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FASHION & ACCESSORIES
54 | FALL & WINTER 2018 CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE
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mother of the bride dresses “are not YOUR mother’s dresses.”
Any rules about wearing only sleeved dresses have gone out the
window, with Mary’s instead recommending that like any other
special occasion it’s best to go with whatever a mom is most
comfortable in. In working with brides, Mignonette Bridal’s Kofi-
Nicklin says that when it comes to moms, it seems dresses by
designers like Tadashi Shoji, Adrianna Papell or Escada never fail.
All About the Dress: A Guide to the Terminology You Need to
Know to Dress Shop
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 purchasing one and,
more importantly, you could be trying 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
fitting area. “Open shops” display the dresses on the sales floor.
CHIC STYLES
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 vintage-inspired lace overlays, such as corded or
Chantilly lace.
TULLE:
A lightweight, fine netting that can be made from silk, nylon and
rayon, which gives gowns stunning, flowing skirts.