What are your opinions on colored wedding dresses?

Don't Blam

I am wondering what people think about colored wedding dresses? The color would be red with white accents, I know in our culture we are use to either ivory or white but I don't really hear of people getting colored wedding dresses.
Here is an example

http://www.redhotbrides.com/redbrides/v/MaggieSottero/maggie-amara-royale2.jpg.html

http://www.redhotbrides.com/redbrides/v/MaggieSottero/maggie-lana.jpg.html
http://www.redhotbrides.com/redbrides/v/MaggieSottero/Maggie-Sottero-Wedding-Dress-Alice.jpg.html

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Colored dresses are very common in other parts of the world. It was only since the mid-1800s that white was even considered since no one before Queen Victoria's time wore white to marry in. The royals wore silver. She introduced it as a symbol of wealth since no one else could afford such an impractical color that would never be worn again for any reason. Then later, it became fashionable to follow in her footsteps but they changed the meaning of white to mean purity when it had never symbolized that before at any time. If you wanted people to know you were pure and virginal, you wore blue. In many cultures, white is the symbol of death and mourning, not something to be worn by a bride. Which is why they wear red since it symbolizes love and passion. As far as brides who were not well-to-do during Queen Victoria's time and prior, they wore their best dress they already owned, which was usually a jewel-toned color (red, blue, green, etc). So colored dresses are not a recent trend, despite what many people want you to believe.

Even today, colored dresses are popular in England and Australia. If you go to a Renaissance faire, you will be hard pressed to find any bride there wearing white since white was not worn by commoners or royals back then.

That said, white and ivory aren't flattering on most people even though they are the mainstream options and if you don't like those, you have to get quite creative. Although most people would tell you that "it's all your imagination that white doesn't look good on you since it's flattering on everyone and you won't be properly and legally married if you don't wear it."

If someone wants to wear a colored dress, then they should do that. It's their wedding, their body, their choice. If someone doesn't like it, they don't have to attend the wedding and they can wear whatever they wish when it's their turn. No one's opinion but your own matters in this case.

Personally I don't own anything white, ivory or light colored simply because they are not flattering on me and I don't like how they look on me. They look great on other people but I'm not comfortable with them. So it doesn't make any sense for me to wear a white or ivory gown, especially when other people even agree that those colors don't work with my skintone.

Alternative wedding dress colors?

Q. So we are planning on having a pretty non-traditional wedding. I definitely want to have a shorter, non-fussy, easy to dance in dress that's not going to break the bank. I have nothing against white dresses on principle, but I'm not really sure it would be flattering on me. I have naturally very dark brown hair and very pale skin that doesn't tan at all. I tend to look really washed out when I wear white. I was considering opting for a cream colored dress, but even then I tend to look washed out.

Are there any other colors I could use for a dress that wouldn't be too un-wedding like? I don't want to go too crazy, even though the wedding won't be traditional I still have family to appease. Do you think a lighter gray might work? Green tones tend to be the most flattering on me, would a light seafoam maybe be ok? Any other ideas?

Thanks!!!
Yes! I have Irish heritage and definitely have the "blue" skin tone. I get splotchy when I'm cold too. Haha glad I'm not the only one :)

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Go into some stores & try different coloured dresses to see which will be most flattering on you.
I fully agree that white does not suit everybody & can further drain the colour from your skin. Some ivory shades do the same.
As a bridal dressmaker 1 of the most memorable wedding gowns i have made was a pale pink. The bride was very fair skinned & had naturally white hair. The colour made her glow.
Try a dress in the green & if you feel comfortable with that - then that is what you choose. what about a pale lilac also?
I would suggest however that you do not tell anyone family members of your plans - let them be surprised on the day.
Another bride , who's dress I made , did not want white either , while her mother was insisting that she should have it . I had gone shopping with them & she chose a champagne colour ( ivory with a hint of pink) . The mother later agreed that her daughter had made the right choice,

Look at all sorts of dresses - not just """ wedding dresses"" . The dress becomes your wedding dress because that is what you have chosen to wear for the occasion.

GOOD LUCK

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Knee Length Cream Wedding Dress with what Leggings?

Reality Bi

Im gonna wear black booties with it,it comes with a black belt (my wedding colours are black and cream),and now i wanna know if i should wear solid black leggings or lace leggings,you know the cute ones with designs on them.
The dress looks like this except for the black http://www.google.com/imgres?q=short+cream+tiered+dress&um=1&hl=en&sa=N&tbm=isch&tbnid=B8183hfoLgFD-M:&imgrefurl=http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/cutie-cream-tiered-embellished-dress&docid=XTYd5A1yvpvyOM&w=221&h=300&ei=BSF9TqSPJNKXtweE38RT&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=773&vpy=198&dur=5632&hovh=240&hovw=176&tx=118&ty=121&page=2&tbnh=119&tbnw=86&start=24&ndsp=26&ved=1t:429,r:5,s:24&biw=1280&bih=608
Im leaning more towards solid?
oh that sucks it wont let me post the link i guess :/
@Antique Glitter im going to Las Vegas or going to a courthouse and i hate dresses...so why would i BUY an actually wedding dress lol,its also only going to be me and my fiance,no one else so ummmm yeah and the dress looks like it as in the tiered part but its knee length ty ^_^

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People may say that this dress doesn't really spell out "bride" but you know what, I think it's really great! It's your day and nobody knows your wedding better than you do. Sounds like it fits your color scheme and everything. I'd go with the lace leggings. They'd be more original and fun.

Good luck :)

Is it okay to wear a white dress with black polka dots and a black sash belt to a wedding?

Jennifer L

it is the Chiffon Dot-Print Tiered Dress from white house black market if you want to see which dress I'm talking about.

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I absolutely love that dress. I actually almost bought it for my aunt's wedding, but she said to never wear white to a wedding because it is the color the bride is supposed to wear & that nobody should wear the same color as her. She also said not to wear black because it isn't a color of life, joy, & happiness which is what a wedding is about. So, I would check with the bride first. But, I hope you can wear it because it's so darn gorgeous.

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Spring wedding colour theme pink and green, what to do about bridesmaid dresses?!!!?

samsam<3

So I put up another post yesterday asking if soft green and soft pink are nice colours for a spring wedding, and I got lots of positive responses (thanks everyone!!)

But now i'm curious about how to organize the colours of the bridesmaids dresses and flowers and all that... Like do I have pink dresses with a little green in them or the maid of honour wearing green and the others pink?! What do I do?!

Suggestions PLEASE...!!

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First, a good florist will take up time with you, a sale is a sale and most will let you look thru their books for ages if that is what you want. You can schedule a sitting, no charge, when you have an idea of what you want.

For bridesmaids dresses, they should be green with pink flowers as there are only mostly lime green flowers and they are too bright for me anyway for spring. Sometimes what I suggest and you will think I am crazy, but I have a 64 count box of Crayola Brand Crayons and a kid's sketch pad. I tell the bride the name of the crayons I used and she if she wants can buy a box, it is the best known crayon name around.

I picked three shades of green for the dresses, but narrowed it down to one, a soft mint green. I used granny smith apple green, green, and yellow green. I liked the granny smith apple green, which did not look like the apple, but more like a soft mint green. For pink flowers I used magenta and carnation pink. I put the carnation pink over the magenta to get a deep rose and used the pink carnation for a lighter pink. Added a dot of burgandy/wine when thinking of matching men's bouts.

I think for bouquets you need a deep rose, pale pink, some cream and yellow or change yellow to burgandy, yes burgandy is better, just a dot though.
Go to this site and look at flowers: http://www.fiftyflowers.com

There are a lots of roses in the deep rose and light pink colors, although be careful about hot pink, a dot might be o.k. but be careful. Another favorite of mine and it is very elegant is the stargazer lilly, it has a deep pink center with tiny burgandy dots and coming out to end in cream. This would go with rose and pink and bring in just that dot of burgandy you need for the men. You can bring in some cream with the ivory mini calla lilly, I love the creamy white hypericum berries, Look under cream flowers to see these, also creamy white spray roses and cream carnations or mini carnations which are beautiful and inexpensive.

Also, tulips are available in spring and also the pink callas regular size and mini are great! In addition to tulips, ranunculus, light yellow callas and cymbidium orchids. The white cymbidium with the pink lip or stripes would look beautiful in your bouquet, also comes in baby pink with a burgandy lip, here again a touch of burgandy. Also, gerbera daisies are easy to get and come in a variety of colors, but are not a fav of mine because of the rather large center.

So, I like for the bridesmaids the stargazer lillies, a medium rose colored rose and creamy mini carnations, the soft lemon green spray roses. Re-think, Change to stargazer lillies, a medium rose, creamy mini carnations, creamy white hypericum berries and burgandy dahlia or mini wine or may be called eggplant callas.

For yours, if you like roses, be sure they will be white, white if your gown is white. Many say white, but are actually cream. This is why I like for bride's main flower to be white asiatic lillies or callas, callas not my fav asiatic is better. You can add as much pink as you want, some pink roses and the mini burgandy callas. There are beautiful cymbidium orchids in white and cream with pink stripes, lips and some are white and pink with burgandy lips, very elegant, but may be expensive.

For men, a pale green vest and tie or a pale,pale yellow or cream with mini burgandy callas for bouts. Groom can have white mini callas and add some of the cream hypericum berries to bouts Groom can have either white or burgandy vest and tie, some brides like groom to have white or muted silver vest and tie. It is o.k. to bring in some light yellow to take away from so much green and you will probably never match, so go with a very, very almost white green or a pale,pale yellow or cream, which will look springy and either will look good with the mini wine/burgandy callas and cream hypericum berries for bouts. If you want a lots of color, the groomsmen would look good with burgandy/wine vests and ties, but too much for me, would take away from the springy look, but do what you like, just don't think should try to match greens with bridesmaids, too much green, need some contrast.

The roses and cymbidium orchids will make beautiful corsages for the Mothers and Grandmothers. Also, I still love carnations or minis for maybe grandmother's corsages. An orchid for your Mom and roses for his????

If have servers, some caterers do not need help, but mini carnation corsages are a nice way of recognizing someone who may be helping, but without spending a lots of money.

Fathers can have small burgandy rose bouts, for something different.

Greenery I like is lemon grass which was not pictured under greens, ruscus is a fav, small ivy filler, sprengeri fern and probably leatherleaf which is the old standby and inexpensive.

Hope this helps and you are not thoroughly confused!!!!JL

Wedding Colors: Purple and Green?

Shannon

My favorite color is purple, his is green.
How would you incorporate these colors into a wedding? What shades would you use? Would you throw in another color like cream or white?
I guess I'm mainly wondering how to make these colors work together, lol.
Thanks in advance!

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I think those colors would look nice with cream.

If you're wondering how to make this work, think about the lovely romantic, old-fashioned cottage garden flowers that have purple flowers and green leaves, like violets, lavender, lilacs, and heliotrope (depending on time of year. I'd choose one of these and couple it with the likes of lily-of-the-valley. explore a florists for ideas). mmmm heavenly smelling. you could easily incorporate deep violet purple (bridesmaids in satin?), a dark emerald green (grooms vest, tie in satin damsk laced with a little gold thread, maybe?)and rich cream ( you in pearls, your dress in silk damask?) into a wedding... and think how lovely your bouquet could be: trailing dark pruple and cream with pearls and a teeny bit of gold...

i hope this helps. :)

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What is the name for this style wedding gown?

Yahoo Fan

I know it is strapless, but what is the name for this type of style, where it shapes to the mid-thigh, and flares out?

Mermaid style shapes all the way to the bottom of the knees, this style shapes to about mid-thigh, then flares out, making it easy to walk, and very shaping. Im more voluptuous so I prefer this style to bring out my figure. The A-line dress flares out from the waist down, so it doesn't shape as much as this one, right?

So what do you call this style, and do you like it?

http://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv160/dreambella/coverarmpits.jpg

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That style dress is called a trumpet silhouette. They are perfect for brides who have hour-glass body type and tall brides. They aren't recommended for petite brides, those with pear-shaped body or plus-sized. A-line dresses are supposed to be generally flattering on most body types - it complements natural curves of the upper body. Volumptous sounds like you probably are hour class figurish - so trumpet OR mermaid dresses are made for you! I really like that style. Congrats on your engagement and good luck with the wedding planning!

Non-Floofy Wedding Dresses?

Peruvian V

I've already tried to post this question... but for some reason answers just isn't making it visible.

As the reality that I'm engaged hits me, I'm getting more and more into the whole idea of planning a wedding.

I've started considering THE DRESS.
I don't want the typical princess gown with layers and layers of gauzey fabric.... and I don't want the pick up skirt that makes a bride look like a walking frosted cupcake. While I love the way trumpet and mermaid (and other form fitting gowns) fit other women, I'm large and, well, kinda lumpy in all the wrong places. Basically, no amount of binding undergarments will ever make my silhouette worthy of the mermaid, and I'm okay with that.

I'm just looking for ideas that are unique and not cookie-cutter that also lack that princess/tiara thing.
Even if you have something in mind that isn't offered in a plus-size, please suggest it. Chances are I can find something similar through another designer.

One thing I kind of like is this dress from Allure Bridals: http://www.allurebridals.com/index.php?id=3&product_id=656 I think it's very feminine but not over-the-top floofy... and I like the pleated skirt.

Any other ideas?
If it helps, I have a pretty weird body type. I'm a large woman but I don't have the large chest of one. I'm fairly well proportioned for my size but would definitely like to hide the tummy.

I also like things that are either a) more modern or b) have something that stands out. (the pleats in the skirt of the link I posted, for example)

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I felt the same way about dresses when I was looking, and I liked a lot of Allure Bridals designs, as well. I found I gravitated toward most designer's "destination" gowns, even though we weren't getting married on a beach.

However, I ended up picking a dress that was fancier than I *thought* I wanted, because when I gave it a chance (I dismissed it at first), it turned out to be the right dress. A LOT of people I know have had a similar experience, trust me!

If you want to hide your tummy, there are plenty of empire waist designs out there. Examples:
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?style=AD3299
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?style=SD5230
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?style=JD1315
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?style=SD5211

Maggie Sottero is more or less in the same price range as Allure, btw. See how a lot of those dresses have rouching or detail on top? That will make you look more busty and balanced out. Some more examples:

http://www.morilee.com/Bridals/Voyage/dressint.php?idves=6310&idcat=1&idscat=2&npic=9&npag=3&bsel=
http://www.morilee.com/Bridals/Voyage/dressint.php?idves=6501&idcat=1&idscat=2&npic=8&npag=1&bsel=
http://www.allurebridals.com/index.php?id=3&product_id=359
http://www.allurebridals.com/index.php?id=3&product_id=346
http://www.allurebridals.com/index.php?id=3&product_id=543

I would just advise that you try things on anyway, even if they're different from what you wanted or you think it won't look on you. Some dresses will look RIDICULOUS, no matter how flawed or perfect your figure is! But you'll be surprised at what does work, too!

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I dont want guest to feel stuffy & uptight but I don't want them to dress tacky?

Q. I went to a wedding that my cousin was having and guest were instructed to dress in BLACK TIE attire. Well you kind of ended up feeling stuffy or not see free to let loose. Now, maybe that's her personality.

However, my fiance and I are pretty trendy and lively. We want guest to have the mindset of BLACK TIE, but don't want them to look trashy either. IS ANYONE FALLING ME? I guess I am assuming that the dresscode will kind of set the tone for how the guest will relax.

How can I nicely, if possible, get across to them that the attire is TRENDY/GROWN & SEXY/ ELEGANT/CLASSY?
@ Aspasia... YES MOST OF MY FRIENDS ARE CLASSY.. bc I am classy, but that does not mean they all know etiquettes. And I will not make a generalization about all assuming that most know what I expect.

As a matter of fact that comment makes no sense. That's the whole point of a dresscode to make sure that everyone is on the same page. ENOUGH SAID
I NEVER STATED THAT THE INVITATIONS WOULD STATE THE DRESS CODE. I asked a question about informing guest of what to wear. I have a wedding website, so I would have put it there or somewher in the invitation envelope.
Mrs R... IT DOES MATTER TO ME OR I WOULDN'T HAVE POSTED THE QUESTION. Do you get the whole concept of etiquettes and uniformity? There is always going to be a dresscode and a standard where ever you go. If your church ask their paritioners to not wear hats (men) or revealing tops (women), does it mean that the leader doesn't love the LORD? NO.. it's just a preference.. sets the tone
@ BLUNT.. The smart comments mean nothing. There is a way to get your point across with being an ASS so for the sake of not wasting my time bc we are on the internet.. Thanks for your time and comment

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lol I sure do understand you, Hon....you want your guests to dress well out of respect for your special day, but don't want them to feel that they have Emily Post looking over their shoulders and Miss Manners tsk-tsking at them from a corner.

so, print on your RSVP card at the bottom....(NOT on the invitation as that would be a tsk-tsk from BOTH Manners and Post) the dress code.

Semi-formal wear : men business suits , ladies cocktail dresses, dress suits, dress pants suits. That way, if they dress in a mode acceptable for Easter Sunday church services, you'll be fine

They will read everything on the RSVP card even tho they do return it...

or

state the dress code on the printed set of directions to both wedding and reception venue.

Setting a dress code is both proper and expected when it comes to any kind of party....as the host/hostess it is your obligation to let the guests know the type of reception it is ( your party, so you decide how casual or formal) so they can dress accordingly but remember, it is a suggestion...and most people do follow those suggestions. Think of how upset a guest would feel if they came way overdressed or underdressed compared to everyone else? Every wedding I have been to save one stated the mode of dress, and in my 56 years I've been to alot of weddings...good luck.

What style/color of prom dress would look best on me?

WarriorCat

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/901943_10201137291179533_1729611696_o.jpg

Prom is coming up and I really have no clue what color and style of dress I should look for. Does anybody know what would look best for my hair color and skin tone? I'm pretty pale, have really really really long darkish blond hair. I am 5' 7'' and 123 pounds, pretty small chested, flat stomach, but thicker legs, so short dresses don't look too great on me :/ Also suggestions for jewelry, accessories, and shoes would be appreciated! There is a link to a picture of me to help! Thanks! (:
Hairstyle tips would be great too! My hair is so long so it's hard to curl :/

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can i just start off with how beautiful you are!!!, your hair is amazing!!

You would look good in a long flowy dress, baby blue chiffon material or a lilac, deep purple, those colours would look great, and because your tall (like me) long length will suit your figure beautifully....a few sparkles/diamanté would look great......dont go for a puffed-out dress, it will suit you but a loose flowy one will really compliment your figure :)

http://www.promdressesonlineshop.co.uk/images/prom1214/column-floor-length-one-shoulder-light-blue-pd1220-sequins-trailing-high-slit-prom-dress.jpg ................ something like this would look beautiful

http://syracusepromdress.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Blush-prom-dress-9513.jpg - this is so cute and elegant

SHOES - because you are pale, silver is the perfect colour for you skin tone, go for a small ish heel like this - https://www.glitzy-n-glamorous.com/images/silvercrisscross31.jpg

BAG - pick a silver bag, try and match it with your shoes/ dress

ACCESSORIES - depends on the fitting of your dress if you dont have any fancy one-shoulder straps or strap wear a very elegant dimante necklace, dangly earring a ring and a cute bracelet, try and keep it matching too, a little colour would look good on the jewellery, (matching your dress)

HAIR - keep the colour its gorgeous, maybe you colour try sleeping in rollers? if you want it curly as it will make the curls stronger then curl with curler using very good hair products, try braiding it too, half up and down hair styles look very classy.....a updo would look really good too

here are my faves -

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitBAQ5r6mL-0Ir8mQoVi_7pyRGCydaeiP39fHk1LfgJqsC_ZP7_sqNVZte8O70UFJ4VZgfawktgw4j83YRcPgkfcUtNTaBGUXWtEtdnJ0ErgEjtSE5PoH8tGUf2vzHqT4bgNGhR32UqoBb/s1600/prom-hairstyle-04.jpg

http://www.weddingku.pro/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Wedding-hairstyles-for-long-hair-gallery-hairstyles-trendy.jpg

http://www.girlishh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Retro-Hairstyle.jpg

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjDfAXQ1z1uzeZgAi1FdrVnOLZxFa0QY0v1Mwg3JmsvjVXanKNjByPzvu7VPkm-Yy4aturjA6u_8phDOLoaSdEDEyL4dlLzdmsYzBHK2dIPBznPVttwi4PxN9eBAJ9grCcMTFbLsgfkTta/s1600/different-hairstyles-for-long-hair.jpg - not sure if you will like this one but i think its unique and very pretty

MAKE UP - go for a natural look - gold/copper/brown smokey eyes with a little eyeliner and a pair of natural false eyelashes, a nice pink bush and nude lipstick :)

hope i helped you out....enjoyed looking for ideas for you, good look have a nice prom xoxo

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I need prom dress help!!!!!?

Lorena

I have strawberry blonde hair.
I have white skin - i am not tanned :(
I am not that tall
What prom dress colours/styles would you recommend??

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http://www.promgirl.com/ Has Heaps of Beautiful Dresses.

http://www.seventeen.com/fun/quizzes/prom/prom-dress-quiz When You finish the quiz it will say which style is right for you.

Graduation and Prom Dress? Need advice.?

Belinda

Hi,
Anyone have any ideas or recommendations for:

Stores? Websites?

Specific dresses?

I need a long, formal dress for prom. I want a peach pink dress, but I am open for anything. I also am pretty clueless about nice color combinations. I do NOT like the typical shimmery, jeweled, gaudy prom dress; I want something classy.

And for my graduation dress, I need a white dress (preferably not long). It has to be dressy but still summery. I am not planning on wearing many accessories since it is an outside, sort of casual graduation ceremony. I was thinking of just wearing bright sandals/heals. Maybe teal?

At this point, I am open for anything. Any help?

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I would use quiz for both. I'll post some links. They aren't too expensive, and are classy too.
However, quiz doesn't have a peach dress, but newlook has a good one
http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/dresses/ruby-prom-cream-molly-flower-applique-prom-dress-_269707013
Here's an idea for a graduation one:
It's classy, and cool
http://www.quizclothing.co.uk/clothes/00100000162.html
For both of them, I'd wear pale makeup and black shoes.
http://www.reddressboutique.com/index.php/dresses/glowing-places-dress-peach.html

http://www.reddressboutique.com/index.php/dresses/thrill-of-the-lace-dress-coral.html

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Long sleeves for a wedding gown?

Elizabeth

Ok I'm getting married next November and need a dress that has full long sleeves. Everything that does have long sleeves that I've seen is either out dated, 3/4 sleeved, or too renaissance festival looking. It's because I have full sleeved (tattooed) arms, and to save my mom a headache I need to cover it up. Even a shrug will do. I just want something sleek and not see-through and that covers my whole arm. If anyone knows where I can find something, that would be great. I'm having such a hard time with this.... you would think with the internet today you could find anything, but with this I'm stumped. Thanks.
Also, I've tried all the major bridal gown sites with no luck.

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You can't just add sleeves to a sleeveless dress, if the dress isn't designed for it. I would suggest finding the strapless/sleeveless dress of your dreams then adding a shrug/jacket/bolero:

Like Kate's: http://www.etsy.com/listing/110496412/bridal-bolero-wedding-shrug-fluffy?ref=sr_gallery_18&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/59153327/wedding-shrug-bolero-jacket-white-or?ref=sr_gallery_19&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug+long+sleeve&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/105254230/romantic-vintage-3d-chiffon-swirl?ref=sr_gallery_32&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug+long+sleeve&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/91014677/grace-modern-vintage-silk-bridal-shrug?ref=sr_gallery_26&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug+long+sleeve&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=3&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/49636631/aurora-silk-ruffle-bridal-wedding-bolero?ref=sr_gallery_9&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug+long+sleeve&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=4&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/69326999/dahlia-silk-ruffle-blossom-bridal-bolero?ref=sr_gallery_11&ga_search_query=wedding+shrug+long+sleeve&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=6&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/82584242/bridal-jacket-felted-ivory-long-sleeves?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=wedding+jacket+long+sleeve&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/73245654/celia-white-jacket?ref=sr_gallery_34&ga_search_query=wedding+jacket+long+sleeve&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=3&ga_search_type=all

http://www.etsy.com/listing/73130481/audrey-silk-ruffle-wedding-bolero-with?ref=usr_faveitems

Or a long sleeve dress:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/107587091/long-sleeve-low-back-hollywood-glamour?ref=sr_gallery_19&ga_search_query=long+sleeve+wedding+gown&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all

Where do i find high necked, long sleeved wedding gowns?

Cybele

Like Grace Kelly's

http://onthisdayinfashion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Grace-kelly-lace-wedding-gown.jpg
In a size 4-6

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You could have it made by a local seamstress.

But if you look carefully at the top of the dress, it looks like a strapless dress where lace has been added to the bodice and arms. You could find a seamstress who can do that with most any dress.

http://www.beautifullymodest.com/products/B3023.html Add lace sleeves, which is not a problem for a skilled tailor.

http://www.latterdaybride.com/granger-details.php

http://www.takadanama.com/tag/vintage-wedding-dresses-with-lace-sleeves/

LOOK:

http://www.plushold.com/2011/10/princess-lace-wedding-gowns-with-sleeves/princess-lace-wedding-gowns-with-sleeves-o2/

http://iweddingdress.onsugar.com/wedding-dresses-sleeves-dream-bridal-sleeve-wedding-dresses-vintage-yet-modern-Black-white-wedding-dresses-17841274

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Is it too much to spend $7,800 on a wedding dress?

Q. My cousin just bought her wedding dress. Well, she's getting it tailor made. It's going to cost her $7,800. Is this price reasonable?

Thanks.
Note: she is very fussy. lol.
I keep telling her it's too much for a dress she will only wear once...she doesn't agree =\ i figured i would ask this question so she could see that she's the crazy one and not me...
It's her wedding i guess so i'm going to stop pestering her haha

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I work as a bridal consultant, and have sold gowns that are over $10,000. It really depends on the wedding. Some brides want silk with hand done embroidery--that's going to start you off at about $3000, and that would probably be a discontinued sample. Any dress less than that price is probably going to be polyester. Is there anything wrong with that, absolutely not, unless you have an allergy to poly. I had one bride who didn't tell me, I put a dress on her, she immediately started breaking out in hives. Someone pointed out that your wedding gown is roughly 10% of the overall wedding budget, and that's a pretty decent rule to follow. If she's getting this dress custom made by a dressmaker/seamstress/designer then I'd say $7800 is probably pretty decent, depending on what she's having done, and where she lives.

For everyone who's saying that's crazy, just because YOU wouldn't spend that much $$ on a wedding dress doesn't mean there aren't plenty of people out there who don't think anything about it. A wedding dress is a (hopefully) once in a lifetime purchase. A bride has the right to spend whatever she wants to, without having to justify her decision to anyone, assuming she has the money to spend in the first place.

Good, affordable wedding dress shops in Seattle?

S. N.

Looking for a place with low prices (my budget is 800) but nice gowns. I am going to look at Davids Bridal but I would like a few more places to look around at in the Seattle/Tacoma area. Any suggestions?

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Recently I helped someone select dresses for her wedding. While paging through the racks of brides maid dresses I saw some really gorgeous styles that I absolutely loved. Months later, I went back to the bridal shop and looked at those dresses again because I needed a dress for a formal affair. I ordered a beautiful dress, in black, for myself and it was the perfect dress for this fancy cocktail party I attended.

If you take a good look at the brides maid dresses you will see some really nice styles there. And, these dresses can be ordered in white. Clear your mind and look at each dress objectively and you may just find something you love, well within your budget. Really, these brides maid dresses come in every imaginable style and some even have small trains. Also, any qualified seamstress can add some bling to a dress for the fraction of the cost of a wedding gown. If you want a longer train, you can have one added in a sheer fabric, a tulle fabric or lace draped beautifully from the waist. Consider the possibilities.

Unconventional, yes. Doable, yes. Worth consideration, yes. What do you have to lose? Nothing.

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What type of wedding gown is in style?

chantelle

My wedding is in summer 2013, but I have no idea what kind of wedding gown is in style now. Thank you!

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Halter Top with Low Back. It's quite possibly the most sought after styles right now.

For a beach wedding though... There is a new trend on bikini wedding gowns. My friend that got married last year wore a bikini wedding gown. Their wedding was held on a private island. It's a very unique wedding gown. But she looked really beautiful in it.

Goodluck on your wedding.

Which wedding gown is better?

Yorik

I really love this two,but can not decide which one to choose, need help.
any suggestion?

http://www.mltailor.com/products/high-low-ivory-bridal-gown-mlsw24017-_10957.html

and

http://www.mltailor.com/products/ball-gown-chapel-train-organza-bridal-gown-for-fall-mlsw24018-_10958.html

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I would pick the second one, I cannot stand the first one, the front is too high up and it may show things and may look a bit slutty and you DON'T want that for your wedding. the second one is pretty and modest and nice. I am planning to get married sometime in 2013, just some advice from another bride.

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Custom made wedding dress?

Cora

Ok so I've been wedding dress shopping a couple of times at several stores many of which ONLY sell strapless dresses. I HATE strapless dresses. I don't know why anybody would want to show off their armpits at their wedding. And I'm a swimmer so it does nothing to feminize my broad shoulders. So I want to get a custom made dress. Does anyone know where I could find a designer to work with In the greater atlanta area?

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I've seen a LOT of dresses that aren't strapless. Check out David's Bridal or Alfred Angelo. Cap sleeves are really popular on dresses too, and you could easily have them added to a dress you like for not much money.

I'm guessing you also don't like thin sleeves or spaghetti straps, because those are popular too.

You can also add something like a lacy top to a dress you like. Something like this:

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Satin-Faced-Organza-Gown-with-Illusion-Piece-VW351023_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

Here are some other non-strapless dresses I found:

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Cap-Sleeve-Fit-and-Flare-Lace-Gown-MS251005_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Short-Lace-Cap-Sleeve-Dress-with-Exposed-Zipper-231M28570_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Chiffon-Gown-with-Draped-Cowl-Neck-and-Lace-Detail-874650_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Long-Chiffon-A-Line-Gown-with-Flutter-Sleeves-9OP1233_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Satin-A-line-with-Beaded-Lace-Jacket-9V8835_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Short-Sleeve-Satin-Gown-with-Beaded-Lace-SLV9453_Bridal-Gowns-Features-All-Gowns

Congratulations and good luck!

If I get a strapless wedding gown, can I have some kind of sleeve added?

melouofs

There's no way I'm wearing strapless or spaghetti straps, but since that style is so popular, I was wondering whether I could get a dress of that type and have some kind of sleeve sewn on? Anyone have any experience with this?

I realize strapless is very nice, but I am not interested in the look for myself, so I need something with sleeves. I thought if this was possible, I'd have alot more dress choices available.

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Absolutely, you can do everything from simply adding spaghetti straps, to cap sleeves, to even a 3/4 sleeve. You can do sheer fabric, lace, or even a solid satin to match your gown. Actually, adding sleeves of a basic type is a fairly simple procedure on a strapless dress. Find a good dressmaker who can help you with this.

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Where can I find inexpensive wedding gowns in New England?

no name

I'm from Rhode Island. I can only spend about $200-$250 for a wedding gown. I want something nice that fits nice. Any places in RI, MA or CT (besides David's Bridal) that can help me out?

Thanks!

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Try New Hampshire. Not only do they have a LOT of bridal stores, but there's no sales tax!
My parents live in Nashua, which is one exit out of MA, not too far from you. Google Nashua Bridal Stores, they have like 10 just on one road.
Good luck!

Who is a little groom or bride?

kk

what are their rolls in a wedding ceremony

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A little boy and girl from about 2-9 years old, dressed like the real bride and groom in a tux and white gown, sometimes the girl has a little veil. They usually come in after the bridesmaids, before the flower girl and ring bearer, and yes, their role is to look adorable.

http://evantidephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/rachaustb_0013.jpg

http://www.robalberti.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Alpine-Counry-Club-Cranston-RI-Wedding-Receptin-www.robalberti.comIMG_4123.jpg

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s127/Cake06June/inhw141.jpg

http://farm1.staticflickr.com/175/381079342_1265f97732.jpg

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Looking for a good website that shows me colored wedding gowns?

ABCD

looking for the first dress shown on http://www.thefabchic.com/2009/06/wedding-trends-for-2009-bridal-gowns.html

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Well picture doesn't really show dress very well, but here's a few I thought might be close:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Sweetheart-Neckline-Satin-Embroidery-Wedding-Dress-Gown_W0QQitemZ220482734036QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWedding_Dresses?hash=item3355cb87d4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-champagn-Lace-Wedding-Dress-Bridal-Gown-Size-Custom_W0QQitemZ200387686202QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWedding_Dresses?hash=item2ea8096f3a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

http://cgi.ebay.com/Pink-Applique-Beading-Satin-Bridal-Wedding-Dress-Gowns_W0QQitemZ180410137690QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWedding_Dresses?hash=item2a01483c5a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

I don't think you will find pictures of this exact dress in different colors. Most designers do dress photos in one color and then you can change that to any standard bridal color, ivory, white, champagne etc. These dresses I've listed here can be ordered in whatever color you want but you are not going to know what it will look like until you receive it.

different meaning of gown colours for wedding?

esther m

what does a pink wedding gown mean?
do people do wedding with pink gowns?

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GOWN COLORS:
blue - constancy; a blue ribbon - purity, fidelty, & love.
green - youth;
Gold & yellow should be avoided as they mean jealousy and avarice, respectively.

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Yellow + Grey + ? = Wedding Colors?

Joy H

I LOVE the idea of yellow and grey together for a wedding color scheme. My mom thinks the grey is too drab so I'm wondering if I should add accents of another color? If so, what color? I definitely want the bridesmaid dresses to be grey, and the groomsmen will wear black tuxedos with grey vests. My fiancee loves the whole idea too, we just aren't sure what to put with it.

I would love some of your creative suggestions :)

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Actually, I would ignore your mother's input on this. Yellow and gray are complementary colors and look well together. Gray is not drab. It is elegant and sophisticated. Gray is silver--is silver drab? No, it isn't. I don't think your mother is able to visualize just how stunning the color combo really is. You don't need more accent colors, as you can use a variety of yellows, grays, and silvers which will look very rich and sumptuous. A little white in your dress and maybe the table lines should be the only other color you use.

You and your fiance should use the colors you like and let your mother's opinion fall to the side.

wedding colors?

hollymccar

I'm having a hard time coming up with wedding colors for my wedding on October18, 2008. I'm very picky about making sure it doesn't clash with the venues. The church has dark brown pews with red cushions and the floor is red. the floor goes up into steps and onto a stage so the red is pretty prominent. The reception hall has sage green floors and that color goes halfway up the walls.

Any ideas? pics and links to schemes are greatly appreciated:)

Any other ideas you have for the decor or all around look of the wedding would be wonderful:)

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First let me congratulate you for your upcoming wedding. Lot of choices to be made. Choose wisely.

I found this site that says alot about you. Hope that will give you ideas.

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Weddings-1546/fall-wedding-flowers-colors.htm

Expert: Nancy Plomaritis
Date: 3/14/2007
Subject: fall wedding flowers and colors

Question
Dear Nancy, My daughter is getting married this October. The church is quite old and has red seat cushions on the wooden pews. She has chosen plum bridesmaid dresses. What fall flowers could you suggest for the church and the reception as well as the bouquets for the bridesmaids? She wants and all white bouquet. Her dress is formal and the wedding is in the afternoon. The reception is to be at a country club which is a renovated Pennsylvania fieldstone farmhouse. The ballroom carpet has plum, cream and dark green. Thanks so much!

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Hi Leslie,

I would stay away from all dark colors like plum for bouquets. Dark colors photograph as a hole in the bouquet. So sticking with the other fall colors would be the way to go. You may choose yellow or red. Or yellow and red.

Many flowers are available all year to choose from. Roses always top my list and come in many color varieties.

If you want to do an all red bouquet for the maids consider Amaryllis and roses. Peak supplies of Amaryllis are October through May. They are very long lasting. They go together beautifully with roses.

Lillies are also nice. Your local florist may have a few ideas of her own, too. They will also may be aware of local suppliers that may come into play. And also what she likes according to her artistic talent.

Thank you for your inquiry,
Nancy Plomaritis
http://weddingflowersgallery.com

Does that help? I hope.

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where can I find affordable wedding gown in the bay area?

silvermist

where can I find affordable wedding gown in the bay area?
No David Bridal please.. we went there and wasn't too happy with selection, we even went to the great mall.

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See sites below for ideas.

I am looking to find a Wedding Gown Rental in the Bay Area. Anyone has suggestions?

Excited Br

Answer
Some of the bridal shops will rent wedding gowns... best thing to do is call first so you don't have to go out and drive around town endlessly.

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