2013 Wedding Dresses Trends: Red Wedding Dresses

By Adrian James Leighton

When you're a soon-to-be bride it's hard to see beyond white when it comes to the dress, but 2013 wedding dresses are taking all kinds of risks and becoming less traditional than ever!
We've already seen Hollywood stars marrying in pink, and that was pretty memorable, but there is a more striking color coming to the fore in 2013... red.

Who wears a red wedding dress?

• Asian Brides: Red seems like a very off-the-wall color for a wedding dress, because even ivory, or champagne is a step too far for many brides, but bear in mind that tens of millions of brides in Asia wear this color to get married in every year! You see, red is a very auspicious color, meant to bring good fortune to the new couple, so why not gather this sentiment for your own wedding?


• Christmas Brides: Despite the weather being poor (for Northern hemisphere brides at least), Christmas weddings remain enduringly popular; and which color is more 'Christmassy' than red? There are two options for you, either a white dress with red accents, or a red dress with a hint of white such as a nosegay. The only tip would be to go easy on the red and white to avoid looking like Mrs. Claus!


• Individual Brides: With style and fashion becoming very important to brides there's no reason why red dresses must be frowned upon these days. Choosing a very unique style like this isn't about one-upmanship, but on the other hand it's important for your wedding to stand out from the crowd. Given that we all attend so many weddings, see so many pictures, and find most of them instantly forgettable, wouldn't it be nice for yours to rise above all of the noise? Let's face it, the bride is the focal point of any wedding, so why not make the ultimate impression?

If you are considering wearing a red dress then our tip is for you to try to keep it a secret from your guests until you actually enter for the ceremony! If you are having a video made then it will perfectly capture their looks of surprise as they realise that you've been planning to surprise them with this bold gesture!

A final point is to consider your bridal lingerie. This would usually be white, but if you're a red bride then you can really treat your new man with a set of crimson lingerie which will not only drive him crazy, but also match the gown perfectly!

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2013 Wedding Dresses Trend: Feather Wedding Dresses

By Adrian James Leighton

Feathers are a relatively new trend that flew in about 2 years ago and are going to continue to be really popular in 2013 wedding dresses.

Most of us probably began to see feathered dresses coming home to roost in the spring of 2012 on the couture runways, but rather than being a soon-forgotten fad, they haven't yet reached their peak popularity; and are continuing to gain fans.

One area that we have started to see a lot of feathered dress cropping up in is bridal wear, so if you haven't seen wedding dresses including feathers already, keep looking because they're set to be a hot trend in 2013.

Why Feathers?
Let's get something straight from the get-go, feathery wedding dresses aren't for every bride! It takes some serious guts to go with this trend, but if done well they look amazing; like something from a fairytale!

Feathered skirts give the ultimate light-weight look, but with the volume of bigger, heavier dresses. The wearer simply glides in a way that other similar fabrics like tulle just can't offer due to their weight, as feathers trap air creating that sought-after volume.

There's also something very pure, graceful, and innocent about feathers, which is an image that every bride would like to portray! After all, no one ever saw a beautiful swan and thought it didn't look lovely!

Finally in terms of the image is the unique factor. Feathers are still a relatively new trend, so you will be guaranteed to look memorable and offer a wedding worth talking about for a very long time!

However the appeal goes deeper than simply the (admittedly amazing) look of the wedding dress! Feathers have deep symbolic meanings and symbolize different things. Feathers were used to communicate with God in ancient religions, and more recently Christians have used feathers to embody the virtues charity, hope, and faith.

But people these days also think that they embody the ideas of truth, speed, ascension, and innocence. All ideas that really add a strong hint of romance to your proceedings!

Where Else Can Brides Incorporate Feathers Into Their Outfit?
The beauty of feathers is that they are available in many different colours and sizes, therefore it's possible to find accessories such as hair clips, or even tiaras made from them.

Don't forget that there are also jewellery items like necklaces and earrings.

But if you want to go outside of your own appearance and feature them throughout your wedding theme then it's possible to incorporate feathers into your wedding bouquet, table centre-pieces, and even your wedding favours (because you could give away feather jewellery for example).

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2013 Wedding Dresses: Why Long Sleeves Are A Bride's Friend

By Adrian James Leighton

Today strapless wedding gowns are becoming the norm, and many brides sadly never consider other styles like long-sleeved gowns. Long sleeves burst back into the public's consciousness following the British Royal wedding, and they're becoming a strong trend in 2013 wedding dresses!

But what is it that makes sleeves so special, and why are they a bride's friend?

To answer these questions we need to look at the history of this style, and also the benefits that a bride can get by choosing sleeves.

Where did long-sleeved wedding dresses come from?

These dresses are steeped in history, and in fact long sleeves were the original wedding style. Hundreds of years ago in the Middle ages, brides would be married in a plain, closed necked, long-sleeved gown which was, above all, very modest.

So by choosing this style you're rolling back the years and adding a very classical, romantic element to proceeds.

Why are long sleeves good for brides?

There are several reasons why a wedding dress with long sleeves is perfect for certain brides, but it all depends on each bride's taste and body shape.

1. Long sleeves draw an onlooker's attention upwards away from your lower body, so they're great if you have some concerns about your hips or thighs.
2. Of course sleeves will cover arms, so brides with bigger arms may also like the flattering coverage that they give.
3. Square shoulders can sometimes look a little masculine, and you'll find that sleeves give the wearer a softer, more feminine profile.
4. If you're having an outdoor wedding during the colder months, then sleeves will be a practical choice, as they help to fend off the cold.

Do sleeves have different styles?

There are basically two styles of sleeves that you may like. Either opaque, or sheer.

Although modern brides are typically a lot less modest than their counterparts from the Middle ages, however some may prefer a more modest look. For instance, LDS brides would benefit from a modest style. So in this case you should consider opaque sleeves made from the same material as your dress.

The other option is to choose sheer sleeves, which are both modern and pretty! Think of the Royal wedding if you need an image in your mind's eye. These are often decorated with lace flowers or similar and offer a really dreamy look.

Are there any brides who shouldn't choose long sleeves?

Petite brides are in danger of looking out of proportion, as the bigger the dress, the more chance there is of the bride being swamped. Sleeves will add to the overall 'bulk' of the dress, therefore a sleeveless or strapless style may be better.

Brides with very toned arms who want to show them and their shoulders off will also want to steer clear of covering their arms!

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