Wearing a gown that screams glamour does n’t have to be planned for a Hollywood wedding.
” On their bridal time, people should be able to be as beautiful as they like, even if it’s not a black-tie wedding”, said event planner, Marcy Blum, owner of.
Sequins, stitching, feathers and a deluxe material, such as Mikado fabric, come to mind, but that’s not the reduce of the genre. A beautiful wedding gown is simply one that stands out and has a lot of wow factor, according to Julie Sabatino, a bridal artist and creator of ( Greenleaf Book Group Press ). ” Glamour can be achieved in lots of ways including a much coach, massive skirt or serious draping”, she said.
Glam-styled gowns may be controversial but still have an entire elegance, according to Maisie-Kate Keane, marital stylist of, but” there’s a good line between attractive and extremely sexy”, she said. ” The image of the clothing is typically tailored to highlight the figure, whether through a formfitting design or a voluminous, serious skirt”.
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” A glamorous gown in a large cathedral or grand ballroom would be perfectly fine, but in a garden at home or on the beach, not as much”, said Sabatino, noting that, “if]glamour ] comes from the simplicity of the dress — think: Carolyn Bessette— then it could be appropriate in a more casual setting”.
In truth, an understated gown can be very attractive.
” A simple beautiful gown should have clear, sleek lines and delicate detailing, allowing the luxurious fabric and sewing to be the main focus”, said Keane. ” Think of a gown with a streamlined silhouette, a hint of shimmering fabric, or a touch of delicate lace.”
Glam wedding dresses may have some skin, such as a slit in the leg or a sloping neckline.
” If you’re showing a lot of leg, keep the neckline more modest”, said Keane. ” Conversely, if you’re showing cleavage, consider a longer hemline or sleeves”.
Choose glam suits and dresses for the rest of the wedding party to achieve a unified appearance. ” For winter weddings, there’s something incredibly chic about dressing bridesmaids in all black or rich jewel tones and choosing luxurious fabrics such as silk, velvet and sequins”, said Keane.
Lighter fabrics like silk chiffon or organza drape beautifully and feel airy and elegant during the warmer months.
With accessories, choose pieces that complement the dress and do n’t overpower it.
Although the designer claims that anything goes when it comes to accessorizing your glam wedding dress, “it’s important to remember that glamorous does n’t mean gaudy or overdone.”
Keane advised statement earrings,” such as chandelier or drop earrings encrusted with crystals, diamonds or pearls. Depending on the gown’s neckline, style with a bold statement necklace or a more subtle, delicate piece if the dress is already heavily embellished. A cathedral or chapel-length veil with lace, beading or crystal embellishments helps to add drama and sophistication. Choose satin-toned high heels or ones with crystals or pearls for your shoes. Silver or gold, for example, can also give off a little sparkle.
Sabatino warned against exaggerating. She said,” Accessories should highlight the woman and coordinate with the dress, but do n’t make it look over the top.” ” Save that for the after-party”.