The choice of your garment depends on your
- Age,
- The type of wedding you are planning; formal or informal.
- Figure-type, hair colour, skin complexion.
- Season : Winter, Spring, Summer or Autumn.
- Time of the wedding: Morning, Afternoon or Evening.
Morning and Spring/Summer weddings:
- Pastel colours in soft fabric, e.g. chiffon and it don’t have to be plain fabric, but soft floral motives can be very flattering.
- A long dress, and midi-length dress is suitable for morning weddings.
- Accessories must not be heavy or too big – keep it plain, sensitive and careful for a morning wedding.
- No veil – a fresh flower, tiara or hat will be more suitable.
- Remember to leave your previous wedding ring at home!
- Makeup must not be too heavy – keep it fresh, and certainly not overdone!
Afternoon and Winter/Autumn weddings:
- Darker colours with heavier fabric e.g. brocade, georgette, velvet and richer colours: royal, burgundy, navy, olive green, grey.
- A-symmetric lines are always very flattering in a dress or pant suit.
- You can consider beige, winter white or pearl colours – only if it suits you!
- You don’t have to wear a veil – a fresh flower, tiara or hat will be more suitable.
- Makeup can be heavier, but the guests must still recognize you.
- Darker cutex is better and remember to prepare your hands three months before the wedding to look good.
- Don’t forget the groom – his tie, suit, shirt must coordinate with your outfit.