Showing posts with label wedding dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label wedding dresses. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Beautiful vintage headpieces
If you are looking for exquisite, vintage inspired one of a kind hair pieces for your big day, look no further than Vintij Blue. Nicole stocks a range of stunning and dainty hair pieces and jewellery for brides, each more lovely than the last. Whether it be a small comb, a more elaborate jewel encrusted aliceband or a pretty necklace, you will find a piece you are going to fall in love with at Vintij Blue.
Here are some of her items which were used for a styled shoot at Vivere we profiled last week. Each piece was handpicked to go with each wedding dress, from Romantic Trousseau Bridal.
Make-up: Lucia Frangi - www.luciafrangi.com | lu_frangi@hotmail.com
Hair: Harine Potgieter - Follicle Hair in Brooklyn | 012 435 8777 | info@folliclehair.co.za
Photo credits: {hannalee.co.za}
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Glamorous White River Wedding
We don’t often feature weddings outside of Gauteng, because we’re a Gauteng wedding blog after all, but this one was just too gorgeous to resist! And so we just had to share...
Claire and Ross’s stunning wedding, shot by Alexander Smith Photography, was held in the little town of White River in Mpumalanga at the Casterbridge Hollow Hotel and Magnolia Restaurant. All we can say is, “WOW!”. Infused with glamour and detail, every aspect of this wedding is to die for! The dress needs its own blog post actually...but the table settings and venue were equally beautiful. Have a look at let us know what you think...
Monday, April 2, 2012
Wedding dress types for your body
Your wedding dress is probably the most expensive (and important) dress you will ever wear. Not to worry though – read the tips below and you’re well on your way to finding your perfect dress!
Consider:
* The type of wedding you are having. Formal/ outdoorsey/ traditional?
* The season. A heavy, princess ball gown is pretty, but isn’t the best idea in the height of Summer. Neither are thin sheathed column dresses in July;
* Having bridesmaids? If not, time to rethink that princess ball gown mentioned above because going to the bathroom isn’t going to be possible much;
* The type of veil/ jewellery you want to wear;
* Have an open mind. Your ‘ideal’ dress that you’ve been dreaming about since you were 6 years old doesn’t look as nice as the one you hadn’t ever considered before. If you watch that show on DSTV’s TLC channel called “Yes to the Dress”, you’ll know what I mean.
You also need to think about the do’s and don’ts of your body type:
Pear shaped:
Do: A skirt that gradually flares out in an A form from the natural waist to the floor, highlighting the narrowness of the midsection and floating away from the hips and thighs. A boat or a V neckline will showcase a more slender upper body.
Don’t: Wear a mermaid or trumpet style dress. It will do nothing for your hips and it jets out at the widest part of your body – which will make you look even bigger.
Busty
Do: A dress with a scooped/sweetheart neckline will open up your face and display your décolletage without showing too much cleavage.
Don’t: Choose a neckline that goes straight across as this will make you look like a javelin thrower.
Small chested:
Do: A ruched bodice, as the extra fabric will help fill out your upper body and create the illusion of curves. Lightly padded halter styles will also work. Alternatively, self-adhesive silicone bra cups can also add fullness.
Don’t: Choose a sweetheart neckline on a dress that is too big. The ‘sinking’ neckline effect which exposes too much non-cleavage does not for good photos make.
Apple:
Do: A dress with a textured boduce that cinches in at the smallest point on the waistline, then flares out into a gradual A shape. Ruche or lace on the bodice will create a corset-like effect. The most flattering neckline for you is one with a deep V, which will draw eyes vertically.
Don’t: Choose trumpet/ mermaid dress styles, which emphasize the area where your body is widest and flare out at the legs and the knees, where you are most slender.
Tall:
Do: A simple silhouette which will emphasize your natural shape, where every aspect of the dress reflects your longer proportions (think lower waistline, a floor-sweeping hem).
Don’t: Over embellish. Too many bells and whistles, like ruffles and rosettes, can come off as ‘twee’, particularly on a tall person. Also, long sleeves need to go past the wrist or else the dress will look too small for you.
Straight-lined/Tube:
Do: A dress that'll create curves in places where you don’t have, such as a sheath dress in charmeuse that’s cut on the bias. The curving side seam will give you a voluptuous silhouette. Or a ball gown that cinches in at your natural waist and descends into a full, flowing floor-length skirt. It will enhance your slenderness and camouflage a lack of hips.
Don’t: Wear a plain and simple dress that just hangs on you like a curtain. Choose embellishments that enhance your lack of curves.
Plus-sized:
Do: An Empire dress with a skirt that begins just under the bust and flows into a gradual floor-length A-line. For a softer, romantic look, choose a stiff base with a soft sheathy overlay.
Don’t: Choose a loose empire dress as this will look like maternity wear and make you look bigger.
Petit:
Do: The trumpet (mermaid), sheath, and modified A-line gowns are all fine here. The fabric is up to you as you can pull off a high sheen. Detailing should be small and limited to the bodice, to draw the eye upward.
Don’t: Wear ball gowns as it's easy to get lost in that voluminous skirt. Avoid anything calf-length, which will make your legs look short.
Consider:
* The type of wedding you are having. Formal/ outdoorsey/ traditional?
* The season. A heavy, princess ball gown is pretty, but isn’t the best idea in the height of Summer. Neither are thin sheathed column dresses in July;
* Having bridesmaids? If not, time to rethink that princess ball gown mentioned above because going to the bathroom isn’t going to be possible much;
* The type of veil/ jewellery you want to wear;
* Have an open mind. Your ‘ideal’ dress that you’ve been dreaming about since you were 6 years old doesn’t look as nice as the one you hadn’t ever considered before. If you watch that show on DSTV’s TLC channel called “Yes to the Dress”, you’ll know what I mean.
You also need to think about the do’s and don’ts of your body type:
Pear shaped:
Do: A skirt that gradually flares out in an A form from the natural waist to the floor, highlighting the narrowness of the midsection and floating away from the hips and thighs. A boat or a V neckline will showcase a more slender upper body.
Don’t: Wear a mermaid or trumpet style dress. It will do nothing for your hips and it jets out at the widest part of your body – which will make you look even bigger.
Busty
Do: A dress with a scooped/sweetheart neckline will open up your face and display your décolletage without showing too much cleavage.
Don’t: Choose a neckline that goes straight across as this will make you look like a javelin thrower.
Small chested:
Do: A ruched bodice, as the extra fabric will help fill out your upper body and create the illusion of curves. Lightly padded halter styles will also work. Alternatively, self-adhesive silicone bra cups can also add fullness.
Don’t: Choose a sweetheart neckline on a dress that is too big. The ‘sinking’ neckline effect which exposes too much non-cleavage does not for good photos make.
Apple:
Do: A dress with a textured boduce that cinches in at the smallest point on the waistline, then flares out into a gradual A shape. Ruche or lace on the bodice will create a corset-like effect. The most flattering neckline for you is one with a deep V, which will draw eyes vertically.
Don’t: Choose trumpet/ mermaid dress styles, which emphasize the area where your body is widest and flare out at the legs and the knees, where you are most slender.
Tall:
Do: A simple silhouette which will emphasize your natural shape, where every aspect of the dress reflects your longer proportions (think lower waistline, a floor-sweeping hem).
Don’t: Over embellish. Too many bells and whistles, like ruffles and rosettes, can come off as ‘twee’, particularly on a tall person. Also, long sleeves need to go past the wrist or else the dress will look too small for you.
Straight-lined/Tube:
Do: A dress that'll create curves in places where you don’t have, such as a sheath dress in charmeuse that’s cut on the bias. The curving side seam will give you a voluptuous silhouette. Or a ball gown that cinches in at your natural waist and descends into a full, flowing floor-length skirt. It will enhance your slenderness and camouflage a lack of hips.
Don’t: Wear a plain and simple dress that just hangs on you like a curtain. Choose embellishments that enhance your lack of curves.
Plus-sized:
Do: An Empire dress with a skirt that begins just under the bust and flows into a gradual floor-length A-line. For a softer, romantic look, choose a stiff base with a soft sheathy overlay.
Don’t: Choose a loose empire dress as this will look like maternity wear and make you look bigger.
Petit:
Do: The trumpet (mermaid), sheath, and modified A-line gowns are all fine here. The fabric is up to you as you can pull off a high sheen. Detailing should be small and limited to the bodice, to draw the eye upward.
Don’t: Wear ball gowns as it's easy to get lost in that voluminous skirt. Avoid anything calf-length, which will make your legs look short.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
The Three Big Dresses of 2011
2011 saw the weddings of some our most iconic couples – with one capturing the hearts and imagination of billions, another just inciting confusion and furore and then another creating a cult-like following. What we are interested in, however, is... which dress was your favourite?
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton)
Kate chose a classic, timeless lace wedding gown by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. Elegant and sophisticated, we loved her teardrop earrings and simple but feminine hairstyle. Inspired by Grace Kelly’s wedding dress, many A-listers have chosen this kind of look with the lace detail around the bust/necline, including Ivanka Trump. We loved the detail and Kate's dress!
Photo credit: {people.com}
Kim Kardashian
This dress just had to be mentioned. Firstly, because its Vera Wang and secondly it has to be the most publicised quicky marriage in history. But enough bout Kimmie’s failure to commit, we are talking about the dress. Personally, we felt it could have been more fitting around the bustline, and we weren’t a fan of the headdress, but overall it epitomises the fairy princess bride if that's the look you are going for...a bit 80s of you ask us...
Photo credit: {dailymail.co.uk}
Bella Swan Cullen
Ok, so love it or hate it, but Twilight is big. And so is Bella’s dress, designed for the movie by Carolina Herrera, but reproduced for the wedding market by Alfredo Angelo. This dress has a vintage, romantic appeal with its long sleeves, and soft Chantilly-inspired lace appliqué on the back. This is a very pretty dress and we love the idea of it for a winter wedding.
Photo credit: {thehollywoodgossip.com}
Which dress was your favourite?
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton)
Kate chose a classic, timeless lace wedding gown by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. Elegant and sophisticated, we loved her teardrop earrings and simple but feminine hairstyle. Inspired by Grace Kelly’s wedding dress, many A-listers have chosen this kind of look with the lace detail around the bust/necline, including Ivanka Trump. We loved the detail and Kate's dress!
Photo credit: {people.com}
Kim Kardashian
This dress just had to be mentioned. Firstly, because its Vera Wang and secondly it has to be the most publicised quicky marriage in history. But enough bout Kimmie’s failure to commit, we are talking about the dress. Personally, we felt it could have been more fitting around the bustline, and we weren’t a fan of the headdress, but overall it epitomises the fairy princess bride if that's the look you are going for...a bit 80s of you ask us...
Photo credit: {dailymail.co.uk}
Bella Swan Cullen
Ok, so love it or hate it, but Twilight is big. And so is Bella’s dress, designed for the movie by Carolina Herrera, but reproduced for the wedding market by Alfredo Angelo. This dress has a vintage, romantic appeal with its long sleeves, and soft Chantilly-inspired lace appliqué on the back. This is a very pretty dress and we love the idea of it for a winter wedding.
Photo credit: {thehollywoodgossip.com}
Which dress was your favourite?
Monday, August 8, 2011
Stunning Bridal Wear by Joss Bridal
If you are looking for the perfect bespoke wedding dress or bridesmaids dresses, then you definitely should have a look at Joss Bridal. She has the most wonderful eye when it comes to making your ideal dress and incorporates soft silhouettes with layering, hand beading and draping to get that stunning look. What I love about her style is that it is so soft and chic and isn’t too “ballroom-y” and stiff. According to Joss, there is a trend now in 2011 going into 2012 in that brides want to be relaxed on their wedding day, so comfort is key. Think light weight fabrics, ankle lengths, faded hand dyed undertones and layering together with soft lace. Slimlines are also a big trend as are mixing textures. Have a look at her gallery, and you will see exactly what she means! Visit jossbridal.co.za
Photo credits: {splendidproductions.co.za}
Photo credits: {splendidproductions.co.za}
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