It’s Not Just The Dress That People Want To See – It’s The Accessories!

A lot of time is spent choosing just the right wedding dress, but it’s not only the gorgeous dress that people are dying to see, it’s what you accessorize with as well. The whole thing about fashion is the overall picture – the dress, the shoes, the purse and the jewelry. 
Start with the basics. Any fashion designer will tell you that without the proper foundation (bra, garter and tummy trimmer, if needed) a gorgeous dress just doesn’t make it. Make sure you are fitted for the proper size bra (consult an expert). Why spend hundreds, or even thousands, for a dress when you wear a bargain bra? Don’t forget a tummy trimmer if you need to hold in any protruding bellies, and give your dress a sleek look. Of course, brides love to wear long garters (they are really sexy), but make sure the lines are not showing beneath the dress.
Next, find the perfect shoes to go with the perfect dress. You see pictures of brides with tennis shoes – but it certainly takes away from the stunning look you are trying to achieve. If you can’t wear heels, find a comfortable pair of sleek flats that coordinate with your gown. Make sure you wear them first to break them in. Sore feet as you walk down the aisle certainly take away from your overall happiness, and you will be wearing these shoes for several hours. Make sure you think about the season. Barefoot crystal sandals are great for sand and grass – heels sink in and will make you feel lopsided while walking down the aisle. Open toed shoes may not be a good idea for winter. Purchase your shoes after your dress to get the best coordination.
Brides do not want to carry purses during the ceremony, and they often get left on tables at the reception as the bride mingles and dances with her new husband and guests. The options are to have your bridesmaids hang on to your purse, have a cloth bag for your bare essentials and touch ups pinned into the inseam of your dress, or don’t carry one at all.
Bridal jewelry and hair accessories set off the ensemble. Too much sparkle could turn out to be gaudy, but there are so many beautiful bridal jewelry sets – some with tiaras, that will compliment most any dress. Just remember, if you have a high neckline, a simple brooch or single strand necklace would look best – along with simple earrings. For a strapless dress you can wear more dramatic jewelry and chandelier earrings. Hair worn up could be accented with a comb that coordinates with your necklace and earrings.
If you are unsure as to what would look best, take someone whose taste you admire with you when shopping for accessories. After all, this is the most important day of your life, and you’ll have pictures to show off for generations.