Contemporary Bride
Today`s wedding dresses stopped following the conservative and sober lines of the past.
Women have embraced femininity and sensuality; they are not afraid and ashamed anymore to show off their bodies and to wear clothes that are underlining and not hiding their curves.
This emancipation in terms of fashion is also visible in the way fashion industry imagine the contemporary bride, any type of cut, transparence or color being accepted and utilized when creating the perfect wedding dress.
There are different trends in the spring/summer 2016 fashion shows that celebrate the female body, from the extreme necklines styles, to the underwear type of dresses or even body exposing gowns.
The exposure of the neckline and bust area are made through the keyhole at the level of the bust or through deep plunging necklines, with or without support, in order to suit any type of body and bust size.
Lella Havzi has some beautiful romantic chiffon or silk plunging neckline dresses. She`s keeping it simple, as the gowns have just a few floral appliques at the hem. If you want something more complicated, you can go for a Victoria Kvriakides lace V-neck dress that has floral appliqués at the neckline or one from Christos Costarellos collection, with embroidered illusion bodice. Monique Lhullier also has a stunning “Blythe“ silk Chantilly lace with an embroidered tulle overlay.
If you want your dress to follow your body contour and to fit tightly, the underwear type of gown is the perfect sexy solution. Both Naeem Khan and Oscar de la Renta have sweetheart neckline strapless A-line or mermaid dresses in tulle, satin or lace that look like a sophisticated corset. Some of them have beautiful appliques but you may want to keep it simple so the attention focuses on your attractive cleavage.
A more subtle exposure, but as powerful and sensual as the bust one, is offered by the backless wedding gowns. Maggie Sottero has a bead embroidered lace sheath with a double keyhole dress and Swarovski crystal neckline in white and ivory. It is a spectacular gown, so elegant and classic, but still sensual. The “Vanila“ dress from Pronovias is a white mermaid dress in crepe with a square back embroidered with gemstone embroidery and the “Valeria“ offers a large center back opening. They both have bateau necklines which makes them even more surprising as the front coverage disguise the back aperture.
If you choose this kind of design make sure you are not exaggerating with the accessories, as the cleavage in itself (in front or in the back) is enough. You don’t` want to make it more complicated so just choose simple earrings, some exquisite pair of shoes and maybe a hairband.
In terms of wedding shoes, they are so important because a nice pair can upgrade your whole look. Jimmy Choo is launching a Made-to-Order special service for the brides. You can choose your favorite fabric, color or finish, as well as a custom made signature style and the service will deliver your dream designer shoes for your special day.
It is also a matter of comfort, so make sure they are high quality because you will be stuck in those for a good part of the day and you don`t need anything to ruin your mood.
Having a beautiful body or wanting to show little parts of it when wearing your wedding gown it is now possible without exaggerating or becoming less classy. The secret is to always keep the balance and to choose the right amount of accessories in order to create a sexy yet sophisticated outfit.
