The wedding dress is the most essential, but not the only, element of the bride's image. In order to create a harmonious overall image, various details must be selected and coordinated, but it is important to maintain authenticity in this process. No two brides are the same and each will find a different combination. Don't be afraid to break the rules and experiment, the main thing is to do it with confidence. You have to trust your sense of style so that you don't wear something completely out of character on your wedding day and don't feel like you're wearing a carnival costume. After all, what you wear affects how you feel.

Let's talk about the main nuances that must be taken into account when styling a wedding dress and creating a bride's style. Wedding stylists Mona Krastiņa and Inna Bertāne share their tips.

Creating the perfect overall wedding image

Inna Bertāne admits that finding the right overall image is not easy, however, keeping in mind some reference points can make this process much easier. The couple must be open to listening to the recommendations of professional wedding planners, as well as to attract a wedding stylist who will listen to wishes and find what is needed, saving both time, finances and emotions. Finding a wedding dress is one of the most difficult, but at the same time, best work processes. However, it is desirable to start it as early as possible and the purchase of wedding dresses and a suit should definitely not be left to the last minute.

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Wedding dress and overall wedding style

The first thing to start with when creating a wedding style is defining the wedding concept. Wedding stylist Mona Krastiņa says that often brides have already chosen their wedding dresses before determining the wedding style. However, in the ideal case, you should plan a specific wedding style, color palette, ceremony environment, so that the dress fits perfectly with the wedding atmosphere and creates a feeling of one whole. On the other hand, depending on the choice of environment and the nuances of the wedding style, you can be more easily guided by the wide selection of dresses.

The main styles of the bride's image are romantic, classic, sophisticated, glamorous, modern and bohemian. Of course, these are not the only styles, different derivatives of them are possible, and perhaps another, completely unique style will be suitable for your wedding. Mona Krastiņa cites some examples of how to find the right wedding dress for the wedding style. A slip dress, an elegant suit or a mini wedding dress will look great at a minimalist style wedding. Beach weddings will suit bohemian style dresses, light airy wedding dresses and dresses in pastel shades. But for a luxurious wedding in the palace, the wedding dress s with gorgeous details - pompous flowers, feathers, lace or a high collar - will be perfect.

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Matching makeup, hairstyle and accessories to the wedding dress

Mona Krastiņa emphasizes the importance of matching the wedding make-up and the bride's hair, as well as the accessories to the chosen wedding dress, in order to create a tasteful image that matches the wedding style.

For a pompous wedding dress with a high collar and a full hem, hair gathered up will best suit the image, which will balance the image. A minimalist style wedding dress will look best with a minimal style hairstyle, because such a wedding dress does not require chafing or Hollywood curls. easy beach wave arrangements and low copes will fit well here. On the other hand, you can play with make-up, which will act as an accent, choose a brighter lipstick. these examples show how to respect the palette and style nuances accordingly, not only in the dress, but in the whole image as a whole.

Stylist Inna Bertāne also recommends choosing minimalist style accessories if the chosen wedding dress is relatively luxurious. It is also worth trying both the hairstyle and make-up so that there are no surprises on the wedding day. We should not forget about practical considerations, so you should think about more comfortable shoes. However, comfortable shoes don't have to be boring. Heeled shoes can be personalized with, for example, initials and the wedding date.

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What jewelry and veil to choose

For the wedding day, brides often choose various jewels and ornaments with precious stones. There are also some guidelines for bridal jewelry. An ivory wedding dress will go best with gold jewelry, as the gold will bring out the creamy tone of the fabric. Silver, platinum and pearl jewelry will suit a snow-white dress better, because the warm gold tone may not match the cool white tone. A warm white color wedding dress is most appreciated as it will look great with yellow gold, rose gold, silver and pearls. these noble metals will bring out the tone of the natural white wedding dress, highlighting the field of white.

If the bride chooses to wear a veil as well, then its tone must exactly match the tone of the wedding dress. Choosing a veil can be guided not only by design considerations, but also by the body structure of the bride, as a different type of veil will suit each height. Full-length veils will elongate short brides, whereas medium-length veils can optically divide the body into two parts, so they are better chosen for tall brides. Short veils will suit everyone and give the image a retro feel.

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Bride and groom style

The style of the bride should be made according to the style of the groom. Mona Krastiņa says that the bride and the groom must create a harmonious harmony with each other, so it is important to pay attention to the fact that the colors of both wedding parties are harmonious, so that one or the other does not stand out. She adds that nowadays there is such a large selection of wedding suits that we can temporarily put aside the choice of a black or blue suit. How beautiful it is to dress up in pastel and sand shades, to complement the bride's white dress with the image of a dreamy prince. By the way, one of the current events of this year's wedding featured pastel wedding dresses and suits, which almost turn the wedding atmosphere into a garden of dreams.

When it comes to choosing the color range, Inna Bertāne says that deviations from traditional colors are definitely possible. Today, wedding dresses can be in pastel shades, even black. Suits are also available in a wide range of colors and textures. However, she also mentions that there are some nuances to be aware of when choosing the colors of the bride and groom's outfits. For example, if the lady's dress is calm, in a minimalist style, then a bright suit for the groom will create an imbalance in the overall image of the wedding. It is definitely good for the couple to pronounce the overall visual image of the wedding.

In order for the overall wedding style to be perfect, Inna Bertāne recommends sending wedding guests invitations with a dress code. In the end, it will benefit everyone. It will be easier for the guests to understand what to wear, and everything will look harmonious in the photos.

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Author of the article: Renate Berga

Story: Mona Krastiņa , Inna Bertāne