waist
  • Best Body Type- This under the bust waistline is perfect for hiding hips, stomachs, or thighs while drawing attention to the bust. It also lengthens the body and would work well on petite brides. Great for pear shapes.
  • Personal Style- sophisticated, bohemian, romantic, chic
  • Wedding Setting- Empire waist dresses are very sweet. The fit is perfect for just about every setting. Works well for beach, church, and backyard weddings. It can be worn anywhere. And this silhouette can actually be shortened and worn again.


Mermaid
  • Best Body Type- This silhouette works best for those with curves. It accentuates well proportioned women by showing off what they've got.
  • Personal Style- bold, girlie, romantic, dreamy
  • Wedding Setting- Mermaid dresses work in almost all settings. They don't work for small informal or more casual weddings. Because of the elegant shape, it works best for weddings with 75 guests or more that take place in beautiful settings such as places of worship, parks, and event spaces.


Cocktail
  • Best Body Type- The cocktail length works for everyone! Follow the guidelines from the other silhouettes as far as what works best for sheath, ball gowns, A-lines, etc. to choose which cocktail dress suits you.
  • Personal Style- edgy, trend setter, adventurous, modern
  • Wedding Setting- This short cropped dress is perfect for more casual weddings, spur of the moment weddings, and weddings that are a little more trendy than most. This also makes a great reception dress for a larger wedding.


Sheath
  • Best Body Type- Great for narrow frames. This dress falls straight down and works well with slimmer bodies. The long lines are also beneficial for petite women since it elongates the lines of the body.
  • Personal Style- simple, chic, timeless, sophisticated
  • Wedding Setting- This silhouette works best for elegant weddings and beach weddings. The soft drape is simple and gorgeous but not overwhelming. The wedding should not be more overwhelming than the dress.

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Della Giovanna Bridal Gowns

Della Giovanna (a new bridal collection) just introduced it's first line of edgy bridal dresses! Decked out with metal studs, leather details, and ruffles, this line remains traditional but with a twist. Check out some of the collection below...


Della Giovanna designs bring an edgy new dimension to bridal wear. Beyond ruffles and lace, she adds leather and hardware to a bridal collection like no other. Inspired by her New York City surroundings, she has created a uniquely modern look for a traditional event.




Della Giovanna innovated the concept of “Bridal Separates”. Brides can now combine the top of one design with the bottom of another to choose the perfect look for their special day. They also provide the opportunity to achieve a much better overall fit for every bride.




Della Giovanna is located in Brooklyn, NY and also makes custom wedding gowns for clients.
www.della-giovanna.com
www.facebook.com/dellagiovannainc


Saturday, January 12, 2013

Silly Wedding Ideas

Want your wedding to be all about you? Well that's simple, why not make everything look like the bride and groom? Here are some super cute and silly wedding ideas...

Cake Pops

Champagne

Cupcakes

Manicure

Glasses