If you are a bride-to-be, and you're attracted to traditional weddings, you've probably browsed for months through wedding fashion magazines, trying to find the perfect style of gown. You may have spent weeks traveling from boutique to boutique trying gowns on for size. The bridal gown is indeed the focus of the entire affair, and the right accessories will complete your beautiful picture.
Wedding veils
For many cultures, the veil is a symbolic element as important as the ring itself, and traditional wedding ensembles just aren't complete without a pretty wedding veil. If you choose to wear a veil, be sure that it compliments your wedding gown and suits the theme of your wedding. Traditionally, veils were very formal and measured over ten feet in length. Thankfully, modern bridal fashions dictate that the bride may choose a veil of any length. A shoulder-length flyaway style is a popular choice of veil by many modern brides.
Shoes and stockings
The right shoes and stockings are a crucial element to your bridal ensemble. As a bride, you may find it a struggle to find a pair of shoes that complement your gown. If your wedding will be an elegant affair, try to find shoes made of satin, velvet or silk. Some bridal shoes can be embellished with embellished with crystals, beads, sequins or pearls for a more extravagant effect. The most important thing to consider is comfort. You will be spending most of the day on your feet and you will want to appear as happy and comfortable as possible.
Headpieces
Headpieces such as combs, headbands, Juliet caps and back pieces are generally used to hold the wedding veil in place. You can make your headpiece as dainty or as breathtaking as you wish by decorating it with flowers, crystals, pearls or beads. What seems like a small and unimportant detail can turn an otherwise dull bridal accessory into a memorable one. If you have a beautiful headpiece you can wear it alone and forego the veil altogether. Tiaras, crowns, half-crowns, bun-wraps and wreaths can be gorgeous stand-alone headpieces.
Jewelry
There is no piece of bridal jewelry more important than the wedding band, but don't forget the impact that your earrings, necklace and bracelet can have. Jewelry should always compliment a dress and not overpower it. Make sure that the jewelry you are wearing is pretty enough to make your guests take notice, without stealing the entire show. Treasured family heirlooms can be the perfect choice to complete your bridal accessory package. Diamonds and pearls can be simple yet elegant choices.
Gloves
If your gown is strapless or sleeveless, a beautiful pair of gloves will provide a lovely, finished look. In general, shorter sleeves require longer gloves. Choose silk or satin gloves to bring a sophisticated air to your ensemble.
Handbags
You won't be carrying a handbag during the wedding ceremony or the reception, but this is a bridal accessory that should not be overlooked. You will likely wish to have a small purse handy to contain small necessities for the day, like makeup and tissues. Your handbag shouldn't be a large shoulder bag. Instead, choose a pretty clutch to complement your shoes and gown.
You will be in the spotlight on your wedding day. Give as much thought to your bridal accessories as you do to your gown. It's your time to shine, so choose top to toe accessories to be your most elegant, polished, beautiful best.
© Copyright 2007 by
Christopher Anderson
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