Wedding Dresses, Wedding Gowns in Canada

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Grant — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:17:47 +0000

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Designer Wedding Dress Styles

Talha — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 19:33:10 +0000

We often forget that while weddings are one of the most fabulous and special moments of a couple’s life, they can also be very stressful, especially when it comes to choosing the gown. Many brides begin their search for that perfect wedding dress even before a ring is on their finger, which is why it is always helpful to be aware of the top designer wedding dress styles.

Deciding which designer wedding dress style to go with can be a very, very difficult decision for a bride-to-be. This decision, although quite fun in the making, can be very daunting and can end up leading to major frustration and even some inevitable “bridezilla” moments for the most subdued and organized bride. If there is anything any wedding needs less, it is an unhappy bride.

We have all heard that the wedding dress is the highlight of the day, of course aside from seeing the blushing bride make her entrance and way down the aisle. So much emphasis and importance is placed on the wedding dress, the bride may end up feeling a lot of pressure when it comes time to make that important decision. The secret to finding the right designer wedding dress is to find one that you can afford that also makes you feel happy and beautiful while flattering your figure.

Why Choose a Designer Wedding Dress
Choosing to go for a designer wedding dress is a great way to obtain the perfect wedding gown. Working one-on-one with the designer will allow you to feel in control of what you are getting, in control of your finances, and in control of the overall look and style of your dress. While the designer will do most of the hard work, he or she will work closely with you to make sure that you are happy and love the gown for your big day.
If you are going to choose a designer wedding dress for your special day, it is imperative that you think about the different dress styles before you even walk through the designer’s door. One of the most important things to consider when choosing a designer wedding dress is your personal style and taste. There are so many different designer wedding dress styles to choose from that you may just need to flip through some wedding magazines before speaking to your designer.

How Designer Wedding Dresses Differ
Today, simple and elegant bridal gowns are very much the norm with less emphasis placed on excessive beading and embellishments. This is not to say that these designer wedding dress styles are boring and bland. It is actually quite the opposite. With simple and elegant dress styles, it is all about the fabric and the color. Wispy silk chiffon in layers of ivory and white give spring brides the ethereal look of a garden fairy. Colorful silk gowns allow for winter brides to pop with beauty and individuality.

While the color and fabrics of designer wedding dresses change from season to season, the main styles do not. If you are the type of bride that loves the “tried and true” looks always keep these classic designs in mind. The a-line, or princess, the ball gown, the sheath, the empire, and the mermaid are all designer wedding dress styles that will never go out of fashion. The secret to which is best for you will always be determined by which one makes you feel the prettiest and which one flatters your figure the most.

Getting a Deal on Designer Wedding Dresses
Regardless of which designer wedding dress style you end up choosing, getting a deal is always a welcome attribute of the experience. We all know that a custom-made designer wedding dress can cost a pretty penny, so why not shop around. Visit a local designer or dressmaker and see if they have any floor samples or runway samples that can be sold for a reduced price.

If you have already found the designer dress of your dreams but it is too far out of your price range, why not take a photograph (from a magazine, for example) to a dressmaker and see if he or she can make their own version of it (Example: www.anyweddingdress.ca ). Or you can buy a cheaper and used one from www.preownedweddingdresses.ca .There is no shame in saving money on your wedding dress, and it’s great to know that you can get a beautiful designer wedding dress even if you’re on a budget. Every woman deserves to feel like the most beautiful woman in the world on her wedding day, and as long as your wedding dress makes you feel like a beautiful bride, there is no reason not to choose the most elegant designer wedding dress available.

Presale Designer Wedding Dress

Grant — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:13:21 +0000

AS more brides try to sell their used designer wedding dresses online, some have found a way to stand out from the competition: putting their wedding dress up for sale before even walking down the aisle.

Would you presell your wedding dress or other wedding paraphernaliad?
A growing number of postings for so-called presale wedding dresses have popped up among the listings on sites like preownedweddingdresses.ca in Canada or oncewed.com in the United States.

The founder of preownedweddingdresess.ca, estimated that there are close to 50 such postings on her site, up from just one 12 months ago. The owner of oncewed.com, expects 25 or more presale listings on her site this year, up from none two years ago.

One reason for the high prices is that the brides selling the gowns often spent far more than they had originally planned and hope to get some of the money back — quickly.

Kourtney James, 30, a lawyer in Houston, had budgeted about $1,500 for a wedding dress but fell in love with an Angel Sanchez strapless gown that cost $3,300. Now Ms. James, who is paying for her wedding with her fiancé, hopes to sell the dress for $1,650 before her August wedding. “If I can secure a buyer before the wedding occurs, it takes a lot of the pressure off,” Ms. James said.

A used wedding dress generally sells for about 50 percent off retail, whether sold before or after the wedding. But brides see an advantage to selling before the wedding because the styles are still current and other brides often can try on the same dress in stores. That, they say, enhances the likelihood of a quick sale.

“I know it’s a very popular wedding dress right now, and I didn’t want to miss out on the fact that it’s a hot ticket,” explained Erin May, 30, a marketing director in Seattle whose wedding is not until August but who quickly sold her Vera Wang Diana dress for $4,650 after listing it online. She said she paid a little more than $7,000.

Yet, as anyone who has ever had a garage sale knows, putting a price tag on something is one thing, and finding a buyer is something else.

Zofia Gajdamowicz, 27, a bartender in Toronto who hopes to sell her Modern Trousseau dress before her wedding in late October, said she will “have to be a little more careful” if she finds a buyer.

“I already told my friends, ‘Don’t let me drink any red wine,’ ” she said.

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Grant — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 18:08:08 +0000

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Classic Wedding Dresses

Talha — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 22:47:08 +0000

We all love classic wedding dress styles (they make our hearts melt and remind us of the 50 year stretch of marriage our grandparents made it through) sometimes it’s time for a change. The gowns at bridal couture boutiques located all over the country offer the traditional wedding gown your grandmother wore, but with an added extravagance and uniqueness.

Brides who are a bit risqué can be seen wearing bridal gowns that are any color but white. These styles and trends have been incorporated into classic designs allowing dresses to stay ever so elegant yet sexy.

Recent trends seen in classic wedding dresses for 2010 include:

Ruffles, ruffles and more ruffles
Sweetheart necks
Mermaid skirts
Floral prints
Long bridal veils
Longer trains

Bohemian Wedding Gown

Talha — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:44:11 +0000

Bohemian wedding dresses are more avant-garde and contain offbeat accents, bold colors, or unexpected details. Look for a dress that contains whimsical fabrics with interesting details such as floral embroidery, a velvet sash, a loud ribbon, or sheer overlay.

Avoid structured silhouettes and opulent fabrics as these look more decadent than bohemian. As for your accessories, go for ethereal elements that evoke nature or artistic creativity. Instead of adorning yourself with traditional gold or silver jewelry, wear a necklace of colorful turquoise or amber beads or a wreath of fresh flowers on your hair.

Over the past decade, wedding dress designs have evolved to cater to all sorts of personalities and fashion styles. Brides who are more carefree, unafraid to be unconventional, or who do not want to be blindly veiled by tradition, might like bohemian wedding dresses better than the traditional ball gown. The style sported by bohemian brides is a wild combination of cultures and time periods that is uniquely theirs.

Bohemian Wedding Dresses 2010

Modern Wedding Dresses

Talha — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:53:15 +0000

There are many choices when it comes to Brides selecting modern wedding dresses. The Bride wearing a long white dress with a veil over her face as she walks down the isle is a wedding tradition that has changed with the times. A modern wedding dress has become a popular choice that shows your unique personality on your wedding day.

Modern Wedding Dresses – Add Color

Beautiful full length, short dresses and everything in between are being adorned by today’s modern Bride. Most wedding dresses are still white with colors added. The colors represent the full color chart with violet, burgundy, orange, green, brown, and black represented with a stunning look for the modern Bride. To add just a splash of color to a white wedding dress go with a colorful sash or trim.

When choosing colorful, instead of traditional, modern wedding dresses ensure that it has a meaning such as:
• Does the color have a personal significance?
• Will the color complement you wedding colors and décor?
• Will the color compliment your skin tone?
• Is there a cultural significance the color represents?
The Bride is already the center of attention at the wedding so do not use color to stand out.

Modern Wedding Dresses – Choose the Length

Beautiful full length, short dresses and everything in between are being adorned by today’s modern Bride. The nontraditional length of modern wedding dresses usually falls between the Bride’s thigh and calf. Other choices include a cocktail dress or evening dress that can be found at department stores.

Cultural Significance for Modern Wedding Dresses

A culture themed wedding provides the opportunity for Brides to wear modern wedding dresses celebrating her or her Husband’s heritage.
• A Celtic dress can be green or represent the family crest.
• Celebrate your Chinese-American heritage with a red Asian-inspired wedding dress.
• A Cherokee Indian inspired wedding dress can be in a tear dress and ribbon shirt.
• Modern wedding dresses representing the Chinese heritage can be colorful silk kimono styles.

Modern Wedding Dresses in the Bridesmaid Section

Bridesmaid dresses come in such a variety of colors and styles that shopping for a modern wedding dress may lead you to the Bridesmaid section of the wedding boutique. These choices are stylish, have the variety of lengths, and provide the Bride-to-be with a choice of almost any color. As an extra bonus, the cost of the dresses in this section is much less than the Bridal dresses.

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Modern Wedding Dresses 2010

Short Wedding Dresses 2010

Talha — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:59:30 +0000

A few years ago, short wedding dresses were only seen at beach weddings or on a quick dash down the aisle in Las Vegas but bridal designers like Oscar de la Renta and Priscilla of Boston have recently pushed the informal look to the top of bridal fashion. Even Voguehas just featured a ’50s style short wedding dress in their latest wedding shoot feature.

There are many great reasons to keep your wedding dress short and sweet, not just because the ceremony is on a sun-kissed beach in Florida.

Why Wear a Short Wedding Dress?

• Short wedding dresses are practical and comfortable to wear and won’t threaten to trip a bride up as she walks down the aisle.
• They are usually cheaper than a traditional gown due to simplicity of styling and less fabric used.
• Informal gowns are perfect for a last minute wedding as they can be bought off the peg, especially colored wedding dresses.
• They are the preferred choice for weddings in hot climates or on a beach when the weight of a long dress is simply too much to bear.
• It is far easier to dance in a short wedding dress than a more traditional meringue-style gown plus the dress can double as a party frock after the wedding.
• Short wedding dresses mean the bride can show off her legs and her smart shoes.

Which Short Wedding Dress Length?

• Tea length dresses fall below the knee and are flattering to most shapes and sizes as they don’t show too much leg. They are ideal for the beach, garden or summer wedding using floaty fabrics or a swing-style skirt for a fashionable ’50s look.
• Knee length dresses demand better legs but look very sexy on the right body shape.
• Above the knee wedding dresses or even the micro-mini are best left to women with ultra-long shapely legs or those who simply have bags of confidence!

Buying Short Wedding Dresses
The beauty about an informal wedding is that a casually styled dress need not cost a fortune.

• Look at bridesmaid dresses in pale colors which cost a fraction of the price of a traditional gown.
• If going for a colored wedding dress, perhaps due to a second marriage or just to be different, shop around in prom-dress shops to save money and have a wider choice.
• Scour internet wedding and prom-dress sites for bargain little white dresses.
• If planning to use a dressmaker, be sure to check the fabric price per meter and negotiate on the price as a short wedding dress will cost far less in fabric and simplicity of make.

Modern Brides Choose Short Wedding Dresses

For practicality, comfort and the latest fashion style, consider a short wedding dress for your big day. Dancing the night away will be easy in a neat little white dress to be totally different.

75 Wedding Tips For Every Bride

Talha — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:35:08 +0000

For couple of years, Any Wedding Dress has been helping brides have the wedding day of their dreams and now we want to share our Best Wedding Tips with you.

All about your Wedding Dress
1. Gown shopping should be a priority on your ‘to do’ list. It takes months to make your dress, so give yourself plenty of time.
2. In our “do it yourself” world, you may be surprised by the high level of attention and care you will receive when shopping at a full-service bridal salon. Enjoy it! This is an important purchase and it should feel like it.
3. Wedding gowns tend to run small in size. You will probably need a gown that is a size or two larger than you are accustomed to buying. Do not panic!
4. When starting to shop, print out pictures of gowns that you like. This will help you explain to your bridal specialist what your perfect dress looks like.
5. It’s nice to have a second opinion. Bring one or two trusted friends or family members to shop with you for added support. Also remember, more is NOT merrier. Bringing too many people with you can get confusing. Everyone has an opinion!
6. Bring along a digital camera and have a friend take notes while you shop, to help you remember each gown.
7. Ask as many questions as you want, no matter what! You won’t be the first person to ask and you definitely won’t be the last. Depend on your experts!
8. If you’re shopping for a strapless gown, make sure you bring a strapless bra to use while trying on. It will help give you a better idea of what the gown would look like.
9. Don’t be swayed by trends. Choose a gown that’s true to your style and your body.
10. Always try on your dream dress, but also try on styles you normally would not. You never know what will strike you and fully enhance the beauty that you are.
11. If you’re worried about a little last minute weight gain, choose a dress with a lace-up back. This is a gorgeous way to have a more forgiving and figure flattering dress.
12. The fabric of your gown needs to be one of the factors in making it ‘the one’. Lightweight fabrics like chiffon are the best choice for warm-weather weddings. If your nuptials will be in wintery-weather consider heavier fabrics.
13. Find a bridal shop that offers full alteration services or can recommend a seamstress they trust. They should be experienced in altering the gowns they sell.

Under wraps
14. Always start with good foundation garments – the right bra can make all the difference in your pictures and how you feel through out the day.
15. Foundation garments should be chosen in a shade closest to your skin tone.
16. If you decide to wear stockings, buy a few pairs because your wedding day is not the day to sport a run.
17. Thicker tights can stand up to the demands of your big day and are less likely to tear.
18. Bare legs are also perfectly fine for your wedding day!
19. Wearing a petticoat? To keep it full, turn it upside down, spray starch on it, and let it dry before slipping it on.
20. Your wedding may be the one time in your life you get to wear a veil. Consider classic styles in shoulder or cathedral length. If you’re leaning toward something more modern, bejeweled hair clips and combs are a perfect complement.
21. Doubling in uniqueness and sentimental value, an antique veil passed down from someone close to you is a special choice. Don’t dye an antique veil; it doesn’t have to perfectly match your gown.
22. Wearing gloves can add to the elegance of your look. But how will your wedding ring go on your finger without fumbling to take off your glove during the ceremony? Unstitch the ring finger on your left glove so that it may easily be slipped off when it comes time for the exchange of the wedding bands.

For your girls
23. First and foremost – Being a bridesmaid is hard work, make sure you thank your maids for everything they have done!
24. Remember to consider your bridesmaids’ budgets. These are the most important women in your life – make sure they stay that way.
25. When choosing your bridesmaid style, keep in mind all the different body types you have in your party.
26. Just like your gown, have your bridesmaids professionally measured so the bridal salon can help you choose the best size. Sometimes dresses run smaller than you think.
27. Have a hard to fit bridesmaid? Separates may be the way to go. This will give you the most customized look and make your maids more comfortable.
28. Keep your bridesmaid dresses simple and complementary; it will help your dress be the center of attention!
29. Consider the weather! Shawls make excellent accessories for brisk weather weddings.
30. Color is still the best way to express style. Stick to one, two or three hues and carry them throughout your whole wedding story.
31. When choosing your bridesmaid color, consider the location of your ceremony and reception. The lovely lilac you had your heart set on may not go well with the deep red carpet in the church.
32. Don’t be scared of trying something unique. Some brides choose to highlight their Maid of Honor in a special complementary color while other brides will do a color run of the same gown. Whatever you do, make sure the colors you have chosen work together.
33. A perfectly matching shoe completes the look of a colorful bridesmaid. If this isn’t possible or preferred, go one shade darker than the color of the dress or go with a nude, silver, or gold sandal.
34. Jewelry makes a great gift for your bridesmaids. Not only can they wear it on your big day, they have something special to remember it for a lifetime.
35. With the exception of your Maid of Honor, line your bridesmaids up from shortest to tallest.

Protecting your Wedding Dress
36. Use a padded hanger to hang your dress before it goes into a garment bag.
37. Transport your bridal party’s dresses in garment bags. No need to hurry into your gown; it should be the last thing you put on before heading down the aisle.
38. Make sure your dressing area is free of anything that could stain the dress. If you need a caffeine pick-me-up before the ceremony, drink upÖ but nowhere near your dress!
39. Don’t dry clean your gown before the ceremony; you don’t want to risk any mistakes.
40. Carry a stick of white chalk with you on the day of the ceremony to cover any spots that may get on your gown.
41. Always check care instructions before steaming or ironing.
42. Iron your gown from the top to bottom; a steamer works better for the body of some gowns
43. Keep a spray bottle handy for small wrinkles. Spray the area lightly and use a hairdryer to dry the area wrinkle free.
44. If you decide to wear a veil, the bathroom is the best place to get out the wrinkles: Hang the veil on a hanger outside the shower rod, run the shower for 15-20 minutes to create steam. The steam will easily loosen up the wrinkles.
45. Lightly mist your veil with hairspray to keep it in place and off your face.
46. If your gown has a train, consider an alteration to create a bustle. This will give your gown a unique style and keep it from dragging on the floor during the reception.
47. Remember to talk to your florist about your bouquet. Some flowers have pollen that could stain your gown.
48. A little bad weather on the big day? No problem. Have your bridal party stand in two lines with large umbrellas and dash down the sidewalk fully protected.
49. Dry cleaning your gown after the ceremony may remove stains and spots but using a gown preservation company will remove spots, treat against discoloration and protect from fabric deterioration so that your gown can be passed on or perfectly saved as your most important piece of nostalgia.

From hair to shoes and everywhere in between
50. Your hands will be a big part of the day. Whether it is the champagne toast or posing for ring pictures, splurge on the professional manicure. You won’t regret it!
51. Go with the classic French or American Manicure. Color trends for manicures change quickly and will make your photos look dated.
52. Set up a consultation with your hair stylist a few weeks before your wedding. Most stylists will meet with you for free.
53. Bring your headpiece, veil or anything you plan to wear in your hair. This will be critical information that the stylist will need.
54. Bring some pictures of updos that you like to your hair consultation. Also, bring along a picture of your gown and bridesmaids’ dresses. This could give her a little more inspiration!
55. Do not wash your hair before you go to the stylist unless she asks you to. You will need the natural oils in your hair to help get the best updo.
56. If you’re going to take off your veil at the reception, remember to tell your hair stylist. She can design a style that will accommodate both looks.
57. On the big day, wear a button-down shirt that you can easily remove after your appointment. This will make sure your hair is not disturbed.
58. A little pale for the season? Go with a nice self tanner– ask your friends for what they recommend.
59. If you go for self tanning, make sure you use plastic gloves! No need for orange fingers on your big day!
60. Any type of tanning will make your skin color deeper. Remember to get new foundation to match your tan.
61. You want your makeup to look perfect on your big day – but you also want to look like yourself! Keep makeup simple.
62. Watch your eye makeup. You may want to arm one of your bridesmaids with an emergency makeup bag complete with travel mirror. This will be perfect for quick touch ups.
63. Budget conscious on your makeup? Check out a department store and get a free make over. The sales person will also explain how to apply your makeup for the big day.
64. Lipstick can look great but is high maintenance because it rubs off quickly. Look for a no-rub off formula that will stay on the whole day. There are many drug store brands to choose from!
65. Shining star? Give your Maid of Honor a few blotting papers that are made to soak up any excess oil with a light powder.
66. If you cry at weddings, you will probably cry at your own. Make sure you invest in a good waterproof mascara.
67. Putting on your own eye makeup? With a big brush, dab a little loose powder under your eyes. This will catch any loose makeup that falls during application.
68. Getting married outside? Do not forget sunscreen. In fact, you may want to consider giving it as a cute favor for all your attendees.
69. If you’re going to shoot some wedding pictures in black and white, remember to go a little darker in your makeup choices. Light makeup doesn’t show up as well.
70. The type of jewelry you wear should depend on the style of your dress. Elegant earrings add to a strapless gown without taking away from the flattering neckline. With V-neck gowns, however, a necklace is the perfect choice. Jeweled hairpins are very flattering with a halter gown.
71. Always consider the color of your gown when selecting jewelry. Pearl and platinum jewelry best compliment a white gown while gold is best for an ivory gown.
72. Shoes a little too tight? Most leather shoes will stretch. Take a cotton ball dipped in rubbing alcohol and swab the inside of your shoe. Slip your foot into the shoe and it will stretch around your foot. Repeat until you’re comfortable.
73. Going for heels? Make sure you practice walking in your shoes before the big day. Confidence is key when you’re walking down the aisle.
74. You may want to consider getting two pairs of shoes for your big day. One pair for the ceremony and pictures and a comfy pair to dance the night away at your reception.
75. Scuff new shoes on the pavement to roughen up the soles. To make sure you have plenty of traction going down the aisle.

Affordable Wedding Dresses

Grant — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:27:46 +0000

So the time has come and you are ready to make preparations for the most important day of your life, you wedding. With so many expectations it is hard to financially put all the pieces of the puzzle together, so it is critical that you take a piece of paper and start adding everything up in order to stay within your budget.

Many newlyweds try to satisfy everyone’s expectations of what the ideal wedding should be like that they forget their finances which is an important factor that needs to be properly managed in order to make things work. Grooms tend to place a lot of importance on the wedding ring (brides too) but when it comes to brides the most important thing – besides the wedding band – is the wedding dress.

Adding the value of these two things together you will realize that this expense is almost equal to the down payment of a house! which doesn’t make sense, if you have both of your feet and mind down here on earth that is! It is very common for newlywed couples to start their marriage completely broke, while it is definitively not ideal must people feel that the expenses were worth it.

Buying a cheap wedding dress doesn’t mean that the quality will be incredibly bad, on the contrary, if you are a smart shopper you will realize that most of the time the difference between a $10,000 dress and a $1,000 one is often the brand, the price increases because of the maker even if they are visually identical (train, veil and size)

Today there are several options according to the place you want your wedding to be, for instance if you want to get married at a church you may use a full wedding gown, if you want to do it at the beach you may use a simpler and yet elegant design. Since there is no set standard, wedding designs the possibilities are virtually endless, even the colors can be customized to fit your wedding theme.

It is not very hard to find the right wedding gown of your dreams for the right price, there are many designers and stores out there competing for your business so make sure you take the time to shop around and find the wedding dress which better suits your budget. Remember that your wedding is the most important day of your life but that doesn’t mean that everything ends there, in fact this is where it all begins so make all your wedding dress comparisons in order to start your new life with a little spare change, you know you will need it!

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