Guide to Choosing a Coloured Custom Wedding Dress

Choosing a non-traditional wedding dress colour other than white might make some brides a little hot under the collar, but going for a colour when it comes to custom wedding dress design is not a new thing. In fact, there have been a number of brave celebrities who have opted for a different colour for their bridal ensemble and have been able to very successfully pull it off. Jessica Biel and Gwen Stefani wore pink, Sarah Jessica Parker wore black, and Elizabeth Taylor wore yellow for one of her many weddings. If these women could look elegant and classy in a non-traditional dress so can you. Just remember the following basic tips to stay away from trouble.

Consider Skin Tone

Before getting your heart set on a particular style or design for your custom wedding dress you need to figure out a few details to help you make a decision on the colour and fabric. The very first thing you need to consider is the colour palette that goes with your skin tone. Because white goes with all types of skin tone, this is not usually a factor when most ladies choose their bridal attire. However, for coloured gowns there are certain rules. For instance, light-skinned and very pale-skinned women will look gorgeous in jewel tones and pastels, as these colours complement their skin tone perfectly. Bronze-skinned ladies will look stunning in metallic colours such as brown and silver, while darker-skinned women can go for bright, bold colours, such as brick red, cobalt blue, yellow and orange, and any will complement their skin tone brilliantly.

Choose an Appropriate Fabric

Deciding on a colour for your bridal gown is only half the battle. Just as a non-traditional custom wedding dress can come in any colour (as long as it fits the bride's skin tone), it can also come in different fabrics. Why stop at just a unique colour? Be daring, be different and be bold! However, once again, if the colour of the gown is different, choosing the right fabric might also be a bit tricky. For instance, it might not be as easy to find metallic turquoise tulle as you would think, or pink and white ombre chiffon. Early preparation and planning will help you and your designer find all the things needed to create a one-of-a-kind wedding dress for you.

Have Fun With It

Going for a quirky but classy custom wedding dress in a bold colour says so much about the beautiful woman inside it. So at the end of it, regardless what colour you choose, whatever design, and whatever fabric you choose for your bridal gown, remember to have fun with it! Keep it as simple as you like, or play with the textures and colours as much as you want - as long as it complements your figure and goes with the theme of your event. The bottom line is that it is your special day and the most important thing is that you are comfortable and happy with your dress.

Looking for a custom wedding dress? Tatiana Porembova is one of the leading wedding designers in London and her work spans a range of styles and influences. Based in Richmond, she can create a beautiful bespoke bridal gown and bridesmaids outfits to provide the perfect garments for the perfect day.

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