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The Body Issue: Rectangle shape

December 6, 2019 No Comments

One size fits all? No! Not when it comes to your body shape.

Women come in all shapes and sizes and it’s so important to know your body type and shape to dress accordingly and accentuate your best features. To avoid your dress shopping experience being a stressful one, it’s important to know and stick to what works for your body.

It’s also important to remember that very few women fall into only one category as we can have different features from various body types. Why? Because we’re beautifully unique!

In this upcoming series, we’ll be looking at all the different body shapes and some gorgeous weddings gowns that will accentuate YOU perfectly.

Next up, is the rectangle shape.

With a third of women falling into this category, the rectangle body shape is known to be rather athletic due to there being very little definition, with your waist creating a straight body line. Women with rectangular body shapes are normally tall and lean, with the shoulders and hips being quite similar in width. Your goal here will be to CREATE CURVES!

Focusing on gowns that have an A-line silhouette, or ballgowns, will add more volume to the hip area, while fuller sleeves and shoulder detail will balance out the top half. A scoop neck or sweetheart neckline will further help to create curves.

Alternatively, a fitted dress with a padded bodice and sequins or diamanté detail to add dimension, or embellishment around the bust and shoulders, will help to accentuate those areas and bring attention to it.

Necklines are going to play a crucial role when picking your perfect wedding dress. A high neckline like the halter neck or keyhole neckline will help lift your cleavage and create the illusion of more curves, while showing off your collarbone and shoulders. A sheath dress is also a great option as the dress emphasises the waist. It is fitted and nipped at the waistline but with no waist seam.

Here are a variety of great dress styles perfect for a rectangle body shape:

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20s inspired wedding dresses

December 6, 2019 No Comments

We are on the brink of entering the new 20s so it’s only right we take a look back at the glamorous style that epitomised the Jazz Age. A time of decadent fashion, the roaring 20s was extravagant, over-the-top and exciting. Fashion featured art deco-inspired geometrical prints, stunning embroidery and beading galore.

It’s almost a century later and these styles are still just as relevant and timeless today. If you want to channel your inner Daisy Buchanan, take notes from these glamorous gowns.

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Elegant dresses for the minimalist bride

December 3, 2019 No Comments

As a bride, your wedding dress is your choice. Many of today’s brides follow the ‘bigger is better’ motto. Gowns are glamorously adorned with beads, feathers, tulle and lace to create a dramatic and dynamic finish. But many others are more attracted to the simple side of life.

If you’re not one for flounces and fancies, a minimalist dress might just be the one for you. Clean lines and simplistic designs allow focus to be on the bride rather than the outfit.

Take inspiration from these understated yet bold gowns.

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Dresses we love: One-shoulder

November 29, 2019 No Comments

Glamorous and sensual, the one-shoulder gown is perfect for the bride wanting to make a statement. Go understated with a simplistic silhouette or bold with a beaded beauty.

Take inspiration from these gorgeous gowns:

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Dresses we love: Bridal jumpsuits

November 26, 2019 No Comments

Some rules are meant to be broken. Bridal jumpsuits have been trending for quite a while now. Modern yet feminine, the bridal jumpsuit is a unique take on the wedding dress.

If dresses aren’t your style, consider donning one of these stylish suits.

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Vintage-inspired wedding dresses

November 22, 2019 No Comments

The timeless bride deserves a dress to match. From Gatsby glamour to Victorian silhouettes, there is a wealth of fashion inspiration from yesteryear.

Get inspired by the trends of the past when picking your dress for the big day. The focal trends will differ depending on your favourite era, so the best plan of action is to do your research.

Victorian:

The Victorian-era was all about drama in a modest fashion. Women wore pouffed out dresses adorned with lace and romantic charm. Opt for a high-neck, lace number to harken back to a Victorian style.

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Gatsby:

When we picture the roaring 20s, we envision opulence, flash and drama. A time of decadence, 20s fashion reflected of the spirit of bold women. Think elaborate beading and geometric designs for a flapper-inspired 20’s look.

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60s bohemian:

The 60s was all about peace and love. Boho fashion entered the mainstream during this time, dressing women in flowing fabrics and unique lace/crochet detailing. Channel your inner hippie with these elaborate looks.

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World’s first reversible bridal collection

November 21, 2019 No Comments

In recent years, a trend has emerged where brides wear two dresses on their big day: one for their ceremony and another for the reception. However, this can become quite costly. Luckily, this inventive New Zealand-based designer developed a way around this by creating the world’s first reversible bridal collection.

Trish Peng was inspired by one of her brides to create her new line.

“The reversible dress idea came to life after one of my custom brides couldn’t decide between a lace or plain dress, but she knew exactly what silhouette she wanted,” Peng told Daily Mail Australia. “At her first fitting I was like, ‘why don’t we do both?! I will figure it out!’ So the idea of having two dresses in one was born. You simply flip it and reverse it, one for the ceremony, the other for the reception.”

The 2020 Reflections collection, which first featured at New York Bridal Fashion Week in October, features 11 versatile wedding gowns to offer brides multiple dress options in one.

“Introducing our brand new 2020 Reflections collection that features 11 reversible and versatile styles all inspired and named after our brides,” reads Peng’s website. “The gowns are available in every silhouette, they can be worn multiple ways, and you can even select your own fabric.”

One side typically features one crepe (or any plain fabric) side and one lace (any lace) side.

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Dresses we love: Off-the-shoulder

November 19, 2019 No Comments

If you’re looking for a fun yet flirty wedding dress, look no further. Off-the-shoulder gowns are wonderfully romantic and dreamy. Whether you want a wonderfully whimsical dress or a minimalist modern finish, an off-the-shoulder gown is versatile enough for any effect. The options are endless, whatever your style.

Show some skin with these stunning off-the-shoulder designs:

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The Body Issue: Hourglass

November 18, 2019 No Comments

One size fits all? No! Not when it comes to your body shape.

Women come in all shapes and sizes and it’s so important to know your body type and shape to dress accordingly and accentuate your best features. There are many different body shapes and types, and each one is unique. To avoid your dress shopping experience being a stressful one, it’s important to know and stick to what works for your body.

It’s also important to remember that very few women fall into only one category as we can have different features from various body types. Why? Because we’re beautifully unique!

In this upcoming series, we’ll be looking at all the different body shapes and some gorgeous weddings gowns that will accentuate YOU perfectly.

Next up, is the hourglass shape.

For many years, women have called upon the aid of a corset to create the enviable hourglass silhouette, and it’s safe to say that this gorgeous body shape might just be the easiest to dress as well. Hourglass body shapes have it all – from being well-proportioned to having curves in all the right places, along with a distinct waist.

The goal of this shape would be to choose a gown that flatters and embraces your curves. You want to define your waist, highlight your neckline and make the most of showing off your bust and naturally cinched-in waist. A woman with an hourglass figure normally has shoulders, bust and hips that are similar in measurement and a narrow waist with the smallest measurement. The shape is feminine yet structured so something fitted will be your first go-to. So if you’re looking to show off those natural curves, the golden rule is to follow your body line!

Opt for a formfitting silhouette, like the fit and flare or the mermaid style gown:

The mermaid dress is the iconic figure-hugging silhouette. It’s sleek, sexy and fitted from the bust through to the hips, then dramatically fans out from the lower part of your thigh or just below the knee.
The fit and flare, or trumpet style, is a variation of the mermaid style that is fitted through the body and flares out from a higher point on the thigh, which gives the skirt a bit more volume. Both these figure-flaunting styles are romantic, elegant, glamorous and will accentuate your curves perfectly.

As with all silhouettes, you have the option of many different necklines, but if you’re slightly smaller on top, you’ll want to choose something that will highlight your shoulders and bust to balance it out – the boat neck, V-neck, scoop neck or sweetheart neckline are all perfect options. However, stay away from high necklines if your bust is bigger as it has the ability to make your bust look disproportionally large – empire style dresses will disguise your nipped waist.

If you want to downplay your curves slightly, choose a ballgown or a gown with an A-line skirt. This will still emphasize your narrowest part – simply add ruching or a belt detail to create a cinched-in waistline.

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Dresses we love: Detachable skirts

November 14, 2019 No Comments

In recent years, many brides have taken to wearing two different dresses: one for the ceremony and another for the reception. However, this can become quite costly. So why not have a two-in-one dress that does it all?

Dresses with detachable skirts gives you two unique wedding looks. Mix a gorgeous design with practicality and you get this smart trend. We absolutely cannot get over this smart trend. Perfect for a full dress when you’re gliding towards the altar, and a shorter, more comfortable piece when you want to dance. From rock star to princess, it’s all here.

Jumpsuit-dress

Dress or jumpsuit? Have both!

Short dress, long skirt

Go from business to party as quick as a heartbeat.

Layered

This dress goes from flowing to form fitting and we love both to bits.

Overskirt

Don’t hide the dress, show both at once with an overskirt that’s open at the front.

Long slits

This glam look shows a bit of leg when you want to, and doesn’t when you don’t.

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