All women know that it’s not what you’re wearing, but your accessories that make your outfit. Do you have the right jewelry, shoes, and accessories to make your beautiful gown into a stunning masterpiece? Here are a few pointers on selecting the correct complements to your gown for your big day…
1. When it comes to jewelry, less is sometimes more. If you have a beautiful dress adorned with Swarovski crystals and beading you may want to skip the big, attention grabbing, necklace and earring set, and select a subtle single diamond drop necklace and earrings. Even though the accessories make the dress… you and your dress are still the showstoppers of your wedding. Don’t let the “extras” out shadow you.
2. Your headpieces are just as important as what you are wearing. This includes your hat, veil, tiara or barrettes, AND your hair. All of these elements have to work hand in hand and there is nothing worse than a bride wearing a beautiful gown, but has a busy head of hair and other tangled accessories. Choose the veil that fits your gown and type of ceremony. If your wedding is traditional and formal, go for the long cathedral or chapel length veil with an optional blusher. If your wedding is more modern and hip you can wear a show-stopping hairstyle with an accent hair jewel, go for a cute little pill box hat, or slip on a beaded headband with an attached short, stylish blusher. Remember you do not have to wear a veil, or anything on your head for that matter, but it is wedding tradition and many designers create dress/veil combinations that you can purchase together.
3. Keep your feet happy by choosing the right shoes. If you have a beautiful floor length gown, your shoes may not be seen by everyone, but they are still just as important. Choose stylish shoes that won’t leave you on crutches at the end of the night. Pay attention to the height as well as the thickness of the heels, the type of foot and ankle support, and the color and/or style of the shoes. If you do not wear high heels on a regular basis, this is probably not the best day to start. You will more than likely be on your feet from sunrise to sunset - getting ready, taking pictures, walking down the aisle, dancing, and greeting guests. Comfort is key to choosing your shoes, and there are many stylish shoes that are also feet friendly.
4. Last but not least, don’t forget the undergarments!! Selecting the right bra, panties, and other undergarments are just as important as choosing the right gown. Don’t wear your old worn out bra and panty set in order to save money. It is important to purchase the right support to wear under your beautiful gown. Face it, no bride wants to look in the mirror on her wedding day and see lumps and bumps, and as beautiful as your gown might be, those imperfections will take away from it!
1. When it comes to jewelry, less is sometimes more. If you have a beautiful dress adorned with Swarovski crystals and beading you may want to skip the big, attention grabbing, necklace and earring set, and select a subtle single diamond drop necklace and earrings. Even though the accessories make the dress… you and your dress are still the showstoppers of your wedding. Don’t let the “extras” out shadow you.
2. Your headpieces are just as important as what you are wearing. This includes your hat, veil, tiara or barrettes, AND your hair. All of these elements have to work hand in hand and there is nothing worse than a bride wearing a beautiful gown, but has a busy head of hair and other tangled accessories. Choose the veil that fits your gown and type of ceremony. If your wedding is traditional and formal, go for the long cathedral or chapel length veil with an optional blusher. If your wedding is more modern and hip you can wear a show-stopping hairstyle with an accent hair jewel, go for a cute little pill box hat, or slip on a beaded headband with an attached short, stylish blusher. Remember you do not have to wear a veil, or anything on your head for that matter, but it is wedding tradition and many designers create dress/veil combinations that you can purchase together.
3. Keep your feet happy by choosing the right shoes. If you have a beautiful floor length gown, your shoes may not be seen by everyone, but they are still just as important. Choose stylish shoes that won’t leave you on crutches at the end of the night. Pay attention to the height as well as the thickness of the heels, the type of foot and ankle support, and the color and/or style of the shoes. If you do not wear high heels on a regular basis, this is probably not the best day to start. You will more than likely be on your feet from sunrise to sunset - getting ready, taking pictures, walking down the aisle, dancing, and greeting guests. Comfort is key to choosing your shoes, and there are many stylish shoes that are also feet friendly.
4. Last but not least, don’t forget the undergarments!! Selecting the right bra, panties, and other undergarments are just as important as choosing the right gown. Don’t wear your old worn out bra and panty set in order to save money. It is important to purchase the right support to wear under your beautiful gown. Face it, no bride wants to look in the mirror on her wedding day and see lumps and bumps, and as beautiful as your gown might be, those imperfections will take away from it!
