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Finding the perfect look for your wedding day can mean walking a fine line. Many women like the idea of a dress that is a little sexy, but they are not sure how to pull off the look within the limits of good taste. It is a good idea to take into consideration the location, time, and guest list of your wedding before choosing your gown.
The location of your wedding will have a lot to do with determining what is appropriate. If you are having a destination wedding on a beach at sunset, you can get away with a fairly skimpy gown. The beach is the place to wear that bare halter top wedding dress or the chiffon gown with a plunging back. Of course, if you decide to wear a gown that reveals a lot of skin, be careful about your tan lines!
What would look great on a beach might not seem right for a formal church ceremony. The priest will not appreciate a bride with all of her goods on display during a Nuptial Mass! If you have decided on a ceremony in a house of worship, plan to tone down the sexiness of your bridal ensemble. Some brides opt for a more conventional bridal gown for the ceremony and then change to a slinkier number for the reception. To have some continuity between the two looks, you might choose to keep on your veil for a little while at the reception. Some brides will wear the same wedding jewelry with both dresses, but many will want to pick more daring or flashy jewelry to wear after the wedding ceremony.
Your guest list is another factor to keep in mind when deciding how sexy your bridal gown should be. If your plan is to elope to Vegas with just your best friend along as a witness, you could wear almost anything that you feel comfortable in. When the wedding will involve young children or grandparents, however, a little more modesty is in order. Grandmothers in particular are often very unhappy if she thinks the bride is dressed indecently. Be respectful of the elder generation when making your final gown decision.
The time of day can also influence your wedding gown. A more daring dress could be perfect for an evening affair; for a morning wedding, though, you should play it safe. Always keep in mind that famous line from Gone With the Wind: "You can't show your bosoms before four o'clock!". Words to live by.
So with all of that in mind, what are some good ways for a bride to look sexy but tasteful? A great way is to wear a bridal gown that has a low back with a higher neckline in the front. It is a nice surprise feature in a dress that appears conservative at first glance. A low back is also easy to conceal with a shrug for a religious ceremony. Open necklines are another option, within reason. Some cleavage is okay, but too much is trashy. As a guideline, if you find people looking at your chest instead of your face, the neckline is too low!
The key is to have balance in the total finished look. So if you choose a plunging neckline, you should wear your hair in a polished and classic style, such as a chignon. Or you might choose to wear a smoky eye and long crystal earrings with a more moderate neckline. Another possibility is to wear a dress that is form-fitting but with a more modest cut. Look for a gown that skims the body without clinging tightly anywhere. With body-conscious styles, you also have to choose just the right undergarments for a smooth look.
Many brides want to have a little sex appeal on their wedding day. The goal is to make the groom's jaw drop when he first sees his gorgeous bride. Keep your look sexy instead of sleazy, and you will be one fabulous looking bride!
Look to Bridget for advice on planning your wedding. Check out how we can help with your bridesmaids jewelry at SilverlandJewelry.com. Wedding jewelry can go a long way towards creating the look that you want for your wedding.
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