Little girls dream of their wedding day beginning with the huge white gown. For many decades white symbolized virginity and was worn by Brides to show purity. Nowadays the idea of wearing white and white only seems not only archaic, but rather nothing short of a horrible choice for many complexions.
Most Brides know that there are options between choosing white or ivory. But did you know that many bridal gown designers offer dozens of colors and color combinations for their gowns?
Take a look at a few of the amazing and beautiful color choices offered by designer
Maggie Sottero:
Bobbi (left) Saxton (upper right) Vaughn (lower right)
WHITE: A true shade of white can be bright, and hard to wear. In certain natural light true white also tends to look bluish. Terry Hall, fashion director at Kleinfeld Bridal, recommends white for brides with natural golden or darker skin tones. If youre fair or have yellow undertones in your skin, the bright color of true white can wash you out. White is most often desired for snowy winter weddings or brightly colored weddings that have lots of pop.
Montana (upper left) Corrina (lower left) Narelee (right)
DIAMOND WHITE: Diamond white is considered the best alternative to true white. It's a gentler color that is easier to wear, yet still bright and clean with limited yellowish tones. Although not offered by every designer, most high fashion designers will offer some "happy medium" between white and ivory. Colors like candlelight, soft white, or champagne white might be similar without being too ivory.
Aracella (left) O'Hara (upper right) Austin (lower right)
IVORY: Most bridal gowns on the market come in a shade of ivory. Depending on the fabric, the shades can vary by style and designer, although they are all called ivory. Mark Ingram, founder of Mark Ingram Atelier, says ivory can come off as more formal than white, since its a richer, creamier shade. "Ivory shades having a more luxurious and more sumptuous feel." according to Ingram. Ivory gowns are easier to wear with most skin tones and can compliment any wedding colors without being to bright.
Malina (upper left) Delphina (lower left) Shelby (right)
LIGHT GOLD: Want something even more rich in color? Maggie Sottero offers many gorgeous gowns in shades of light gold. Some are light gold fabrics under ivory lace, organza or tulle giving these gowns a dynamic multi-colored feel that is both warm and bold. These colors are perfect for many skin tones, because they have softer undertones and can give even the fairest bride a warm glow.
Realeigh (upper left) Tiffany (lower left) Serencia (right)
BLUSH: Oh the gorgeous shades of blush! Not many companies can offer the spectacular shades of blush like Maggie Sottero. These colors are very limited and not for everyone, but there are a variety of colors to choose from, many using soft overlays of lace and beading. From the softest pinks to the most dramatic pink blush, if you're looking for something different we've got you covered.
Riviera (upper left) Lenya (lower left) Sarah (right)
OTHER COLORS: Don't be alarmed if the gown you fall in love with ends up being Pearl/Gold/Pewter with Pearl Accents, or Alabaster with Silver. Some gowns have stand out, one-of-a-kind color combinations that are stunning yet impossible to predict. Some colors like Pearl Rose from Maggie Sottero is only available in one gown. So love the gown first, then decide which color is best for you. You might just be surprised what color you end up wearing.
Still confused about all of these colors? Visit
Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo, in Urbana, IL to see these and the many other colors available from other top designers on display.
With so many choices how do you decide? The decision can be based not only on the Bride's skin tone, but even on the color that goes best with the wedding theme. The stylists at
Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo can offer you professional assistance in choosing the color that is just right for you.
Make an appointment to visit us by calling 217.384.7914 or requesting an appointment
here. We can't wait to help you select the gown
and the color of your dreams.
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