In this article, we will explore these challenges and provide practical solutions to help you overcome them. Here's a short overview to give you a quick overview - just jump to the end of the article to find out how to solve them all at once - right here - right now - today!
One of the most common issues brides face is the visibility of panty lines through their wedding dress. To avoid this problem, opt for underwear with seamless edges or consider wearing a thong or no-show panties. These options ensure a smooth silhouette and prevent any unsightly lines from showing.
Ensuring that the color of your underwear matches your wedding dress is crucial - more precisely actually the underwear should match the skin tone. Mismatched colors can detract from the overall appearance of your gown. Choose undergarments that closely match the color of your skin. Nude or skin-tone underwear is often a safe choice as it blends well with most skin tones and because of this magically disappears.
On your wedding day, you want to feel comfortable and at ease. Ill-fitting undergarments can cause discomfort, irritation, or restrict movement. Take the time to try on different styles and sizes to find the right fit for your body shape. Consider your comfort as a priority and select underwear made from breathable and soft materials.
Some wedding dresses may require additional support or shaping. Depending on the style of your gown, you may prefer a bra or corset with extra support, or padded and push-up options for desired cleavage. Ensure your chosen undergarments provide the necessary support and enhance your desired shape.
The fabric of your wedding underwear plays a significant role in your comfort throughout the day. Opt for breathable and moisture-wicking materials to help you stay cool and comfortable, especially if you're getting married in a warm climate or during the summer months. Avoid fabrics that can cause itching, irritation, or excessive sweating.
Certain wedding dress designs may require specific adjustments to accommodate undergarments. For example, if you have a low back or backless dress, you may need a backless bra or adhesive cups. Ensure your chosen undergarments can be adjusted to suit the requirements of your dress.
The Backless Front Closure Bra
Selecting the right wedding underwear is crucial for a seamless and comfortable bridal experience. By addressing common issues such as visible panty lines, color mismatch, comfort and fit, support and shape, fabric choice, and adjustability, you can overcome these challenges and ensure that your wedding day is stress-free and enjoyable. With the right choice of wedding underwear, you'll feel confident and beautiful as you walk down the aisle.
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Don't get hung up on whether or not your bridal underwear is "beautiful" if you're going to be wearing something slinky, because it's highly unlikely that it will be. Functionality is of the utmost importance, and it should be a neutral color that complements your skin tone. Even on fair skin, ivory can create a strobe-light appearance that reveals the underlying shape of bias-cut garments. In many cases, a dress will cling to the body so closely that the only item that will work is an all-in-one Spanx starting from directly underneath the breasts. This kit is neither attractive nor seductive in any way, yet it does its job. If necessary, you can switch into something that flatters your figure more for the wedding night festivities.
A bow made of satin will always be visible. One of the brides whose dress I designed found a pair of underwear made of fine lace that matched her skin tone. She was under the impression that the underpants were invisible until the groom pointed out the satin bow at the top, which was visible through her dress.
Try a backless bra with sticky wings if you're going backless. One option is the Fashions Forms Go Bare Backless Strapless Bra, which comes in black. They are effective, but you should try them out first. One bride discovered a wonderful strapless bra, but it did not have nearly enough stickiness. As a precaution, she covered every millimeter of the inside of the cups with tit tape, which is double-sided tape designed for the body. The tale isn't all that spectacular, but it does have a happy ending: the bra adhered to her flesh so tenaciously that it took two bridesmaids to pry it off of her when she was testing it, but it did its job on the big day.
It is simple to make adjustments to your bra or to stitch it into your dress if you believe that it will not stay up on its own or if you desire that the back of your bra was just a little bit lower. One of the brides whose wedding dress I made used a shapewear slip, fastened it to a bra using stick-on tabs at the side, and then had the back of the bra reduced. After that, she fastened white bra straps that were exceptionally lengthy to the top. It's true that taking off all of my clothes afterward was a bit of a challenge.
Be careful to buy knickers in the appropriate size, even if this may seem like a simple point to make. Don't be so precious about it; getting a size larger than you normally would could perhaps aid prevent ballooning. But you should also be careful not to go too huge, as I know of a woman who managed to get her pants caught on something when she was walking down the aisle. (It's important to note that sharp-eyed bridesmaids are a need.)
This requires you to try on your underwear at the same time as your dress fittings rather than rushing out to buy it after the fact. It also requires you to stand near the window during your dress fittings in order to get natural sunshine and identify any lines. You should also snap images of oneself from a variety of different angles to ensure that the illusion will not be destroyed by flash photography.
If you need support but can't locate anything that doesn't leave a line behind, you may always find a pair of seamless shapewear tights and cut off the feet and part of the legs. This will provide you the support you need without leaving a line behind. If you don't need to wear underwear for support, then there's no use in bothering to wear any; this is one technique to prevent lines from appearing. If this is the case, you should definitely get ready for any kind of weather, particularly if you are not wearing a bra. Even in the summer, evenings might be cool, and there is no reason to expose the bride to such a large degree.
Having a first contact person on your wedding day
Ever heard of the first-point-of-contact person in a wedding? These are extremely important people in any given wedding and you cannot afford to go without one on your big day lest you want confusion to mar your beautiful day. You can choose any of your most trusted family member, friend or someone who was in your wedding planning committee, that’s if you’d one. A first-contact person will save you the problem of dealing with people like vendors and allow you to concentrate on main business of the day.
This is one of the things that plagues many weddings from time and again. People tend to forget that their guests will also need to go back after the wedding reception. Many a times, guests are left stranded not knowing what to do especially if they were transported to the wedding reception venue. As a good gesture to your guests, at least be sure to have someone responsible of transport, one who will not leave the reception venue until all guests are comfortably taken back or where the after party will be. Don’t overlook this essential part of wedding planning - pick a competent transport manager, one who will not disappoint you at the end of the day.
Did you know that, in most cases, guests end up showing more than invited in weddings? Picture a scenario in your wedding where you’d invited, let’s say, three hundred people but three hundred and fifty people shows up and you’d ordered for three hundred seats only. How would you handle that? Will the extra guests have to stand or leave? That’s why it is absolutely essential to make sure that you’ve some extra seats.
Here, you need to know who will take care of what in terms of the budget. Don’t assume things. In the likely event that someone has offered to step in and help here and there, make sure that you include it in your budget once the pledge has been honoured. Don’t bank on something that is not already at your hands. Again, you will, as a couple, need to come out clear on who’s funding your budget. That way, you will avoid any grey areas of who will pay for what.
It is absolutely understandable that you might want to do some things yourself instead of hiring service providers because that will, certainly, add to your wedding costs in these harsh times of this COVID-19 pandemic. But if that is the route that you want to take, we advise that you try it out way before your wedding day and you’ll save yourself any sort of embarrassment in the event that things don’t work out as you’d thought they would.
Remember that there is life after your wedding! No doubt that the wedding day, probably, is your biggest day as you get to turn another page in your life but that doesn’t warrant you to pour everything that you have into it. You will still need to pay your bills and life will go on even after you’ve walked down that aisle. Actually, many wedding experts agree that one should work with what they can afford. Don’t overstrain yourself to extents of, for instance, take loans to finance your wedding. It is not a good idea.
There you’ve it! It is not rocket science. These are some of the most essential wedding planning tips that one, or many people, will not tell you.
If you’re the daring type of girl and want to show of some skin on your wedding then you, definitely, need to try out the tea-length wedding dress. Its not only amazing but also, absolutely, trendy and fashionable!
This is one of those wedding dresses that rocked in years ago but have come back in a big way and are rocking the market of trendy wedding dresses. They were very popular in 1940s to 1950s and they’re agreeably among the top go-to-trends when you think of fashionable wedding dresses.
Are you ready to try out something out of the traditional? Well, all you need is the less-formal wedding dress which is popular among couples that are looking forward to having sort of ‘microweddings’ – weddings that have less than 50 people attending.
Such an occasional would, ideally, call one to using a bit casual wedding dress but a trendy one of course! The good thing about this trendy wedding dresses is that they’re easily available and will not cost you a leg and an arm, no.
Are you wondering what this type of wedding gown looks like? Don’t worry, they’re simple but trendy, the more reason why they’ve made it to the list of 2021 wedding dress trends and ones that are also expected to do well even in 2022. The Cottagecore-inspired wedding dresses first boomed in the year 2020 and have still remained relevant and loved to date.
The Cottagecore-inspired wedding dresses kind of glorify agricultural and pastoral lifestyle. They include old-fashioned patterns, cotton fabrics and those that are loose-fitting. Some wedding dresses designers are now opting to throw in some aesthetics here and there making this type of wedding dress even more attractive.
Bridal pantsuits and jumpsuits are available in a variety of colours, and you’ll definitely find your favourite one. You can choose the all-white one, or creamy one to mentioned a few. These types of trendy wedding dresses have been around for quite some time and have refused to fade away. Hence the reason they are expected to still be among the 2022 trending wedding dresses.
Wedding pantsuits and jumpsuits are a perfect pick in case you want to run away from the traditional wedding gowns.
A lot of bridal-dress designers are nowadays turning to doing a mix of old-fashioned trends or elements of wedding gowns with the more modern ways of styles. A perfect example are the wedding gowns with square necklines and oversized puffy sleeves. In most cases the bodice is made fitting. This makes the wedding gown quite nostalgic and unique.
A slip wedding dress is what you, undoubtedly, all need in the event that you want to look sexy on your big day as you make that big vow of ‘yes I do’. The current trend of this type of wedding dress is basically sort of a progression of its success in the previous year in the market of wedding gowns.
In most cases, the slip wedding gowns come with laces or embellished details around the hem or neckline. They are also made of different lengths depending one’s taste, a short one of one sweeping the floor.
There you go! You’ve your list of 2021 wedding dresses trends and ones that will still rock this market come the year 2022.
Wear No White
First, avoid white. Despite my wish, this isn't a clear rule. I recently attended a wedding where a woman wore a white jumpsuit.
Debbie, wear the jumpsuit next weekend. Not tonight.
Also, don't bring creams and ivory. White and off-white are no-nos. Respect. The bride has waited a year or more. Don't interrupt her.
Men should avoid black outfits. Men shouldn't wear black to weddings, even though it's not as awful as a lady wearing white. If not, his groomsmen probably are.
Check the bridesmaids' attire
This following guideline isn't a necessary, but I fear being mistaken for a bridesmaid. I always check the bridesmaids' dresses. When the wedding party includes a mix of hues, blush is OK, but if all the bridesmaids are wearing it, avoid it.
If you're someone's wedding date or don't know the bride and groom well, this rule isn't necessary. If you didn't make the bridal party, this is a must.
Avoid awkward conversations about not being a bridesmaid.
Dress when unsure
After colors, let's talk style. Dresses are safer. Always a dress or skirt for weddings. Once you wear pants, your outfit needs extra thought.
If you're a woman who wants to wear pants, dress up. I'd wear a formal jumpsuit or pantsuit. Not your pants.
Denim-free
NO JEANS: Wearing pants is fine, but not jeans. Respect again. Jeans, tears, or rips show you didn't bother to dress up.
Always overdress rather than underdress. Particularly for weddings.
Classy!
If you wear a dress, be classy. There are so many lovely, provocative dresses out there, but reserve them for a night out and not your coworker's wedding.
Even if the bride is young, many guests will be older. Weddings are about the couple and their families. Sorry, Fashion Nova bodycon dress.
For the family's sake, be modest. Family pays for most weddings. Dress like a visitor.
Comfort
My last two tips help you last all night. Wear comfy shoes first. Wear your most comfortable heels or stylish flats. Don't spend the night on your feet.
Bring a tiny purse, too. Carrying a large pocketbook while dancing and celebrating would be annoying. Be portable. It's worth it.
This should help you choose a wedding outfit. There are Dos and Don'ts regarding wedding attire, but never lose your style. Don't be scared to dress with personality.
Tag me on Instagram in your wedding attire! I want to see your work!
Check out the links below for wedding outfits I've worn.
❤ Happy Wedding!
]]>You want to look – and feel – like your best self. That’s where wedding shapewear comes in. While your wedding underwear might not be top of your shopping list, it plays an important role in how your dress will look on. The right wedding underwear will hug your figure, accentuate your curves, and give you an extra confidence boost.
We’re deep diving into the world of wedding shapewear, sharing everything you need to know about how to choose the right shapewear. We’ll even be sharing our top recommendations for wedding shapewear to help you look your best when you say, ‘I do’.
Are you ready to start shopping for your wedding shapewear? We have 5 top recommendations for wedding underwear that are an instant ‘add to basket’ purchase. You want to consider your wedding dress silhouette and body type when choosing which of these shapewear sets is right for you.
Our ‘Shaper Corset’ is the perfect choice for a form-fitting wedding dress as it helps smooth your curves and pulls in your stomach. This wedding underwear is ideal for dresses that don’t come with a built-in corset. It gives you the figure-hugging curves of a corset without any discomfort, all while helping to remove any visible underwear lines.
Are you wearing a tight-fitting bodycon dress that draws attention to your stomach? Meet our secret weapon for every bride. Our ‘Shaper’ underwear gives you a belly-flattening and butt-lifting effect with its innovative anti-curling bone structure that gives you supermodel-worthy curves.
If your wedding dress fits tighter on your upper body, you want to choose wedding underwear that isn’t going to constrict your movement. Our ‘Bodysuit’ underwear is an ideal choice as it improves the overall shape of your silhouette. As it has a seamless finish, this wedding shapewear sits like a second skin.
This wedding underwear gives you a push-up effect while flattening your tummy and improving your back posture. It even gives you the illusion of a butt lift.
Does your wedding dress call for an hourglass silhouette? If you’re wearing a mermaid dress or want to create the illusion of a shapelier silhouette, our ‘Padded Shaper’ is a gamechanger. Once you slip this underwear on, you’ll instantly have rounder hips and a lifted butt. It also helps pull in your stomach and smooth your overall silhouette for a seamless look.
One of the most popular types of wedding underwear is a corset. It’s a perfect choice if you’re wearing a strapless figure-hugging wedding dress and want to accentuate your waist. Our bridal corset has an innovative curved 4-d design that gives you an hourglass figure thanks to its bone-structure silhouette.
Are you on the hunt for the ultimate bridal shapewear for your big day? What are you looking for in your wedding underwear? Tell us all your thoughts on social media.
When brides are shopping for their wedding underwear, one thing they often overlook is the fabric. It’s best to approach your shopping by thinking about what you want your shapewear to do. If you’re looking for it to help sculpt your figure, shop around for textured fabrics that add structure to your shape and silhouette. If you need extra support, shapewear with a built-in corset might be your best option.
You also want to consider the material of your wedding dress. If you’ve chosen a lightweight fabric, such as silk, you’ll want to pay extra attention to the shapewear that you’ve chosen. Silk is notorious for giving you a visible underwear line, so you’ll want shapewear that will smooth your silhouette and hug your curves.
Almost every wedding dress will need shapewear underneath to give you the smoothest silhouette. If you’re wearing a backless or low-cut wedding dress, you’ll want to pay extra attention to your shapewear to ensure you get a seamless look. The most popular fabrics for wedding underwear include spandex and nylon as they’ll hug your curves, sculpt your silhouette, and remove any visible lines.
Underwear has the power to make or break your wedding dress. The last thing you want is your bra straps peeking out or a ‘skin tone’ colour bra playing hide and seek through your dress fabric. Your wedding day is also a time when you don’t want to be constantly adjusting your underwear or feeling uncomfortable.
Some brides choose to have their wedding underwear sewn into their dress for the most seamless look, but wedding shapewear doesn’t have to be.
What you wear under your dress is just as important as the dress itself. You want to take the time to find the right wedding shapewear that will help you look your best on your big day.
Some brides choose to some shapewear along to wear while trying on dresses. It can help you visualise what your dress will look like on the day, but you can always buy your wedding underwear closer to the day. It’s often best to buy several different styles of wedding underwear and go through some trial and error to find the right one for your dress and body type.
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It's not a secret - the key to the perfect fit of your gown is the perfect match underneath. You can just wear that strapless bra you already have hanging around - but think again. Add more confidence to your wedding style knowing everything looks amazing all day long - and even on your after-wedding-party!
There are five main aspects to think about:
Do you have a backless dress?
Gorgeous open backs are one of the hottest wedding dress trends right now. If you plan on wearing one of these plunging styles, a regular bra is out of the question. When it comes to a backless gown, your best bet is a bra that has adhesive cups and is practically invisible. Another option is a backless body like The Bridal Bra Body with a crotch closure and adjustable in many ways to make it match your wedding gown perfectly.
You can find The Bridal Bra Body here and all our backless bras here.
Do you have a dress with a low neckline?
With a plunging neckline or an open back, you might have peekaboo–bra problems. For extra sculpting power, try a the adhesive Bunny Ears, to fit even the most daring look.
A great combination are The Bunny Ears with The Bridal Bra Corset or Shaper.
You can find all our adhesive bras here.
Do you have a body-hugging dress?
Body-hugging silhouettes will highlight all your best features, but to hide any trouble areas, you're going to need to bust out the shapewear. Choose a pair that is snug enough to keep any wobbly bits in place, but won't show through the fabric of your dress or create other issues like muffin top!
Our shapewear works amazing with The Bridal Bra Backless Front Closure Bra.
You can find all our shapewear here.
Do you have a dress for a sexy decollete?
Your girls should stay in place perfectly, save and sexy all day long. A balconette or bandeau bra does a perfect job when it comes to a sexy decollete. They provide an extra push and forms perfect curves. Especially when you have bigger boobs, the balconette bra provides an extra hold and keeps everything save.
An alternative solution are The Bridal Bra Wings. They are adhesive and you can pull the band between the cups to create just as much push as you like. They are really a secret weapon when it comes to a sexy decollete.
You can find all our balconette and bandeau bras here. You can find The Bridal Bra Wings here.
What dress are you wearing for your after-wedding party?
It's your night! Feel more confidence at your after-wedding-party, knowing your decollete looks as gorgeous as possible and everything stays in place perfectly all night long!
Maybe you have a second dress for the night, then The Bridal Party Bra is a great adhesive and backless bra, especially when it comes to dancing. However gorgeous your dress is, this bra makes you feel free. You don't have to worry about anything while dancing and you might even forget you're wearing something underneath at all. Another option is The Bridal Bra Body, backless and with a very low neckline.
You can find The Bridal Party Bra here and The Bridal Bra Body here.
For more tips on finding the perfect undergarments for your dress, read up on our “Under Your Gown Essentials" here!
]]>"Selecting a wedding dress is more than just a fitting .. it's a process, a memory in the making." Olivelli Cape Jown
Wedding dresses light as air took over the runways several years ago. Airy fabrics like organza and tulle are creating an amazing ethereal style.
Perfect for hitting the dance floor without fear about tripping over your gown. That's what we call a bridals it piece.
The perfect match for an airy dress: The Bridal Bra Body
A dress from a fairy tale like Cinderella is what a ball gown wedding dress is like. Ball gowns wedding dresses usually have fuller skirts. It looks best with a fitted bodice, whether plain or beaded. The skirt of this silhouette starts at the natural waist. Ball gown wedding dresses can also feature a train of any length.
The perfect match for a ball gown wedding dress: The Bridal Bra Fine Balconette
In 2011, Kate Middleton walked down the aisle of Westminster Abbey in a stunning lace Alexander McQueen dress designed by Sarah Burton; instantly, the world was smitten. Lace sleeves took the bridal industry by storm and soon lace embellishments and sleeves were the norm for wedding dresses.
The perfect match for a minimalist gown: The Bridal Bra
If you’re a dancer or simply love the beauty of ballet, transfer your love into your wedding day style? Ballet is all about the body and the atmosphere – toned backs, elegant figures, and lively movements, all combined in a dreamy, utterly romantic space and time. Sweet feminine bodice, dreamy airy skirt, and soft delicate materials are some of the features you’ll find in ballerina-inspired gowns.
The perfect match for a ballerina inspired wedding gown: The Bridal Bra Backless Front Closure
The style of a corset style gown is so fabulously versatile. A corset bodice can be seamlessly put into the style of any wedding dress. No matter what your silhouette is, whether you want a corset ball gown wedding dress, a sleek corset wedding dress, or any style in between.
The best thing about a corset bodice bridal gown, is the fact that this style looks great on just about everybody! A corset wedding dress looks good on everybody!
The perfect match for a corset style dress: The Bridal Bra Corset
The jewel style is is the ultimate choice for a classy and elegant bridesmaid look. With it’s high neckline it provides the most amount of coverage. In this example it is backless, which makes it a bit tricky to wear with a regular bra.
The Bridal Bra Bunny Ears make it perfect for the fun-loving, partying bridesmaid - you will be able to dance the night away all night without worrying about any dress malfunctions!
The perfect match for a backless bridesmaid dress: The Bridal Bra Bunny Ears
Add more confidence to your wedding look, knowing your wedding style looks as gorgeous as possible and everything stays in place perfectly all day long! The Bridal Bra Team is proud when a bride chooses one of our items.
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Before you go falling in love with a dreamy designer gown with a hefty price tag, set yourself a budget. Buying a wedding dress doesn’t come down to just that either. Take into consideration alterations, your undergarments, and any accessories you may want to add on. Having an inclusive budget will help you narrow down your search and prevent you from potential heartbreak.
If you can, it’s ideal to start at least 9-12 months ahead. Wedding dresses can take months to be made, not including any alterations which also take time. Especially if you’re wanting a custom gown or big changes to be made, start as early as you can. This will help ease potential stress knowing you have plenty of time.
Of course, if you’re in a pinch or planning in a short timeline a sample sale will be your best friend. That is where dress shops will sell sample sizes right off the rack at a discounted price.
As simple as this sounds, this can be a major game-changer. You want to go into your salon appointments feeling your very best. Being well-rested, nourished and hydrated will help keep you physically prepared for trying on lots of potentially tight, heavy wedding dresses with plenty of energy.
Coming into your bridal appointment it’s important that you feel confident with how you look. As you try on gorgeous dresses you don’t want to be distracted by how your hair looks wild or how you just don’t “feel” pretty. Do yourself a favor and give yourself a confidence boost beforehand by taking more time than normal on your beauty routine. You won’t regret it.
This is absolutely essential! That neon pair of panties, flip-flops and your old bra just won’t cut it with a designer gown. Plan on bringing the same height shoes you’re planning on wearing the day of your wedding. It will give you a more accurate feel of how the dress will truly look on you.
The same goes for your underwear. You don’t want distracting bra straps showing every time you try on a dress and going braless isn’t always a good option. It’s time to invest in a proper set of neutral undergarments that make you feel as amazing and beautiful as you are.
We recommend the Bridal Bra as the perfect base set for trying on dresses. It goes with a variety of styles and will offer you all the support you need. Once you have found your dream dress, make sure to come back to find the perfect fit for your specific dress. Our unique line of undergarments are made especially for wedding dresses so you can look and feel like the stunning bride you deserve to!
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A bridal shower, being an event where family and close friends meet before your big day, must be accorded all the attention that it deserves lest you stand to disappoint yourself big time. Shall we go through your planning checklist? Here we go!
A theme will determine many things in your bridal shower, the more reason why many people argue that choosing your perfect theme should always come first in your planning process. The theme does a long way in helping even the invited guests know what to wear, the decor that will be done on the location of the party among many other things. Start by going through the lots of bridal shower themes that are readily available at a click of a button either on your phone or computer then narrow down to a few and finally settle for what your heart really wants. You can always customize the theme to your own liking. It is not cast on stone!
A good bridal shower should ideally start being planned some two to three months before the D-day. It also shouldn’t be too far from the wedding itself. Therefore, with that in mind settle for a day and date that is most appropriate first to you, as the bride-to-be, then to at least a majority of those invited. You should also really consider the time of the event. In the likely event that you are not the one planning your bridal shower, always keep in touch with those planning to make sure that the day and dated picked is what you would like. Let them work with your calendar, right?
A bridal shower is another event that can be really expensive, if not well planned and, therefore, be on top of things as far as setting of the budget goes. The budget will be informed by many factors such as the location, menu, and the number of guests invited to mention a few. But you really don’t have to make it expensive. Work with what you can afford and chop off what is not necessary. Once decided, stick to it!
You don’t have to invite the entire world to your bridal shower! Pick those close to you and the rest can wait for the wedding day which is, basically, the big day. Create a list of at least 40 to 60 people and let them be informed beforehand. That is arguably a good number for a bridal shower party.
A bridal shower is one of those few ‘two way’ parties. That is even as you expect to receive gifts and presents from your guests, you should also not let your guests leave empty handed. You should ideally buy them flowers or something to appreciate them.
A perfect choice for example are "Getting Ready Bridal Robes". You have something personal and you something gorgeous for your "Getting Ready Morning Ritual", imagine those pictures and how positively emotional it will be for "The Team Bride"!
A good location should not only be easily accessible but also one that will set the mood for the wedding! But you really don’t have to break your back if you cannot afford a fancy hotel. You can alternatively have your bridal shower at a nearby restaurant or even at your home. Just make sure your guests will be comfortable and there is ample parking for them. When picking the location, work with the assumption that all the invited guests will attend.
You might need expert’s input or advice on this. Let them guide you but with the budget in mind. It is that direct.
Have the invitation cards designed nicely keeping in mind the theme of your bridal shower. Once designed, dispatch the invitation cards to all guests in your list.
The situation right now is fluid and will, arguably, remain to be so throughout the remaining bit of this year 2020. Therefore, your wedding planning will be pegged some other external factors that you may really not have control over. These include the containment measures that the various governments are putting together to curb the spread of this novel virus. The measures may affect the guest count, wedding and location and travels as well to mention a few.
Wedding planning experts agree that the wedding industry has largely been disrupted by the coronavirus crisis.
However, they still are in agreement that the crisis should not bar you from celebrating your big day whether allowed to do it in a small scale or large scale as you’d dreamt of.
In order understand the situation and be better placed in terms of making well-informed decisions, you will need to closely follow what is happening around you, maintain constant engagement with your guests as well as vendors and maintain an open mind in case of any restrictions that might throw you back to the drawing board.
Once you’ve understood the situation around your suggested wedding date in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, you will certainly need to make that decision – whether to carry on with your wedding preparations or postpone to a later date. Whatever decision you will, in consultation with your partner, arrive at, you will need to keep all those involved in the loop. Keep them on the know.
There are many factors that you will need to consider when making up your minds. For instance, had you signed any contracts with the vendors? If yes, you will need to have a honest and transparent discussion with them before arriving at the final decision. Understand, for instance, what it will mean to cancel the contracts and, generally, the cancellation policies.
Experts advice that if you’ve really come to that stretch of having to call off your wedding until a later date, then you will have to consult with your suppliers and make the cancellation at least two to three months before. Don’t wake up and just postpone the vent. That might see you running into problems that may end up costing you a big time.
In the event that you decide to continue with your wedding preparations, then you’ll not have any other option other than making sure the safety of everybody who’ll attend, whether vendors or guests, is absolutely guaranteed.
Consider whether the venue you had chosen, or hotel for that matter, can accommodate the number of people you’ve invited. Seek out to know the kind and amount of adjustments that you might need to make in order not to compromise the safety of all those present. Consider the amount of extra fee that you might need to incur in the event that you want to maintain the previous number of guests in the wake of social distancing due to the coronavirus crisis.
On the flipside, you can identify the negotiables and see how you may not run into unexpected or unbudgeted costs. For example, you can decide whether to have a ballroom wedding of around 300 guests, as earlier planned, or scaling it down to a garden wedding with 100 guests.
On matters safety of all, stick to the defined COVID-19 safety precautions such as everyone being in a mask, having thermo scans, hand washing and sanitizing points and you’ll minimise any chances of someone contracting or spreading the highly contagious coronavirus in your wedding. It is obvious that the last thing you would want is people falling sick out of attending your wedding celebration. This will give your guests confidence of attending your wedding. Basically, pay attention to what health experts are saying.
If you choose to carry on with your wedding preparations, then one important thing that you will to adjust is your expectations. For instance, expect the guest count to drop either due to travel restrictions, maybe, or some electing not to travel due to the fear of the pandemic. You might also need to be ready in the unlikely events that you will not do what you would really wanted to do in a normal situation.
Don’t strain yourself too much. Agree that we’re currently going through difficult times. For instance, understand that in the event that you placed flower orders from too far, they might not get to you as fresh as you would have wished due to travel issues currently being experienced in various places. In such cases, it is essential to have back up plans.
Did you know that you also source locally to avoid many hiccups during your bog day? You heard it right. Buy what is locally available instead of shipping something.
Health experts have been encouraged people to practice extra hygiene like avoiding shaking hands as much as possible, washing of hands and sanitizing regularly, avoiding pressing elevator buttons, avoiding touching or rubbing your faces and touching door knobs.
This is a great idea particularly for those elderly guests who would want to attend your wedding but cannot due to COVID-19. Here, you only need to stream your wedding proceedings and those at home will be following. There are some countries and states have recognized zoom weddings as legal and binding.
Lastly, you, certainly, agree that tough times calls for tough choices and, therefore, make adjustments here and there and you will, still, celebrate your corona wedding just as you could have done in any normal circumstances.
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Here is our guide on what you need to know and do if you’re looking ahead to have your wedding on a winter season.
Winter season varies a lot. In some parts, it might be so cold to an extent that you will need to either put on or carry an extra coat or something warm. In some places, the season is basically typical to experience freezing temperatures. In other parts, it might be that cold. Therefore, it is always great to understand how the winter season of your chosen wedding location behaves.
In most winter weddings, people are advised to wear long sleeves to help them keep warm. There are lots of long sleeves wedding gowns, for example, that a bride can pick from and still rock! From hi-collared gowns to illusion sleeves, there is always one that will catch your eyes. Just shop around and you’ll, beyond any reasonable doubt, get what your heart will love.
Rock a classy coat against that snowy background and you will, definitely, love it! You can equally get a modern or even custom-made sweater to put that frigid temperatures at bay. When selecting proper dress code for your wedding, keep in mind the function’s theme and fashion.
The wedding venue, usually, determines many other factors. As a result, it absolutely important to carefully select the place where you will walk the love of your love down the aisle. One thing that will guide your venue is your wedding theme. Also, settle for a place that will not expose your guests to the winter cold. Instead, pick a venue that will shelter them from that cold. If well selected, a venue will add to your magical winter wedding. Think of enchanting backdrops. Think of other venue aesthetics that will give you the look that is in your mind of your big day.
Doing bold lips, for the brides and ladies in general, is counted as one of the advantages of having a winter wedding. It, basically, provides a perfect opportunity to do bold lips! Try a lipstick that is vampy red and thank us later.
But that said and done, it is unanimously agreed that the bride and maids should try their make ups at least a day before the material day to avoid any hiccups of unmatching makeups.
Quite a number of people don’t, really, pay required attention to the kind of accessories that they use on their weddings. That can be such an undoing. Just like when choosing your dresses, which form part of the main attraction during weddings, also carefully choose your accessories. They work well in amplifying your look. Get that classy faux fur and see what will happen to your look!
A winter wedding is not just a wedding like any other. It does provide you a great opportunity to play around with many things that would be considered tradition as far as weddings go. That includes the kind of material that you will choose for your clothes. With a winter wedding, you don’t have to go for a black tuxedo or suit, for instance. Try different fabrics, patterns or colour swatches. You can, for instance, pair velvet pants with tweed blazers for men.
In the event that you’re considering an all-white wedding, something which has refused to go out of fashion, you can have white blooms but in various textures. You can also consider the white garden flowers.
Don’t forget to get the lighting right! Whether outdoor or indoor, there is not doubt that proper lighting adds a lot of aesthetics, particularly, in an evening winter wedding. This is a scene you cannot afford to forgo. You can choose to have your twinkling lights dangle down from, either, the ceiling or somewhere above like a canopy or something.
When considering the twinkling light colours, its also a great idea to keep in mind the colour of your chair and table clothing.
Apart from the swanky entrance that you are planning, you wouldn’t want to miss out on the amazing scene of a candle-lit walkway and aisle ahead of you.
Never forget to create a fireplace in your winter wedding especially if you’re looking forward to staying a bit late into the night for an after party. Decorate the fireplace as well. Don’t have it bare.
There you go! Follow these tips and your winter wedding will be a great one that you want to remember forever! Also, ice that with a nice and fitting escape, whether horse-drawn carriages or gondola ride, you will, certainly, love it!
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As for the card itself, wedding cards don’t have to just be traditional greeting cards anymore. Now they can be gift tags attached to your present, handmade cards and even digital cards or notes that are printed and shipped to the couple with their gift. Of course, traditional cards are still just as wonderful as ever too. Couples today consider all of these as wedding cards, so don’t feel pressured to give them more than one.
First off, we all know weddings have a ton of etiquette involved. Thankfully, when it comes to wedding cards there are no strict rules! As long as you send it in a timely manner and it’s sincere you can’t go wrong! We’re here to help you come up with the perfect way to congratulate the newlyweds!
As for the card itself, wedding cards don’t have to just be traditional greeting cards anymore. Now they can be gift tags attached to your present, handmade cards and even digital cards or notes that are printed and shipped to the couple with their gift. Of course, traditional cards are still just as wonderful as ever too. Couples today consider all of these as wedding cards, so don’t feel pressured to give them more than one.
How well you know the couple will help determine what and how much you write. If you’re really close to the newlyweds, your message can be deeper and more personal. On the other hand, acquaintances, family friends and extended/distant family should opt for a quick congratulations instead.
If you are not able to attend the wedding, don’t feel like you have to explain your absence. Instead, take that time to share that you wish you could be there to celebrate them. Be sure to say “thank you” for the invitation even if you aren’t able to attend.
If the couple is especially religious, a spiritual verse or scripture can be an incredibly thoughtful and easy gesture. However, it probably wouldn’t be best to include religious wording if the couple is of a different faith or if you know nothing about their beliefs.
“Congratulations to the best couple I know!”
“Congrats, [Alex and Dylan]! Nothing makes me happier than seeing two incredible people like you start your lives together. Love and best wishes always!”
“It makes us so happy to see the two of you so happy. Congratulations!”
“Here’s to endless sleepovers with your best friend.”
“Be happy, be thankful, and love each other well!”
“This calls for a celebration! (And lots of champagne!)”
“Congratulations on your big day and best wishes for an incredible life together!”
“Here’s to soaking in every amazing moment today and to a lifetime of love!”
“If ever two people deserved a special and joyful wedding day, it’s the two of you.”
"Congratulations on your marriage, and welcome to the family!"
"We/I couldn't be more thankful to call you both family. Best wishes for a long and happy life together."
“Congratulations and welcome to the family! Here’s to the start of something amazing.”
"We're/I'm so happy [Mike] has found 'the one.' Welcome to the family!"
"What an amazing day for our family, and especially you two. May the love and happiness you feel today last a lifetime."
“I/We wish you all the best as you begin your lives together.”
"What a perfect addition to our family. We're/I'm so thankful to get to celebrate you both. Congratulations!"
“Congratulations on getting hitched, [Emily and David]! It means so much to be a part of your wedding day!”
“We’re thrilled to be celebrating with you! Here’s to a lifetime of love!”
“Thanks for inviting me to your wedding. It’s an honor to share with you on such a special day. Best wishes for a lifelong marriage filled with laughter and love.”
“Seeing the two of you together makes my heart happy. Thanks for letting me be here with you.”
"We love you both. Thanks for letting us share in your celebration!"
"I'm so thankful to call you both my friends. To the two most amazing people I know, congratulations!"
“Here’s to love, friendship, and lots of double-dates! Best wishes for an incredible marriage.”
"Of all the big events we've celebrated together, today is definitely my favorite. Congrats!"
"Thank you for inviting me to be a part of this special day with you and your family. Best wishes."
"Best wishes for a long and happy life together."
"May you bring each other as much joy and laughter as your friendship has brought to my life—and more!"
“Congratulations on your big day, [Sally and Evan}! Wish we could be there to celebrate you in person.”
“Thinking of you both with love on your wedding day.”
“Sorry I couldn’t be there to celebrate with you. But even though I’ll miss the dress, the flowers and the toasts, I would never miss the chance to wish you all the very best in life as you begin this amazing journey together!”
“I wish I could be at your wedding to give you both a hug and tell you how happy I am for you.”
“Our warmest wishes are with you as you celebrate your marriage.”
Wedding venue? Check.
Wedding reception and after party? Check.
Wedding dress? Check. Well, that is, certainly, the best place and point to be as a bride looking forward to walk down the aisle, right?
- having everything in place and ready way before the big day. But wait, there is something that you need to know – looking great on your wedding day is way more than just getting the most amazing wedding venue, the best of the best wedding gown, and flawless makeup and hair. You need to look good in that wedding dress. You, basically, need to look nothing short of your best.
It is agreed that it is absolutely good to feel your best on your wedding day and you should work towards that whether by eating really well months before your big day or drawing a workout plan that will work best for you. Once you draw your wedding workout plan, you must, ideally, stick to it in order to achieve the shape that you want. Working out before your wedding brings about the confidence that you need on your wedding day. No doubt about that.
The following is a practical wedding workout plan that we’ve put together for you. It is, definitely, something that you will enjoy doing. You’ll need to work out a few times in a week and follow that schedule for at least six months before your wedding day.
Studies show that many brides prefer wedding in a strapless wedding dress. If you’re of them then you will definitely take a lot of interest in this workout. Here, you’ll have to focus on toning your upper body and arms in specific. The strapless wedding dress workout has also been termed as being very effective in helping one get the right posture.
This is a simple abs workout plan. It mainly targets the oblique and core muscles. Contrary to what some people believe, this workout routine is only meant for those who want to rock a wedding dress that will show their abs, no. This specific wedding workout plan or exercise takes round 15 minutes and you will not need to go to the gym or have any equipment. If anything, you will only need a good floor and a carpet and you will be good to go!
Did you know that rocking a backless wedding gown is rated as among the sexiest ways to walk down the aisle? Well, you heard it right. Whether the wedding dress is fully open at the back or its somehow teasing, the fact remains that embarking on a workout routine that will help tone your upper body will inject some extra-confidence as you say “I do” to the love of your life.
There is no doubt that this workout plan that doesn’t require you to go to the gym will get your shoulder blades, lower back and arms ready for the big day. Wouldn’t you want that? You, definitely, do!
Are you thinking of getting that form-fitting wedding dress for your big day? Well, if yes, then know that it is about that time you started working out to get your booty into shape. Whether, fit-n-flare, mermaid, sheath or trumpet wedding gowns, know that you need some but workout coz all these wedding dresses put emphasis on your curves.
This workout plan, actually, involves effective and simple at-home exercises that will help to not only lift but also tone the glute muscles in your body.
Adhering to a high intensity interval training, commonly referred to as HIIT, has been praised as nothing but the highly effective way to push your whole body into shape as you prepare for your wedding.
This particular wedding workout plan pushes the muscles to their limits while giving yourself some 30 seconds intervals in order to achieve maximum results. Full body HIIT workout plan has been picked as the best way to getting your heart rate to its right place, something which will, in turn, go a long way in helping to burn some more calories.
]]>That’s our simple but very effective wedding workout plan for you. The good thing about these workout routines is the fact that you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home for a gym. Again, you will not need the equipment if you cannot afford them.
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Giving to charity work rests deeply in our heart as an organization and that is why we recently turned our focus to helping the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, one of the highest-rated US-based nonprofit organizations committed to achieving prevention and a cure for breast cancer, and their projects because they’re doing is something that we absolutely believe in and would want it achieved to save people around the world.
The funds that we use to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, commonly referred to as BCRF, are a part of proceeds from our sales that we’ve dedicated to our charity activities, as seen in our website.
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The Bridal Bra holds women close to our hearts and that, typically, explains our move to commit a % of sales from each bra towards supporting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation whose mission is to prevent and cure breast cancer by advancing the world’s most promising research. Through the BCRF grants, researchers are able to make discoveries and design new approaches to address all aspects of breast cancer in record time.
According to BCRF’s CEO, Myra J. Biblowit, the foundation’s main goal is “to accelerate the breakthroughs that will bring us closer to a cure to speed up the progress that will improve survivorship and quality of life for breast cancer patients today”. That’s a statement that we, at The Bridal Bra, fully echo and support. BCRF awards $40 million annual grants to 275 scientists from top universities and medical institutions around the world and this, basically, explains the need why well-wishers like us need to step in and help them hit this particular target.
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