Finding The Perfect Wedding Dress When You’re a Curvy Girl
January 17, 2010
Every little girl dreams of looking like a princess on her wedding day, and your bodies size and shape should not hold you back from fulfilling that dream. All women come in different shapes and sizes, even plus size and curvy girls. Did you know that plus size women can define their shape as hourglass, pear, apple, or boys shaped just like thinner women do? Knowing your shape is the first step to choosing a beautiful wedding gown that is not only flattering, but also something you can be comfortable in. Here are some other tips to help you choose the perfect wedding gown.
- Invest in quality undergarments. No matter your size, a lot of women overlook the importance of well-fitted undergarments. By choosing great and flattering undergarments you are setting yourself to look even better in your wedding gown. It’s probably a good idea to invest in your undergarments before you go wedding dress shopping, that way you can try on dresses using your own undergarments since not many stores have plus-sized undergarments for you to borrow. You will want to invest in a bra with straps that can be worn in several different ways such as strapless, halter, or one shoulder. Make sure the panties are comfortable since they are what you will be wearing the entire day of your wedding. You will also want to make sure that they are sexy as well as comfortable so that you will feel beautiful and confident through and through.
- Avoid large details and prints. When shopping, be sure to steer away from gowns that have large bows, lots of beading, or embroidery. These types of details can add bulk to your figure and make you appear larger than you really are.
- Choose colors carefully. Just like with thinner brides, plus size brides should be familiar with their skin tone and what colors look the best on them. Pure white does not flatter everyone’s skin tone. A lot of brides with paler skin toners or even darker skin tones lean towards ivory, champagne, or a host of other colors that they know will flatter and accent their skin tone and body type.
- Don’t limit yourself when you are trying on gowns to what they have in the plus sized section. There are lots of gowns that they may have in a smaller size at the store that can be ordered in a larger size. Even if you can get it on, have the drape in over your neck so that you can get the basic idea, or have the put it on and not lace it up. There are lots of versatile gowns out there that look great on every women, so don’t limit yourself to what dress shops and designers have labeled as “plus sized” gowns.
- Know your body type. Only you can know what looks flattering on your body’s shape and style. By knowing your body type you will open up more doors with more possibilities when it comes to finding your perfect dress.
As with every decision you make for your big day the most important thing to do is to go with your instincts. When you find that perfect dress you will know and you will feel beautiful, sexy, and confident in it for your big day. Remember, every woman deserves to look amazing on her wedding day, so don’t limit yourself because of your size or the shape of your body.
Find the Perfect Plus Size Wedding Dress – Feel Like a Princess
January 16, 2010
Shopping for the perfect plus size wedding dresses should be no different than any other woman shopping for her wedding dress. You still want to be drop-dead gorgeous and feel like a gazillion bucks, you still want the dress to flatter your figure and most of all you still want your dress to be as comfortable as possible.
Wedding dresses designers have come a long way in their thinking in the last few years and some have finally come to realize that plus sized brides are simply women…who happen to wear the plus sized wedding dresses. We want the same choices as our skinnier counterparts and the bottom line is, every bride wants to feel like a princess on her wedding day.
For plus size brides there are some styles that flatter us more than others. An important consideration when shopping for your plus size wedding dress is to look for one that enhances your best features. The style of wedding dresses that looks best on you will depend in large part on your body shape.
Don’t make the mistake of letting someone talk you into trying to hide your figure flaws (and we all have them) behind bows or ruffles. This usually has the opposite effect and tends to draw attention there. Instead, take your time to shop carefully and choose wisely, and select a style that flatters your curves and focuses attention on your best features.
If you have a shapely, beautiful set of shoulders, show them off! Look for strapless styles or halter type dresses to draw attention to those sexy bare shoulders. If your legs are your best assets, consider a tea length plus sized wedding dress or perhaps a floor length style with a provocative slit up the side. Most of the women get only one shot at the wedding of our dreams – be confident and daring in your choice of a plus size bridal dress.
Some plus size wedding dress styles are particularly attractive on the full figured woman, including the A-line, which features a fitted bodice and a skirt that flares out to the hem, in an A shape. If you have a plus size hourglass shape, a ballroom style may be a great choice, with its natural waistline and full skirt and a beautiful off the shoulder bodice. If your weight is carried mostly in your hips, consider a Basque waist dress; a slenderizing choice to minimize wide hips with a waistline that starts below your natural waist and forms a V shape.
As a plus size bride of long ago, I know the challenges of finding the perfect dress and I hope these tips will help make shopping for your cheap ,unqiue plus size wedding dresses a bit less stressful!
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3 Positives And Negatives About Buying Wedding Dresses At Consignment Shops
January 15, 2010
Consignment shops can be a good place to find a cheap price for a wedding dress. However, sometimes you might not get close to what you’re looking for, and the dress you end up with might not really be that cheap. Here’s 3 things that are both positive and negative about buying wedding dresses at a consignment shop.
Positives
1. You could find a great deal at a consignment shop. Sometimes women will sell their dresses at a consignment shop at a greatly reduced price without knowing that it’s a designer dress worth a lot more.
2. Consignment shops are close to home. You usually don’t have to travel all that far to get to a consignment shop, which means you can hit a lot of them if you’re a big time shopper. Also, it’s nice being able to buy something and immediately take it home, rather than waiting for something to arrive via mail.
3. You might find what you’re looking for. It might not be exactly right, but if it’s close enough and the price is right, you’ve got a great deal doing and you can stop shopping.
Negatives
1. You might get something that’s really bad. Not in look, but how it’s put together, or many other problems you might not know about, that both the bride and the shop may not know about either. People who run consignment shops aren’t experts in wedding dresses, or anything else; they just help sellers market their wares.
2. The prices might not really be that low. If a seller comes in with a certain price, consignment shop owners rarely have the discretion to bargain with someone over the price of an item. On the other side of things, every once in awhile a consignment shop person does get to bargain, and might mark up a dress higher than the seller had been expecting.
3. You often can’t take a dress back. Consignment shops make no promises, therefore there’s no warranty if there’s something wrong with a wedding dress. The discount might not be a bargain if there’s major problems that can’t be overcome, even by the best alterations person you know.
Bridal Accessories
January 15, 2010
When a bride gets married, she must be the center of attention. All eyes are to be on her. What better way of achieving this than adorning the bride with bridal accessories? This article is about all the things brides can add to their wardrobe to top off their wedding appearance. Enjoy!
Bridal accessories can add the perfect finishing touch that a bride wants in order to draw all the attention to her on her wedding day. You have to be careful adding bridal accesories because it can be really easy to over do it. You want to have just enough that it it catches people’s attention but not too much as to draw the attention to the accessory rather than you.
The style of wedding will dictate what kind of bridal accessories to add and how much to add. Other indluencing factors include the wedding dress, the bride’s hairstyle, and her own tastes and personality. One thing to keep in mind when thinking about adding bridal accesories is to make sure what your adding will show up in all the wedding photographs.
A more formal, elegant wedding calls for more formal, elegant wedding jewelry or bridal jewelry. The wedding jewelry that would be most appropriate would be a Swarovski crystal set including a necklace, a bracelet, and a matching pair of earrings. The bridal jewelry should be in pearls and could even be a double or triple strand of pearls.
If you find a bridal accessory that really stands out and draw your attention, then make sure you purchase wedding jewelry or bridal jewelry that will compliment that one fabulous bridal accessory. For example, a nice tin cup necklace or tin cup bracelet would compliment a Swarovski crystal and pearl tiera beautifully.
A less formal, more casual wedding calls for less formal, more casual bridal accesories. For example, if you were having a beach wedding, beach themed wedding jewelry or bridal jewelry would add the perfect touch to your appearance and the appearance of the wedding. If you are having bridesmaids, they could all wear a crytal startfish necklace or crystal moon necklace.
Bridal accessories are so important! They help draw everyone’s attention towards the bride so that she can feel like a princess on her wedding day. Best Wishes, Kendall
Wedding Photography – Budget or High End?
September 2, 2009
Are you in the mist of planning a wedding? If so, wedding photography may be the last thing on your mind. But reconsider.
The wedding dress, ceremony, reception and cake will all be major features of your wedding. But, just as important are your wedding photos, for these will be viewed time and again by yourself, friends and family for years – if not generations – to come, bringing back sweet memories of events on your special day.
It’s true that high end wedding photography can be a large expense, but you’ll find professional photographers to fit all budgets, and beautiful wedding shots certainly are a way of ensuring that the magic of your special day lives on for years and generations to come.
So, get busy contacting local professional photographers for free quotes. It’s more than likely they’ll offer a variety of packages to suit all pockets. For example, a budget package might include attendance at the actual ceremony, resulting in a limited number of photos displayed in a traditional matted album.
If you’re after more than just the basics but still don’t want to spend a fortune, plump for a mid-priced package, which should include longer photographic attendance at your wedding, more photos, displayed in a better quality album, plus a few additional extras, such as an online gallery.
Perhaps you can afford a no-expenses-spared wedding? In that case, you’d be wise to invest in quality, upper price range wedding photography. With this, you’ll get top quality products and advice, plenty of photos in a handmade, custom-designed album, along with a variety of additional products.
But, what if you’ve overspent on your dress or cake, or don’t have a lot of money left over for wedding photography? What can you do to ensure your reduced budget doesn’t compromise the overall quality of your wedding pictures?
First of all, remember not to wear yourself out too much whilst planning your wedding, so that you’re fresh to really enjoy yourself once your special day arrives. This way, you’re pictures are sure to come out better – whether taken by a family friend or by a professional photographer.
Secondly, use pictures to create more pictures. A recent trend in weddings is to create slideshows of special or embarrassing photographs of the bride and groom, especially during their childhood days.
Another way of saving on wedding photography is to let your guests take pictures. Leave a cheap, disposable camera on each table, along with a note encouraging your guests to snap pictures of each other, the wedding reception, and so forth. These pictures could turn out to be some of your most interesting shots.
And, of course, you’ll also want to appoint a family member or friend to be in charge of the main wedding photos, taking more traditional shots. While these wedding photography approaches will get you some unique photographs at an affordable price, they certainly won’t replace the amazing pictures produced by a professional photographer.
As outlined above, wedding photography doesn’t have to break the bank. Even if you’re on a budget, you can have your wedding documented with wonderful pictures. Remember, the cost is more than worth it. Your wedding and the magic created will live on for years.
10 Steps to Finding Your Perfect Wedding Gown
September 1, 2009
Your wedding gown is a very important thing to prepare for. As a bride, you are the one of the main center of attention and everyone will definitely look forward to seeing you walk down the aisle towards your groom. The last thing you want is feel totally uncomfortable as you fidget with your wedding gown. So to help you eliminate such dilemmas, here are some practical steps you can do as you try to find the perfect wedding gown which will fit you:
Step 1 – Be realistically aware of your body.
Sure you may have a design already in mind, but would that design really flatter you or highlight unwanted things that might make you look awkward? You might want to get the input of a professional designer so that you can understand what type of design will flatter you in the right places.
Step 2 – Set a practical budget
Although you are going to be the star of the wedding day itself, it does not necessarily follow that you can just splurge. Consider the fact that you also have other things to spend for on your wedding celebration. Set just the right budget, also depending on the design which you will choose.
Step 3 – Prepare for the wedding dress at least 3 months before the actual wedding day
This should be one of the first things you have to take care of. Get it over and done with so that you don’t have to fuss about it a few days before your wedding day. Find the right designer or the best gown for you and fit it already way ahead of time. This would give you enough leeway to make necessary adjustments should there need to be changes along the way.
Step 4 – Start with picking the right dress first before the shoes
Your shoes should depend on the dress and not the other way around.
Step 5 – Find a dress that’s not too tight and not too loose
Keep in mind that you might end up losing or gaining weight throughout the course of your wedding preparations. But between the two, it’s better to end up with a bigger dress than a smaller one because the former is easier to repair than the latter.
Step 6 – Hire a seamstress instead of getting one ready-made
This way, your dress will really fit you since your actual measurements will be taken first before the dress is made.
Step 7 – If you can’t hire a seamstress, make the dress REALLY fit you
Don’t be afraid to make alterations if you must. After all, you have to do what you have to do to make you look really good in the said wedding dress.
Step 8 – Find comfortable materials
Should you have the dress sewn for you, be there when the cloth are being bought. You should make sure that it feels comfortable to you and it’s breathable because you will be wearing it under hot lights as you are getting pictured.
Step 9 – Invest in a strapless bra
Usually, brides find themselves wearing off-shoulder wedding dresses. So should that happen, it’s best to showcase the slim contours of your shoulders with a strapless inside.
Step 10 – Fit your gown a few days before the wedding
Don’t be too complacent with your dress. Fit it a week before the wedding day so you can have time to make alterations if need be.
Budget Wedding Dress Ideas
August 28, 2009
The bridal gown will be one of the most expensive elements of the entire wedding, but will be well worth it when your guests see the bride enter in an elegant dress and are struck speechless by her grace and beauty.
Believe it or not, you can cut costs on the wedding gown without ending up with a final product that is tacky or unattractive. In fact, if you are willing to do the research, this article will help you figure out where to start looking to trim down your dress expenses, but still find the bride a dress that she will cherish forever.
The first thing you will want to do is peruse a number of bridal magazines or boutiques. This can help you get an idea of what you are looking for in your bridal dress. The detailed descriptions in the magazines or the helpful sales staff will leave you equipped with the knowledge and the vocabulary to find the right materials and tools that you will need to craft your own, negotiate with a tailor, or browse boutiques without wasting your time examining dresses that will not interest you.
If the bride has decided to wear a short dress during the ceremony, then consider accessorizing it with a home-made tulle apron. The apron is very simple to construct and even someone with little sewing experience will be able to fashion on that looks fabulous. All you will need are tulle and sewing ribbon, and if you give the clerk at a fabric store the dimensions of the dress, they will be able to help you decide how much material to use in making the apron. Remember, tulle is a very inexpensive fabric, so this will be a great cost saving measure for a piece that would likely tack on another several hundred dollars to your dress’ already weighty price tag.
With the vintage fashions coming back into vogue, purchasing a classic wedding dress will make the bride look very fashionable at a price that will make everyone happy! eBay is a great resource for vintage bridal gown shopping, and you can find some wonderful deals on there. You will need to keep a close eye on the dresses you are interested in, because they could be bought right out from under your nose if you are not very decisive. If you purchase two piece wedding dresses, you can also mix and match to find a combination that the bride enjoys, or accessorize each portion with tulle to achieve your desired style.
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Hire A Wedding Planner To Get A Fairy Tale Evening
August 19, 2009
New York is one of the most essential hubs on the globe with billions of people belonging to diverse religion and culture and still a part of it. It is a very important centre of commerce and trade in the world which results in a huge number of businessman, executives and corporate professionals visiting the city again and again. NYC is also a favourite tourist hot spot and tourist from all over the world keep flowing in enormously.
A wedding is surely the most auspicious day which is remembered by everyone and especially the couple all through their life. The city of New York has witnessed millions of weddings and people from all parts of the world come to this place especially to get married. Huge dedication and time is required in order to plan a marriage if you wish it to come out perfectly. At times, organizing a wedding also gets very frustrating and stressful. The flowers, decoration, clothes, catering and menus needs to be chosen very carefully for this special day.
Hiring a wedding planner in NYC is truly the most ideal way in order to make sure that all the things for your wedding goes smoothly and perfectly. The planners for wedding does not come free of cost and therefore, you should be very sure about your budget before you hire them. Finding a wedding planner in NYC is not a problem as there are thousands of them.
If you wish to make your wedding day just like a fairy tale evening, then make sure that you explain everything to your hired event planners so that they work exactly according to your preferences. Then they take up all your tensions and work and you can just monitor them while they work for you. From location, decorations, wedding dress, invitation cards, food, drinks and many more; the entire work is done by them.
Thus, make your wedding a fairy tale that will be remembered and cherished by all!
10 Essentials for Brides at Their Wedding: Tips to Keep You Looking Your Best
August 13, 2009
It’s the day of your wedding, and the tips and advice you received from your mother, friends, and loved ones have paid off and you look and feel beautiful. Time has been spent arranging your hair just so, making up your face perfectly, and getting you ready for your big day. Many times, however, brides just consider the big picture – and often forget how uncomfortable they may be during the ceremony or reception in a hot, heavy dress with four-inch heels. It’s a bad scenario, but it happens. To keep you up, dancing, and mingling with your guests, here are a few of the most essential bride must-haves for your wedding day. With a little forethought and a carefully packed cocktail bag, you can be prepared for whatever the day has in store with these wedding tips!
The Top 10 Bride Must-Haves
1. Comfortable shoes: One of the most essential bride must-haves is comfortable shoes. Imagine having to dance and walk around in those four-inch heels for a few hours. Sounds painful, doesn’t it? Not buying comfortable shoes is the reason that many brides switch to flip-flops during the reception. Though a quick wardrobe change is one option, consider testing out the shoes you buy well in advance. One of the more routine wedding tips that experts suggest is to walk around your home to break the shoes in and ensure you don’t get any annoying blisters in the process. After all, squinting and wincing in your pictures will not be pretty. And if you’re insistent on those pretty, but painful four-inch heels, bring along another pair of more comfortable shoes for the after party – some simple flats will do the trick!
2. Breathable gown: Much like your shoes, one of the best bride must-haves is a wedding dress that moves with you. A constricting dress will make you cringe as much as those shoes do, and tugging and jerking the fabric will damage it, not to mention alert everyone to the fact that you’re extremely uncomfortable. Try your dress on beforehand. When trying it on at the shop, if it feels too tight, then your wedding day will be no different. Move around and get a feel for the dress to ensure that you are at ease on your big day.
3. Waterproof mascara: Oh, there will be lots of tears shed – by you, your mother, your close friends, and family. But, you’ll be heartbroken when you see your mascara making bee lines all over your face. One of my favorite wedding tips is to wear waterproof mascara to combat the ‘raccoon look.’ Wearing waterproof mascara on your wedding day will keep your makeup looking fresh, and you’ll rest assured that you have no smudges to worry about.
4. Long-lasting lipstick: From eating to kissing, your lipstick has many opportunities to fade or smear away. Before deciding on one brand or color, try it out for awhile. Wear it while doing all the things you normally do to see if it has the possibility of fading, smudging, or smearing. And make sure you pack the tube of lipstick in your ‘bride must-haves’ bag!
5. Durable antiperspirant: Whether your dress is sleeveless or not, antiperspirant that stands the test of time is an absolute necessity. You want to stay clean, fresh, and sweet-smelling throughout the ceremony and reception, and one of the many wedding tips that experts suggest is to use long-lasting antiperspirant. The only way to guarantee this, of course, is with durable and/or prescription strength deodorant/antiperspirant. This extra layer of protection will give you more confidence in whatever you’re doing.
6. Small compact mirror: Throughout the ceremony and reception, you’ll be relieved that you had your little compact mirror on hand. Tucked away in a small cocktail purse with your other bride must-haves, it’s just a little bit of added confidence. You can quickly check for makeup smudges and reapply as needed or see if any food particles have become lodged in visible places.
7. Aspirin or Ibuprofen: Headaches happen. And so do aching limbs – usually at the most inopportune times. And as far as valuable wedding tips go, be prepared by adding a little tube of aspirin or ibuprofen to your ‘bride must-haves’ cocktail purse. Even if you don’t need it, someone else just might.
8. Stain removal pen: You can find these handy, little pens everywhere. Plus, they’re small enough to be tucked into your cocktail purse filled with your other ‘bride must-haves.’ Just make sure to spot test the pen on a discreet part of your dress before applying it anywhere during the actual event. Some contain bleach, which may harm the fabric. For quick removal of a tiny, but noticeable stain, however, these pens are a god-send.
9. Hairbrush/comb: Tame those frizzies and stay beautiful throughout the day. Another of my favorite wedding tips is to purchase a fold-up brush, which is ideal for a small purse with precious space. A quick dab of lipstick and one or two brushes through your hair will have you ready to meet and greet with guests.
10. Emery board: There is nothing more annoying than a jagged nail. Keep your freshly manicured fingers looking lovely by taking a quick swipe of the emery board (or nail file) across it should one break or chip.
More Than Just Wedding Tips – Valuable Advice
These ten bride must-haves and wedding tips will ensure that you are prepared for your big day. Weather the day effortlessly by testing out your wardrobe, makeup, and hair in advance as well as by packing a little cocktail purse with some of the essential bride must-haves listed above, like that tube of lipstick, compact mirror, aspirin, stain removal pen, comb, and emery board. Even if you don’t need them, you’ll be glad you had them. Think of these bride must-haves and wedding tips as a little helpful layer of extra protection.
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