Wedding dresses no longer have to be white. Ignoring modern tradition of a white gown, the 48-year-old, who is best known for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on “Little House on the Prairie” and appeared on Season 14 of “Dancing With the Stars,” wore a strapless red tiered dress for the midweek wedding.
Permalink Bridal ceremonies are one of the ubiquitous events found in most cultures in the world, with the Western traditions being some of the most visible to modern society. Throughout history, wedding dresses have been used, not only as a status symbol of the bride to be, but as a blank canvas onto which the bride can project her own personal style as it relates to the fashions of the day. With the vast amount of choices of wedding dresses that a bride-to-be faces, there are a few elements that allow ‘traditionally designed’ dresses to stand out from the rest - such as added glitz, use of lace, and use of textures and shapes.
Putting on the glitz - When it comes to adding glitz and glamour to red wedding dresses, there are a few ways to go about it. Depending on the bride’s individual style, she may want to opt for a dress with crystals sewn into the body or train, which can form a pattern that can be used to create the optical illusion of a bodice or corset. Or, if she wants something a bit more traditional, she can go with a simple, top-fitted dress with a few perfectly placed pearls to catch the light and add just a touch of shimmer and elegance to her overall look.
Lacy - Though it was once considered the look of our grandmothers, lace is now making a comeback - not only in mainstream fashion, but in the red wedding dresses that have been hitting the catwalks. No longer limited to the veils and trims, intricately designed lace can be the standout feature of the bride’s dress or simply a romantic highlight. Lace can add a bit of elegance and class, but the amount and placement of it can help determine the theme by lending itself gracefully to a variety of themes - from ‘old-fashioned’ to ultra fashion forwards. It even works quite nicely with quirky themes such as the gothic and Victorian.
Textures and shapes - If you thought that textures and shapes were two words that didn’t particularly go with red wedding dresses - think again. Current trends in designs are opening up the dress itself to becoming a work of art, with patterns and designs made both within and with the fabrics. From ornate, concentric loops on the front of the dress to elegant pleats on the body that, at the same time, conjure elements of corsets and the ideals of innocence, the newest fashion is all about playing with vision and outline. One of the most interesting facets of the use of textures and shapes in designing couture wedding dresses is the way that it can involve the use of both glitz and lace as contributing factors. With such an array of options, there is sure to be a way for the modern bride to incorporate it into her perfect look.
Permalink The color red evokes a heightened sense of romance, passion and a fiery spirit, which is what RHB is all about. Some people would never wear a red dress to their wedding. Some don’t want to wear any of the ‘traditional’ colors either. Generally colored wedding gowns or a splash of colors are much more common these days. If it is your style, then just go for it. Red wedding dress is absolutely fascinating and will blow your guests mind.
Permalink “Beautiful dream. The symbolism of Red. Boldly romantic, charming, protective, grand, seductive, sexy. From dahlia to scarlet, crimson and vermilion. A celebration of love. ” said Vera Wang.
“Mei Meng” in Chinese.
Designers including Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, and Romona Keveza show off their red wedding dresses line-up for 2013.
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Not all wedding dresses are cookie cutter white dresses anymore, especially if you go for the red looking ones! Adding color to your dress is way to make it standout. And go beyond a little colored embroidery here or a sash of color there.
Every culture has different concepts about wedding dresses. Many consider it very important to observe the traditions. In the western world, brides love to wear white wedding gowns. However, modern brides are moving towards latest fashion trends. They don’t want to wear cultural wedding gowns.
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For the modern bride there are choices our grandmas could only dare to dream of let alone actually speak of. For instance, the idea of a red wedding dress is now more than just an idea, it’s a reality. The wedding of style, class and color is becoming more and more popular. In keeping with the times, the bride can choose to wear whatever color she wants and not have to feel one bit embarrassed about it. Instead she can walk down the aisle with pride and dignity, wearing her femininity literally on her sleeve.
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