Embroidery and beading
Photo courtesy of That Special Occasion

Too many cooks spoil the broth. Similarly, too many design details on a wedding gown will render it ‘too busy’. A well-executed single design element is all that is needed to make a statement. Brides-to-be have a number of options when it comes to embellishing a wedding gown. These include :

• Lace appliqué.
  
  
• Embroidery.
  
  
• Beading.

Pearls, buttons and beads
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A few tips :

• Sometimes less is more.
  
  
• Some options work together, for example lace appliqué and beading or embroidery and beading; whereas others do not, such as lace appliqué and embroidery.
  
  
• A simple gown with minimal adornment is suited for more casual settings whereas a high-wattage gown is a must for an extravagant event.
  
  
• When working on a limited budget, spend on embellishments on the bodice as most photos will be cropped from the waist up.

Lace applique and beading
Photo courtesy of That Special Occasion

Embroidery
Photo courtesy of That Special Occasion

Tip : Listen to your designer’s advice.