Choosing the Right
Wedding Gloves: What to Look For
Choosing a Wedding
Veil That Works
Finding the
Perfect Wedding Headpiece
The possibilities are really endless. You and your groom’s overall
style is what will ultimately command the attire and look of you and the
wedding party. It’s important to get that detail out of the way up
front. Ask yourself some questions and don’t be afraid to write things
down, we can’t possibly remember everything all the time! What is the
look you’re going for? Have you always dreamed of a traditional princess
wedding? Or do you prefer a more contemporary modern flare? Once these
are answered, we can move on to the more intricate details.
What jewelry you wear is very important. Will it be something old? Will
it be something new, borrowed, or blue? A great way to eliminate your
something old or borrowed is to take your mom up on those beautiful
earrings your grandmother gave her to pass down to you. Another option
for jewelry is to check out your friends’ jewelry boxes, maybe their
moms passed down some great jewelry. Keep in mind it’s sometimes
customary for the bride and groom to exchange gifts the day of the
wedding and the groom will often give his wife a nice piece of jewelry
to go along with the engagement ring and wedding band.
If you’re planning a conventional wedding ceremony or a contemporary one
with a traditional flare, you may have considered a veil. Veils come in
all different materials and lengths and can be worn long for a
traditional and innocent look or short for an innovative twist on a
customary practice. If you have short hair, a shorter veil with an
ornamental barrette to hold it in place could be just the element you’re
looking for to spice up your wedding. Longer, more delicate veils tend
to portray a more traditional look and often end up giving you a very
soft and innocent look. This look is very suitable for someone with long
hair pulled back and fixed with a tiara. Usually, the veil has two
pieces; one covering the face and the other falling below the up-do to
hang down your back.
The accessories you are adorned with during the ceremony and reception
are sometimes more eye-catching than your actual gown. If you’ve decided
on a simply styled gown with a full skirt and cathedral train, a unique
and elegant option is to use a diamond littered antique broach to pin up
your gown’s bustle. If you need to be budget conscious, there are lots
of costume jewelry options that will look just as nice. This will give
you minimal flare and customize your dress with little effort. Broaches
are really coming back into style and they can be worked in other ways
as well. If you have your grandmother’s antique broach, and you are
looking for a fresh idea, have it turned into a beautiful barrette for
your hair!
Satin gloves are another option for both the contemporary and the
traditional style weddings. Many women are choosing a shorter gown with
a very full skirt and dressing it up with satin or lace gloves. This
gives you the white “gown” of well known weddings but with a more modern
design and hem line. Such styles do not require ornate accessories and,
in fact, in this case, less is more. Stream-lined dresses look great
with small and simple accessories such as hair pins with small sparkling
beads or accents, simple drop earrings and a pendant necklace. If you’re
going with the shorter dress, try kicking it up a notch with white fish
net stockings and a white stiletto shoe.
Looking your best on your big day is the most important. Your make-up
should be simple, if it’s a daytime wedding, keep it neutral and bright,
if your nuptials are in the evening, go with a smoky eye and more
vibrant lip - something that compliments your skin tone and eye color.
If there is one tip I can stress, it’s go with the hair dresser you’ve
had since you were in high school. She knows your hair and what will
look best on you, if you don’t have one or aren’t living near her, ask
your friends. Don’t be afraid to get references, many good hair stylists
have portfolios or pictures of up-dos they’ve done in the past. If all
else fails, ask the receptionist for the one who specializes in up-dos
or special occasion hair styles.
The end result of your day is the bottom line. Don’t sweat the small
stuff, and don’t hesitate to ask for advice. You don’t get married every
day, so it’s impossible to have all the answers. Remember - you’re not
alone in this, your friends and family may be your best resources for
help. Even though it’s a stressful time, it doesn’t have to be an
impossible task. Breathe, experiment and have a great wedding!
