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Most brides already have an idea of the type of gown they would like to
wear on their wedding day, whether it be traditional, contemporary or
something unique. There are no right or wrong styles of gowns but whatever
you choose,it should be comfortable, elegant and practical – even
though you will only wear it once, you will be standing, sitting and moving
around for a long period of time on the day.
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If you need some inspiration,
visit the Perfect Weddings.com.au inspiration galleries, browse through
bridal magazines or visit a bridal shop. Bridal fairs are also a good
idea and are normally held twice a year – they will usually be advertised
in newspapers or bridal magazines. The Internet is a useful resource that
can save you time when searching for your gown. You will be able to source
suppliers of gowns, bridal fairs and hire shops and most bridal requirements.
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While
the traditional bridal gown is white, lacy and formal, the sky’s
the limit when it comes to style and colour. Modern brides are choosing
a gown that suits their individual style and to accommodate their figure.
You might find that your dream gown can be found in the formal wear section
of a boutique or department store as opposed to a bridal shop.
Try on lots of different gowns – even if you are sure you know what
you want. Enlist the help of your mother or your bridesmaids to get an
honest opinion of what looks good and what doesn’t. Take along a
pair of shoes with a medium size heel and wear a strapless bra, just in
case. Take some basic hair accessories like bobby pins, clips or hair
ties so you can get an idea of how your hair will look with veils and
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Alternatives to buying your gown are renting or having it tailor made
by a couturier. Certainly, renting your gown would be cheaper but this
limits the styles and colours available to you. Most good formal wear
hire shops have a bridal section.
If you can’t find what you want in the stores, consider having your
gown tailor made by a professional dressmaker or couturier. This way,
you can create the gown of your dreams with all the preferred trimmings
and extras. A good dressmaker can make your gown by just having photos
or sketches to work from. Ask friends to recommend someone or look through
the Yellow Pages or on the Internet. |
If you decide to keep your gown after the wedding day you will need to
have it cleaned and stored as soon as practical after the wedding. There
are various methods e.g. calico bags or boxes with tissue paper to store
your gown, but the type of material, climate and where it will be stored
should be taken into consideration. Speak to your dry cleaner about what
the best alternative is for your gown.
“ The Wedding gown is one of the most important garments in a young
girls life and it portrays her image and feelings on this, her most important
day” David Medwin - Couturier |
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