Getting ready to say I do? For brides it really is all about the dress. Each step taken in your dream wedding dress is an everlasting memory, so make sure it’s in one that exudes your personal bridal style.
Whether you’re going for an understated look with just the right amount of glam or looking to show off your beautiful curves, the latest bridal collections at Bride&co have something special to offer every modern bride – a dress that is designed to your unique personality and style. They’ve shared three top Summer/Spring designs for inspiration:
A Strappy Beaded Applique Tulle Sheath Wedding Dress
This style designed with a youthful feel, simple yet elegant which features five different types of lace appliques and detailed with over 5000 beads. It’s a simple design highlighted by beautifully sewn-in sequins that compliment its stunning floor-length wedding dress sheath. The plunging V-neckline with a low back with crisscross straps is further elevated by its dramatic cathedral train to complete the look – making it the perfect addition for summer weddings.
Plunging Neckline Lace Wedding Dress with 3D Floral Applique
The updated Beaded mermaid wedding dress crafted of a glitter fabric has been designed with the modern bride in mind, who is looking for a classic yet updated look.
Adorned with 3D petal appliques with over 5000 hand beaded sequins and crystals and features a sexy low back and plunging V-neckline adding alluring details while the flower mesh lining provides a comfortable fit. The dress would be incomplete without the dramatic godet chapel train for grand entrances and exits.
Illusion Sleeve Plunging Ball Gown Wedding Dress
For a bride who appreciates off-white tones with a subtle yet sexy silhouette, the Illusion Sleeve Plunging Ball Gown Wedding Dress is exactly that. Captivating long sleeves catch the light in so many gorgeous ways allowing for picture-perfect moments.
The dress features a crystal-beaded waistband and jewelled buttons down the illusion back which are highlighted by sparkling sequin lace appliques on the skirt. The dramatic plunging illusion bodice with visible corsetry further complimented by a pink-tinted underskirt gives your wedding look a coy hint of colour, upgrading the subtle look all while giving brides an elegant and tasteful yet sexy look.
Details: Bride&co where your dream wedding dress awaits.
Bridal blooms
The flowers you choose for your wedding can be as diverse and unique as you are. We asked highly-skilled floral designer and owner of Love Laugh, Cindy Rynhoud, to share some trends for the 2023 wedding season:
1. Although the pandemic has settled somewhat, it seems like low-key weddings are still on trend. More and more weddings are taking on a ‘café’ or cocktail style feel, and the flowers chosen reflect this.
2. That said, a lot of people are also hosting wedding weekends. They usually have less guests, but the weddings are still gorgeous and they last more than just one evening.
3. Sustainable weddings are becoming very popular. This sees couples choosing locally-produced florals and foliage.
4. Colour palettes this autumn are bold and jewel tones, while winter will see more terracotta and rusts (boho weddings are here to stay for a little while, which means piles of dry florals, Pampas and natural grasses). The spring/summer season will feature lots of moss, blush, powder blue and rose.
5. Monochromatic will never date and there is so much that can be done when you are playing around with many tones of the same colour – think champagne, blush, rose and ivory!
6. Greenery textures and tones will also always be on trend, working with colours like sage, emerald, and olive green. Add a little grey, black and white for a more ‘drama’!
Details: Love Laugh Floral and Decor Design, Lifestyle Centre, Ballito
www.lovelaugh.co.za @lovelaughproteas
