LouiseAnderson https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/ Designer Wedding Gowns Blog Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:17:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cropped-wedding-41210_640-32x32.png LouiseAnderson https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/ 32 32 Wedding style trends to avoid https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/wedding-style-trends-to-avoid/ Sun, 14 Jan 2024 08:12:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=35 You can find a lot of information online about clothes or accessories to discard as a wedding guest

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You can find a lot of information online about clothes or accessories to discard as a wedding guest, but it’s not easy to find advice on what not to wear to a wedding when you’re one of the two most important people: the bride.

Every woman planning a wedding has her own vision of style. However, sometimes advice can be helpful to avoid fashion mishaps.

THE BRIDE’S STYLE IS A FIGURE, NOT A CUT

A wedding is a carefully planned event, and this applies to every element, from the invitation to the theme of the wedding hall. Newlyweds want to remember the moment of their wedding with a smile when looking at photos or videos many years later. Sometimes it happens that already the wife, in amazement shakes her head, not understanding how it happened that she chose such a wedding outfit, accessory or decided on such a hairstyle. Wedding fashion helps brides to make the right choice, although it should be considered more as a source of inspiration, not as rules. Today’s variety of models of wedding dresses allows you to choose the only one that will be to the liking of each girl.

It is worth remembering that in addition to design and fashion trends is more important how the wedding dress sits on a particular girl – whether it emphasizes her strengths and hides flaws.

For example, many women like gloves, they consider them an exquisite accessory that will perfectly complement the wedding image. Unfortunately, such an accessory looks good only on long thin hands. In fuller people, such an element will only further emphasize extra pounds.

Also not suitable for fuller girls wedding dresses with narrow sleeves up to half and sleeves that cross the arms on the widest circumference. Fully long sleeves or sleeves just above the elbow with a vertical crossing will look much better.

WEDDING, WHAT SHOULD THE BRIDE AVOID?

Any bride wants to dazzle her wedding guests with the perfection of her image. Unfortunately, here it is very easy to fall into the trap of exaggeration, as a result of which the bride will radiate awkwardness instead of perfection.

This can happen when a lover of simple style chooses a very dressy dress, avoids heels or on the contrary puts on excessively high heels at the wedding or applies strong makeup. Meanwhile, permanent, but gentle makeup will emphasize the beauty of the bride, low-heeled shoes will look elegant and allow you to dance the night away, and selected by taste and personality of the bride dress will be her decoration.

It is difficult to unequivocally determine what is inappropriate to go to a wedding as a bride. An overly provocative outfit is definitely not appropriate, especially if the wedding is taking place in a church. Deep neckline, bare back or mid-thigh slit are also unlikely to make a positive impression on your guests.

WEDDING TRENDS TO AVOID

To summarize:

  • choose a model of wedding dress, pay attention to how it will fit your figure;
  • Do not approach the wedding image too provocative;
  • It is definitely better to use moderation and your own intuition.

Thanks to these simple tips you will choose the perfect wedding image, and the wedding will be remembered as a wonderful moment of your life for years to come.

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Short or long wedding dress https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/short-or-long-wedding-dress/ Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:02:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=32 When choosing a wedding dress there are many doubts. What cut, what color and lastly: long or short? dresses in the floor, brides more and more dare to choose shorter styles.

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When choosing a wedding dress there are many doubts. What cut, what color and lastly: long or short? dresses in the floor, brides more and more dare to choose shorter styles. We suggest what to pay attention to when choosing the length of the wedding dress.

What do the trends say about the length of the wedding dress? As usual, they are very extensive and varied, which gives a lot of freedom in choosing the right dress. Now in fashion as a long wedding dress, as well as its shorter version. Among the latest styles, knee-length 7/8 length dresses are very popular, as well as dresses with a longer back.

Designs with feathers, rhinestones and a cascade of ruffles are popular. Lace, floral motifs and pastel inserts are very fashionable.

WEDDING DRESS AND COMFORT

Trends inspire and suggest what styles to pay attention to, but when visiting a bridal salon and choosing a wedding dress on the first violin should not play. It is much more important in which wedding dress the bride feels comfortable and attractive.

A short wedding dress certainly means more comfort. It is easy to put on and take off, and it leaves more freedom for movement or dancing since it doesn’t have a train or multiple layers of fabric. This also makes it lighter and more airy, so it’s perfect for the hottest summer months. On the other hand, a long wedding dress is a classic.

Properly fitted, made of quality materials, it will provide the bride with comfort. In addition, a longer skirt can disguise more figure flaws than a shorter one.

HOW TO CHOOSE A WEDDING DRESS TO FIT THE FIGURE?

A long wedding dress makes a woman look like a princess, a shorter one makes the wedding image light, and the bride herself gets a girlish look. How does the length of the wedding dress correlate with the figure?

Short styles are chosen primarily by ladies who are proud of their long slender legs and want to show them. According to stylists, a short wedding dress is primarily suitable for small and petite ladies. Taller brides look good in dresses with an extended back or asymmetrical cut dresses.

SHORT OR LONG WEDDING DRESS

Short and long wedding dresses have their supporters, so it is impossible to unequivocally answer the question of what length will be better. If you are a stickler for tradition and can’t imagine a wedding dress of a different length, look to long dresses.

If you want a little wedding madness, appreciate freedom of movement or just want to wear a wedding dress for another occasion – choose a shorter version.

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Most popular wedding dresses https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/most-popular-wedding-dresses/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:41:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=29 Even before receiving a marriage proposal, each of us has long dreamed of a gorgeous wedding dress and somewhere deep in the head knows how it should be.

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Even before receiving a marriage proposal, each of us has long dreamed of a gorgeous wedding dress and somewhere deep in the head knows how it should be. This is dictated by our childhood desires to be a princess and an endless stream of information from the Internet, secular newspapers and TV programs.

When we start to think about the most famous wedding dresses, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is Princess Diana’s dress. This truly masterpiece was made for young Lady Di by two young British designers David and Elizabeth Emanuel. Until the wedding day, no one except Diana and her mother had seen the outfit, and on June 29, 1981 the bride appeared in a luxurious dress made of ivory satin, embroidered with diamonds and thousands of small pearls.

A special attention deserves eight-meter veil, decorated with vintage lace of the XIX century. Just in case, an exact copy of the dress was made, which was later sold at auction for 175,000 dollars.

No one is indifferent to the wedding image of Hollywood diva Grace Kelly. More than half a century has already passed since her wedding to Prince Rainier of Monaco, and girls from all over the world aspire to be like her. She is a style icon for brides and designers alike. Her wedding gown was created by MGM movie studio designer Helen Rose. An immeasurable amount of taffeta and Valenciennes lace, 35 seamstresses managed to turn into a masterpiece, which then became a museum piece. The bell silhouette skirt was both feminine and elegant, noble but not too grand.

The Duchess of Cambridge did not let Lady Di down and worthily entered the royal family. Of course, the wedding image of Kate and Diana will be compared for many years to come, but the fact that they were both perfect is a fact. In April 2011, the world saw the new British princess in a “stylish and beautiful, elegant and understated” white dress by Sarah Breton, who represented the fashion house Alexander McQueen. Traditional symbols of Great Britain: the English rose, Welsh daffodil, Scottish thistle, and Irish trilby were complemented by the finest hand-worked lace.

The back of the dress was fastened with 54 tiny buttons, and the length of the train was not as long as Diana’s, but not small – 2.7m. The veil was held by a small Cartier tiara.

To summarize the most famous wedding dresses, Kim Kardashian, although not a member of the blue bloods, but no less famous social diva and lover of selfies, can safely draw the line. The wedding dress was created by a family friend and creative director of Givenchy brand Riccardo Tisci.

The dress was Kim’s style tight, with lots of lace and a long train. In general, she once recalled that she wanted a wedding outfit like Kate Middleton’s, but the only thing the two dresses had in common was the color, lace sleeve and long veil. There was only thin lace on the back and stomach, which created a naked body effect. Kim’s wedding outfit was generally restrained and elegantly modest and cost the bride 300 thousand pounds.

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How to choose comfortable and beautiful shoes for the wedding? https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/how-to-choose-comfortable-and-beautiful-shoes-for-the-wedding/ Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:35:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=25 Wedding shoes are an essential part of every bride's outfit. Although they may be hidden under the wedding dress most of the time

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Wedding shoes are an essential part of every bride’s outfit. Although they may be hidden under the wedding dress most of the time, it doesn’t mean that they are less important than the wedding dress, veil or jewelry – just the opposite.

Many brides-to-be spend long hours searching for the right wedding shoes, and the choice is not always a good one.

Wedding shoes that are uncomfortable, chafing or don’t match well with other accessories can be an aspect that effectively spoils the joy of this important day.

One often hears the opinion that it is inappropriate to wear shoes other than heels to a wedding, and it is best if they are white high-heeled shoes.

As we know, not every woman likes to wear these shoes every day. Many of us avoid high heels because of the lack of comfort or untrained walking in such shoes. There is nothing wrong with this, of course.

On a wedding dress you can wear shoes on a flat sole, which will look beautiful, dressy and feminine. Most often choose a heel of 5 or even 12 cm. However, it is not uncommon to meet brides in ballet flats or even sneakers.

Remember that the final decision on the outfit is up to you. Choose wedding shoes that not only you like, but also comfortable in it.

There are many kinds of wedding shoes – ballet flats, loafers, sandals, high heels, pole shoes, etc. You should have no problem finding something for yourself. You will look beautiful in both high heels and flat soles.

Comfort or good looks?

Most women think that combining comfort and aesthetics in wedding shoes is impossible. Perhaps a dozen or so years ago, when access to certain items was very difficult, this was the case. Thankfully, times have changed.

Nowadays, you can choose from thousands of designer shoes, stationery and online stores. You are also not limited by your location. If you can’t find anything interesting in your city, the internet comes to the rescue.

Ideally, they should be able to not only ostoyt the rite of marriage in the church, but also the entire wedding.

Choosing shoes for the wedding, try to fit them as much as possible under the foot and pay attention to the material. It is not worth saving too much on this.

Poor quality shoes can quickly affect you when you are dancing or even just walking around. Insoles and gel patches can be a lifesaver if it turns out that the shoes are not as comfortable as they first seemed.

You can ask your maid of honor to have them in her purse during the wedding. Before the wedding and reception, it is advisable to remove your shoes.

Even a few weeks before the event, put the shoes on for a few minutes or even an hour and walk around the house in them. You can also take them to dance lessons if you are attending them with your fiancé.

Usually, after the first fitting, you already know whether the wedding shoes will be comfortable or not. However, to be disappointed, it is better to test them or even have them made to fit – the cost, of course, is correspondingly higher.

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Is it appropriate to wear pants to a wedding? https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/is-it-appropriate-to-wear-pants-to-a-wedding/ Sat, 19 Aug 2023 07:27:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=22 In ancient times, the division between women's and men's fashion was not so sharp, and many ancient peoples did not object to pants worn by women.

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In ancient times, the division between women’s and men’s fashion was not so sharp, and many ancient peoples did not object to pants worn by women.

The Middle Ages, however, reinforced this division. It wasn’t until the nineteenth century that change came with the first wave of feminism, although it was still a challenge to gain women’s right to wear pants.

With the advent of the women’s liberation movement, social change progressed, and for the suffragettes, pants and the right to wear them became a major weapon against oppression.

Harem pants were the first women’s pants, designed in 1909. They are wide, tied at the bottom with a ribbon. After World War I, they became an element of women’s fashion, but were still used on unusual occasions.

Then became popular at an avalanche speed, because celebrities such as Marlene Dietrich and Katharine Hepburn loved to wear them and widely popularized them throughout the civilized world.

Today you can even wear pants to a wedding. This is, of course, another crossing of boundaries and traditions, but not the first.

Why choose pants instead of a dress for a wedding?

Pants have their advantages, and we’ve known this since they started fighting to be a part of women’s fashion. First of all, properly adjusted, they allow more freedom of movement and also while sitting.

Secondly, you can afford more with them while dancing without fearing that someone will see your underwear when your partner wants to perform crazy acrobatics.

They are also more comfortable to sit in, you have more freedom of movement. Why else should you choose pants over dresses for your wedding? It’s to show your freedom of choice.

To show courage to cross boundaries. After all, properly selected and styled wedding pants can be just as feminine and elegant as a dress. Although it is still avant-garde!

Pants for the wedding – what to choose?

Wedding pants first of all should be made of quality material. Noble and practical. Pants will look great as fitted, and in a loose version.

If you have a slender figure with a clearly defined waist, you can choose pants that emphasize it and the line of the hips at the same time. They can also be narrower and slightly higher than the ankle, which will allow you to demonstrate elegant high heels.

Remember that high-waisted pants optically elongate the figure, so you can add a few centimeters to yourself! If you have a pear shape, choose cigarillos.

The most popular styles of wedding pants:

  • wide and airy palazzo;
  • elegant wide leg pants;
  • tapered down to the bottom;
  • piping, high-waisted, various lengths.

You have many possibilities to create unusual styles, relying on elegant wedding pants and their individual cut. If your wedding pants are monochrome, you can choose a blouse that sparkles with sequins, pearls or other embellishments.

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8 simple tips for choosing a dress https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/8-simple-tips-for-choosing-a-dress/ Fri, 12 May 2023 06:50:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=19 For those brides who are ready to say “Yes!” to a dress, but have never been to a dress fitting in a salon, we want to address these 8 simple tips that will make choosing a dress a real celebration!

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For those brides who are ready to say “Yes!” to a dress, but have never been to a dress fitting in a salon, we want to address these 8 simple tips that will make choosing a dress a real celebration!

Do your research

Before you make an appointment at the salon, familiarize yourself with the dresses that are
on the website. It is not necessarily that among the pictures of the catalog you will see the dress of your dreams (often the photo of the dress is able to reveal only a small part of the dress, and can not reflect how this dress will look like on you).

Think about the mood

You should not limit yourself to dresses of certain silhouettes, but you should think about what mood you would like for your image – for example, romantic, urban-chic, retro, provence.

Tune in to the beauty

Don’t be afraid to get confused among the charm of wedding dresses and try to get in the right mood to feel the impression of each outfit. Make marks, write down the names. The goal is to synchronize your wishes and come back to what you liked so much.

Speak

Be sure to say what you like and what you don’t like about each dress you try on. Very often it is your comments that allow them to capture your wishes and create the perfect dress and the most spectacular look.

Trust the consultant and his/her advice

We have seen hundreds of dresses, know our options and range perfectly, let us help you choose and do the job we love and know how to do 100%. Wear neutral lace-free underwear or silicone cups to your fitting – this will help you see the dress and how it will look on your wedding day.

Try and experiment

Don’t be reluctant to try on dresses that you may not like from a picture or from a first glance on the rack. In reality, each dress has its own value and beauty only when combined with you and your looks, and looks different on everyone.

Dance

Try to move in the dress, take a lap around the runway, or dance. Ask to sit down. Even if the dress is long, it is in movement that you can feel whether you like the look. If you are really comfortable, make a note, because comfort is almost the most important thing in the wedding day, do not deny yourself comfort for the sake of beauty!

Take with you only the closest person

Do not call all girlfriends or all relatives to the fitting, keep the secret of the image until the wedding day. Take your mother, sister or closest friend (it is better that the assistant was married and “did not try on your image” on you), the opinion from the outside will help you find the right dress, see the pros and cons. And spend time together in incredible pleasure!

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