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by Emma Pomfret Every blushing bride-to-be has a clear image of the perfect wedding dress in her mind, but choosing from the huge range of styles, shapes and shades on offer may seem like a rather daunting task.
But instead of hoping to find your fairytale outfit by trial and error, simply sticking to a few easy guidelines will ensure that you look fabulous on the big day. "The vast majority of brides-to-be go bridal dress shopping with a preconception of what they want to buy," explains Karen Reiss, wedding planner and managing director of Crystal Clear Weddings (www.ccweddings.co.uk). "Some brides can end up really disappointed when the magazine pages they have in their hand don't look true to the picture when on their body. "Right from the start, when buying your first bridal magazine, knowing your own body shape is the key. It goes beyond tall, petite, slim, plus size - you also have to bear in mind your colouring, physical features and the line of your body," she advises. FIGURE IT OUT HOURGLASS
Reiss advises going for strapless or off-the-shoulder dresses to "Avoid heavy beading or large accessories - one-piece dresses with a nipped-in waist are much more flattering. A two-piece can tend to give you a 'choppy' look, whereas you should try to create a seamless effect," she says. "This shape consists of smaller shoulders and upper body compared to the lower body, so choose a dress that gives you volume on top and simplicity at the bottom," Reiss recommends. "Draw attention to your top half and add a shoulder wrap made of delicate feathers around your shoulders, or have silk flowers attached to the straps of your dress." 1 of 5 |
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