Chicago Wedding Resource Spring/Summer 2018-2019

FASHION, JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES All About the Dress A Guide to the Terminology You Need to Know to Dress Shop By Renee Lee Wege, CTWFeatures During your search you may hear the old adage that the more dresses you try on, the more you look the same. So instead of tackling the gown project for months and months, you may be best served by attacking a small window of time. Like everything else wedding, your budget is vital to crossing the dress off of your planning list. If you have a budget of $1,000 for your gown, there’s no sense in spending your time trying on a $3,000 gowns when you’re not going to purchas- ing one and, more importantly, you could be try- ing on a dress that fits your budget and style. Stay focused till you find that perfect one. Some dress shops may require appointments, so be sure to schedule your shopping extravaganza if needed. FYI, “closed shops” keep the dresses in a storage area off-limits to shoppers; a sales associate brings the gowns to you in a private fit- ting area. “Open shops” display the dresses on the sales floor. CHIC STYLES You It’s easy to get misguided by the models you see in magazines. But remember: What looks good on another woman might not be the best look for you. This is the time to play up your strengths! Here’s a look at some of the modern styles and fabrics that brides are going for: STRAPLESS GOWNS Paired with a swooping neckline, these perennial favorites give any bride a slimming silhouette. These dresses work well for brides with sloping shoulders, which may cause spaghetti straps to fall. A-LINE GOWNS Taking the place of the princess ball gown, these modern gowns hug the body through the bodice then flare out below the hip, accentuating the waist. SHEATHS AND COLUMNS With narrower silhouettes in vogue, brides are embracing these looks that drape the female form in sophistication. This style begs for vin- tage-inspired lace overlays, such as corded or Chantilly lace. SHORT GOWNS Designers are rolling out higher hemlines for a fun, fresh look, which work great on their own or as a second, “reception” dress. Designer Amsale even has a whole collection of “little white dresses.” Price is dependent upon intricacy. The more lace, beading and embroidery a dress has, the pricier it will be. Today’s trends are gearing toward clean lines and minimal but dramatically placed details; 56 | SPRING & SUMMER 2019 CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COM 448 Sheridan Road Highwood, IL 60040 (847) 433-2575 www.Dorisbridal.com Doris Bridal Appointment Only Turning Dreams...Into Reality www.facebook.com/ourheart2yours www.fromourheart2yours.com 5909 S. Adams St. | Bartonville, IL 61607 T309/697-5433 | F309/697-5538 PayLess Bridal House 4961 W. 95th Street, Oaklawn 708-229-1201 Payless Bridal Houses Full Service Bridal Salon Serving Brides, Bridesmaids, Proms, Mothers, Tuxedo Rentals, Special Occasions & Accessories Since 1987. Where Quality Costs Less Photo courtesy of Moonlight Bridal