Wednesday, April 22, 2015

I saw this on BuzzFeed (http://www.buzzfeed.com/alisoncaporimo/wedding-dress-101#.ipalyWV0E) and had to share.

17 Wedding Dress Diagrams That Will Simplify Your Shopping

Buying the dress just got easier.
Jenny Chang / BuzzFeed

1. Consider factors like budget and location, among others.

Consider factors like budget and location, among others.
If you’re dying for a ball gown dress, you might want to reconsider a beach wedding. Plan out your priorities so you don’t get overwhelmed while shopping.

2. Make a budget checklist.

Make a budget checklist.
And don’t forget to allow some room for expenses like alterations and a hair and makeup trial (they can sneak up on you).

3. Work backwards from your wedding date to create a timeline.

Work backwards from your wedding date to create a timeline.
If you’re buying from a bridal salon, give yourself eight months or so to find and order your dress.
And you’ll definitely want to do a final dress fitting between two weeks and a month from the big day in case there are any final alterations.

4. Know the wedding dress basics.

Know the wedding dress basics.
For your dream dress, think about: neckline, silhouette, train, and fabric.

5. Choose a silhouette.

Choose a silhouette.
You can always add to it with personalized details.

6. Decode neckline styles.

Decode neckline styles.
And think about what kind of neckline makes you feel most confident; you don’t want to feel self-conscious about a strapless dress while doing your Naomi Campbell walk down the aisle.

7. Get familiar with fabrics.

Get familiar with fabrics.
Think about the season of your ceremony (do you want a lighter or a heavier fabric?) and your preferred texture to narrow down some options.

8. Get the right fit.

Get the right fit.
One smart bit of info? You may need fewer alterations with a corset dress because you can adjust the fit yourself.

9. And know how to properly measure yourself.

And know how to properly measure yourself.
Getting the right measurements can make a huge difference if you’r shopping online or buying vintage.

10. Think about color.

Think about color.
Stark white can look very striking on a darker skin tone, while ivory can add warmth to fairer skin.

11. Decide on a train.

Decide on a train.
It can be 10 feet long or not at all.

12. Pick your sleeves.

Pick your sleeves.
Perhaps a romantic juliet sleeve? Or maybe a modern illusion will do the trick?

13. Or maybe you want a specific type of bodice?

Or maybe you want a specific type of bodice?
An embellished bodice is sometimes preferred by bustier brides. Try a few on and see if you like the effect.

14. Figure out what you should wear underneath it.

Figure out what you should wear underneath it.
Because you’d hate to splurge on a beautiful bra that creeps out of the sides of your dress.

15. Pick out the perfect veil.

Pick out the perfect veil.
Would you rather a simple blusher for a city hall wedding? Or do you want to go all out with a cathedral veil? Some brides forgo the veil altogether.

16. Think about veil fabric.

Think about veil fabric.
Would you rather go shimmery or matte?

17. And consider a headpiece.

And consider a headpiece.