Bridal – Fairy tale wedding dresses
Many brides want something out of the ordinary on their big day. A castle setting often inspires a more lavish style wedding and therefore fairy tale wedding gowns to match.
Below you will see a range of charming fantasy wedding gowns that I’ve selected for you. With fairy tale wedding dresses, as well as buying from the high street, you may wish to work with a designer or have your own ideas:
Fantasy wedding dresses by RS couture are perfect for a standard shaped figure. No website so info@rscouture.com
If you want the billowing look, fairy tale wedding dresses like this one by Hollywood Dreams will give a fairy tale effect. The fitted corset is great for all shapes but especially fuller brides – it ‘holds and moulds,’ as we say in the trade. A good corset, which is boned and fitted to replace your bra will give you fantastic confidence. www.hollywooddreams.co.uk
Fairy tale wedding gowns from Essense to illustrate a great style for a taller shape. See how the width and flamboyance of the fluted sleeve creates focus at the middle of the body. The low and horizontal neckline together with the beading at the hem of the bodice is also another way of breaking up the vertical line. www.essensedesigns.com
I Love fantasy bridal gowns like this one by Sharon Bowen. Petite brides can also have the ‘full Monty,’ without worrying that it is too much in a small space. Just make sure the skirt is isn’t too full. See here, how the light frock coat and Nehru style collar give height to the body.
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Choosing from such beautiful fairy tale wedding dresses can be a fun challenge, but remember that you need to consider the right hairdresser, make up, stylist and photographer to finish the desired look. Here are some of my tips on how to look good:
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Colour is a wonderful addition to a fantasy style wedding. Remember though that if you choose the popular style of B/W photography then a colour like red will appear as black as will any red or purple flowers.
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To check whether a colour is suitable for your skin tone, hold it to your face in daylight. Does it make your eyes seem more vibrant or do they become dull in comparison? Does your skin glow or look pallid? Women with yellow in their skin should avoid buttery colours and choose ivories and blush pinks, lilacs and silvers. Those with pinkie skins always do well with ivory and those will dark skin should avoid bright white and plump for off white, taupe and putty.
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A good designer incorporates many extra details into their garments like hidden pockets, a feature to loosen the dress for sitting. You must find out whether your chosen designer is reliable and supportive before you commission them. Ask to see pictures of the dresses they have already made and insist on speaking to these former clients to check that everything ran smoothly.
Also don’t forget to Ask Caryn where I will answer any of your pre-wedding day questions!
