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4 February 2012
Wedding Inspirations
Sash and bow
Photo courtesy of Pretty In White
Long gone are the days where brides desired to look like ‘Cinderella’ on her wedding day. Sure, there are still those who wish to don a ‘Cinderella-inspired-pouffy’ bridal gown. However, these brides are in the minority. The majority now opt for clean, simple lines where the attention is drawn to the bride, and not the dress.
| Princess-line gown Gown by That Special Occasion, photo courtesy of Camwork Weddings |
Gown by That Special Occasion, photo courtesy of The Photoz |
It is fair to say that some from the older generation may view these contemporary gowns as relatively simple for a bride, but in this day and age, simplicity and elegance take precedence over flashy, over-the-top gowns. Brides who decide to search for such pared down gowns have the following options :
- Rent off-the-rack.
- Purchase off-the-rack.
- Made-to-measure for rent.
- Made-to-measure for purchase.
Soft as chiffon
Gown by That Special Occasion, photo courtesy of Steven Leong Photography
Halter and bustier gowns
Photos courtesy of Pretty In White
Tip : Visit specialty bridal boutiques and have a chat with their designers to come up with a design that meets your preferences.