In the land of dragons of China, red is considered a lucky and auspicious color that is connected with the Fire Element of the Universe. Red is predominantly used during festivals and special occasions such as the Chinese New Year and weddings. From wedding gowns to lanterns and wedding invitations, everything radiates the brilliant glow of fiery red that represents happiness and prosperity of the bride.
A red wedding dress is not just the privilege of a classic Chinese bride; you can pick this smoking option to spice up your valentine day or to add glam and glitz to your winter wedding. Nothing can match the charm and passion of a red wedding gown to blaze up a winter wedding. Tip toe into the glow of the candles in the aisle in a velvet and a red satin gown with gold trimmings and a gold tiara to make the world go green with envy. If all red is not your cup of tea, settle for a red gown with contrast corset black and sequin works, which would balance the color tone with élan.
Remember that red dresses need not always be loud and gaudy as you might think. A red and white or gold combination wedding gown would take off the breath of the onlookers for sure. Make sure that you carry a matching bouquet of white and red roses. In case you fancy a retro touch do not forget the golden tiara. Pick up a matching red shoe with shimmering blings or pearls or a white shoe, which can be dyed for future use. If you need oodles of confidence and motivation to make the big leap, all you have to do is to steal a glimpse of Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman” in her ballroom gown red in color. Make an online sojourn to lay your hands on something truly stunning to match your mood and money.
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A Chinese sheath or halter dress with fishtail could be the ultimate traffic stopper of all times. While the present day Chinese wedding gowns are created in tight fitting cuts with very short sleeves and mandarin collars, you are free to add on frills and flares to notch up your style quotient. If you wish to be a ravishing beauty in red on the aisle, try this silk brocade fabric with intricate golden designs of chrysanthemum and dragons, which represent longevity and strength of your married life respectively. That’s a bright note indeed to start your married life.
Chinese wedding gowns are mostly done up in dazzling silks that have a glossy, matte or a rugged texture. It goes without saying that silk might fall heavy on your wallets so make sure to make the right budget before setting out for wedding shopping. Cotton or polyester blends too are head turning options that would give off a radiant look without pinching your pockets too much. If you have a head for it, go for the contrast color combination of opposite colors like say for instance red and yellow, which is very common in traditional Chinese wedding attire.
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Truly, sky is the limit with Chinese wedding gown patterns. Try out shen-i, which is a fusion between the cheongsam and the pien-fu. It is a one piece garment with an attached top and the bottom sections. It is also a highly popular ceremonial dress in China. Whichever course you choose to opt you are sure to be a trail blazer in the red realm of wedding gowns. Bravo!
-Karen Vander, Copyrighted RedHotBrides.com
Lunar New Year, aka Chinese New Year, is approaching fast, learn how to say happy new year in their language:
CHUC MUNG NAM MOI!
-Vietnamese
GUNG HAY FAT CHOY!
-Cantonese
GONG XI FA CAI!
-Mandarin
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