How to decide on your wedding dress style, shape and colour
Look for the wedding dress that fits and compliments your figure
On your special day, no one should outshine you, you have to look the most beautiful in your wedding dress and yes you don’t have to pay a fortune for it, for all the attention to be on you. The credit card is ready and you are ready to start shopping. Careful planning will however be needed..
Do not hesistate to ask the retailers for advice, it may also help to take somone with you like your good friend or mum. You have always been mums little princess and she can help you choose your fairytale outfit
The Venue must compliment your dress
Thinking about where you are getting married before choosing your wedding dress is a good idea, its the venue modern, traditional or are you getting married las vegas style?choosing a wedding dress, you need to You need a dress style that will suit the venue, (it’s no good buying an elaborate dress with a full skirt, enormous train and veil if you are planning on walking barefoot to the water’s edge for your ceremony for example!)
Think about the season
Take into consideration the time of year you are getting married. For example, you might want to choose a lighter fabric for summer or a long-sleeved style for winter (you want to be the centre of attention because you look beautiful, not because you’ve gone blue from the cold!)
Think about your figure
No matter what size or shape you are, there is a wedding dress to suit you that will fit and flatter in all the right places. All you need do before you shop is think about what dress styles usually suit you best. For example, do you look and feel fabulous in a slinky bias-cut skirt? Do you feel comfortable in a strapless corset, or do you prefer a halterneck style for support? Use the shapes and styles you prefer as a starting point and discuss these with the shop assistant.
Think about your skin colour
Traditional wedding dresses come in all shades of white, cream and gold, so don’t think you have to opt for pure white – particularly if you are very pale. Ask the shop assistant to help you choose a fabric colour that helps you glow – not look like a ghost!
Note down your choices based on these considerations and you will be all set to go shopping. Wherever you choose to look, whether you want a couture, made-to-measure, off-the-peg or vintage-style dress, thinking about these important aspects beforehand will really help.
Good Bridal retailers are always willing to help and they will ask you questions about your day and where you are getting married to help you decide on the best wedding dress for your special day.
Atunbi is an international wedding photographer, and he shoots weddings all around the world.