Say it isn't so a bride may anxiously react. That seam actually looks good? My response in the fitting room is an abounding, exuberant Yes! Seams equate to lines, which happen to be all over a wedding garment. Sometimes seams are designed to be seen others are only inside as part of the dress construction. A designer will thoughtfully create a gown with such lines to enhance the fit and shape of the piece or they will use linear embellishment as focal points. Many brides don't notice "structure" seams on the bodice of a gown or skirt. They just like how the gown looks and feels. I assisted a bride recently who simply said "make me look beautiful." She trusted I would find the gown that perfectly complimented her body type, which I achieved via the lines/structured seams of the gown.
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| So 1920s by BHLDN |
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| 1930s inspired deco gown by Yolan Cris |
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| Chiffon dream by Versace |
Then there are those architectural lines many designers are using as embellishment. Last month at bridal fashion week in NYC, I was dizzy with the revival of the art deco look in gowns! The art deco period emerged in the 1920s and spanned worldwide from fashion to skyscrapers until the late 1940s. I was elated to see the "Gatsby" look has returned for brides of today to enjoy. The glorious, linear symmetry which is classic art deco will be seen on bridal gowns in dramatic form like the photos above and in subtle ways as well. Not all brides will gravitate to such looks, but the trend will thread through even the most classic of gowns with symmetric beading and illusion (sheer), higher necklines. Sometimes even the fabric itself will have textured, linear looks that a designer may use like the stunning, lace illusion gown by Yolan Cris to the left. A beautiful choice by the way for a rehearsal, change out dress or just fantastic evening wear.
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If the a bride doesn't gravitate toward this retro glam look, another way stylists create flattering lines is simply with accessories. Our world is covered in linear options..who knew! When you think about it, jewelry creates lines or should I dare say seams! The layered pearls create drama, dimensional interest and elongate the bodice all at once. I love the contrast of fabric texture in the gown with the luster of the pearls. Of course, I would be remiss to not include a fun, retro handbag one could include with any gown a bride chooses art deco or not. This clutch says on trend, fresh 2013 without diving into it fabric and all. Trends will come and go, which is why a bride should always choose a gown that she loves for her not for necessarily the latest trend. Let the stylist worry about trends and as she will know which ones to select for each unique, bride. Don't be surprised if you see lines covering you somewhere, because in some way subtle or not they will do their job well.
Then there are those architectural lines many designers are using as embellishment. Last month at bridal fashion week in NYC, I was dizzy with the revival of the art deco look in gowns! The art deco period emerged in the 1920s and spanned worldwide from fashion to skyscrapers until the late 1940s. I was elated to see the "Gatsby" look has returned for brides of today to enjoy. The glorious, linear symmetry which is classic art deco will be seen on bridal gowns in dramatic form like the photos above and in subtle ways as well. Not all brides will gravitate to such looks, but the trend will thread through even the most classic of gowns with symmetric beading and illusion (sheer), higher necklines. Sometimes even the fabric itself will have textured, linear looks that a designer may use like the stunning, lace illusion gown by Yolan Cris to the left. A beautiful choice by the way for a rehearsal, change out dress or just fantastic evening wear.
