Every bride runs the risk of making a fashion booboo. Here are some wedding gown fashion faux pas you should know if you want to keep your wedding ensemble looking great.
Whether you’ve just begun shopping for the perfect wedding gown or you already have most of your wedding ensemble picked out, there are some wedding gown fashion faux pas you should be aware of before you walk down the aisle.
Proportion problems—The number one wedding gown fashion faux pas to keep in mind is a style that isn’t proportioned to your body. Know your body type before you begin shopping and consult with your coordinator and bridal boutique assistant to ensure that you choose a gown suited to your body type. For example, mermaid-style gowns do not work for every body type and neither do princess ball gowns.
Poor Fit—Along with choosing a gown that isn’t properly proportioned to your body, another common wedding gown fashion faux pas you’ll want to avoid is wearing your gown too tight or too loose. The ideal fit should be snug and it should hug your curves in all the right places, but a tight fit or one that is too loose can make your entire ensemble look sloppy or tacky. Be sure to listen to the seamstress during your fittings and trust his or her judgment.
Accessory overload—Another big wedding gown fashion mistake is to overload your gown with too many accessories. Too many accessories can easily throw off the look of your gown and can be very distracting. You want people looking at the dress, not the tons of heavy, elaborate accessories that overshadow it. A good rule of thumb to go by to avoid this faux pas is to choose one central piece to wear. For example, limit your accessories by wearing one necklace or a pair of earrings. If you’re going to wear a large piece of hair art or a fancy tiara, skip the necklace and sport a simple bracelet instead.
Avoid these wedding fashion faux pas to look and feel great on your big day!