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FASHION & ACCESSORIES
42 | SPRING 2018
CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE
CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COMNola Sarkisian-Miller, CTW Features
Boho chic wedding trends will continue, but
some gowns are being pushed aside for those
with more sparkle, lace and texture.
With an influx of newer, showier designers
coming on board, and spring 2018
collections are overflowing with styles
heaping on the crystals, lace and pearl
embellishments.
These extras have been on display on
celebrity gowns as well. Last year, “Glee” star
Dianna Agron wore a long-sleeved gown by
Valentino adorned with beads and sequins
at her wedding. Australian model Miranda
Kerr strutted down the aisle earlier this year
in a high-necked, long sleeve satin gown by
Dior Haute Couture appliquéd with lilies of
the valley.
Designers say these luxe finishing touches
are a way to customize a bride’s gown.
Embellishments can add individuality and
character to a gown – to make every bride
feel special on their big day.
Designers are showing spring 2018
collections of ornate gowns studded with
lace, diamonds, pearls and black bows.
Highlights are strapless A-line gowns
with pearl embellishments and a baby
blue princess ball gown covered in gold
embroidery.
For the bride who wants it all, these looks
exude “luxury and royalty.”
Retailers appreciate the trend since it works
with most dress lengths and silhouettes, even
those spilling over from the ready-to-wear
runways. Peek-a-boo shoulders and off-the-
shoulder styles have infiltrated the wedding
market. .
Atypical embellishments, such as feathers,
fringe and 3D enhancements, are also
elevating the looks, including a fish tail
gown with 3D flowers, netting and lace.
Collections include a short lace dress
dripping with feather details and a long
dress embroidered with 3D lace flowers,
strapless ballgown with 3D silk organza
floral appliqués, and a halter crepe gown,
featuring a crystal bodice and crystal fringe
at the waist.
If this latest trend flummoxes brides in
terms of how to accessorize or how to avoid
crossing over into the tacky realm, experts
offer this advice.
TAKE THE WEDDING VENUE
INTO ACCOUNT.
You don’t want to wear an over-the-top gown
or tons of jewelry for a beach wedding
DON’T OVERDO IT ON THE
BAUBLES.
There’s so much embellishment on these
gowns, keep the jewelry minimal with
large studs or a pendant or go for elegant
simplicity and don’t wear any jewelry.
GO AHEAD, WEAR THE VEIL.
Dramatic veils are really popular right now,
from long veils to cathedral veils. You just
don’t need any rhinestones or embroidery
on them.
FACTOR IN ALTERATION TIME
AND EXPENSES.
The more complicated the dress, the longer
it takes to hem it and make it fit like a glove.
If the skirt of the gown has lace or beading,
there’s a lot more handwork involved which
takes time and the adjustments will be
pricier.
© CTW Features
Elegant
Embellishments
One of the biggest bridal trends this year:
gowns with something a little extra