Bridal Jewelry

          The jewelry that a bride wears on her wedding day is an essential part of her bridal outfit. Jewelry is supposed to make a woman shine, and bridal jewelry is meant to complement the special glow that a bride wears on her wedding day. It is important that she chooses the right jewelry pieces on that day because there is nothing worse than an overdressed (or underdressed) bride.

          If you are a bride who is out there trying to choose the bridal jewelry to wear on your wedding day, you have to remember that your jewelry must go with your bridal gown. You should always think of your bridal jewelry as enhancements to your gown. Never at any point should the jewelry you wear on your wedding day overshadow your dress. The neckline of your wedding dress is one of the things you should look at when you are selecting your bridal jewelry. A closed or high neckline calls for a simple chain and pendant necklace. If you will be wearing a strapless gown or a gown with a low-cut neckline, a necklace that somehow "covers up" your bared skin would do nicely. A choker necklace or a necklace that has a Y-shape would do wonders to complement such a gown.

          Is your wedding dress cut low at the back? Maybe a lariat necklace that calls attention to your smooth back will look alluring with your gown. But if the bodice of your gown is elaborately embroidered and beaded, you should forego the necklace and just settle on a great pair of earrings.

          As for earrings, what matters here is the shape of your face. A small or rounded face will look well with dangling or chandelier earrings. An oval or elongated face would be better off with stud or clip earrings. However, if the showcase of your bridal jewelry is your necklace, do not let your earrings steal the attention away from it. Match an elaborate necklace with simple earrings, and vice-versa.

          Diamonds and pearls are the traditional gemstones that brides wear on their jewelry. Since they are the classic stones, you would not go wrong in choosing to wear those. But do not be afraid to experiment with colors on your bridal jewelry; just make sure that the colored crystals or gemstones you will choose matches the overall color theme of your wedding.

          Also, remember that you should not mix metals for your bridal jewelry. If you are wearing white gold, stick with white gold. If you are wearing silver, stick with silver. Try to match your metals with the color of your gown as well. Stark white wedding gowns are better off with white gold, silver or platinum. Wedding gowns in the colors of ivory, beige or ecru will do well with yellow gold.

          Most importantly, select bridal jewelry that you are comfortable wearing. Your jewelry should add to your confidence on your wedding day. In addition to that, you may consider adding your bridal jewelry to the jewelry that you wear on a day-to-day basis. Just because you will be storing your bridal gown after your wedding day, it does not mean that your bridal jewelry will go the same route. Your bridal jewelry pieces are meant to be enjoyed by you and by the generations after you.

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Spending Less on Wedding Dress

          Your wedding dress is one of the most important aspects of your wedding, but you don’t want it to be one of the most costly. A savvy bride can save a lot of money on a dress and still look like a princess.

          The first thing you should do is start looking for a dress as soon as you can, like right after you get engaged. It might take awhile to find the perfect dress at a reasonable price. The next thing is to do a lot of research and compare prices. Do not buy the first dress at the first place you found it. Comparison shop and you can probably find the same dress or one very similar cheaper somewhere else. You can even use a discount bridal service if you know the designer and style number of the gown you want. A discount bridal service will search for the cheapest price on the gown you want. You can usually save between 10 and 30% off the retail price of the gown. You can also find out when bridal shops are having trunk shows, a specific designer will have dresses available at discount prices. Be sure to check your area for bridal outlets too.

          The best time to shop at bridal stores is between January and March. Last years dresses are in clearance. The stores are trying to get rid of them to make room for the new season’s dresses. Another option is buying a display dress or buying off the rack. These dresses can save you hundreds of dollars off regular retail prices. You can also check to see if a store has any discontinued dresses at low prices.

          If you are not concerned about wearing a used dress you could borrow a dress from a friend or family member. Wearing an heirloom dress from your mother or grandmother can add a sentimental touch to your wedding. Check your area for consignment stores and resale shops. Many carry wedding dresses. Some have never been worn, they were purchased and then the wedding might have been called off. Some resale stores get brand new dresses that were discontinued or have slight defects, like a small rip or tear or maybe a small stain somewhere. Some thrift stores also receive new clothing. I have found many wedding dresses at Goodwill with the price tags still attached.

          Many online retailers offer great deals on wedding dresses. Amazon and eBay both have wedding dresses. I found the dress of my dreams on eBay for $99.00 brand new. A similar dress I had been pining for was over $1000 in the bridal stores. Shopping online is a great way to compare prices and styles. I still recommend going to stores and trying on dresses though. A style that looks great on a model might not look great on you, or you might not like how it feels. I saw a dress in a bridal magazine that I just adored. When I tried it on, it looked horrible on me and it was very uncomfortable and itchy. Trying on dresses will also give you a feel for what size you will wear. Just because you wear a size 8 in normal clothes does not mean a size 8 wedding dresses will fit. Plus all designers’ sizes vary.

          Other options for cheap wedding dresses include shopping for a dress not labeled as a wedding dress. At homecoming and prom times (usually September and October for homecoming and April and May for prom) you can find semi formal to formal dresses in white or ivory that would work great as a wedding dress at half the cost. Hit the clearance racks right after homecoming and prom season and you can find them even cheaper. If you are having a casual wedding any nice dress will do. You can find semi formal dresses at many department stores for under $100. Some are very nice. It all depends on your taste and what you are looking for. If you are having a beach wedding or outdoor summer wedding a thin, filmy white or ivory sundress would be perfect and a very low cost option.

          Having a dress made for you is another option if you know someone that can do it or if you have a great seamstress in the family. Just make sure they have experience sewing wedding dresses. Fabric for a wedding dress can be a lot different and harder to sew than regular fabric, especially if you are adding beads or other fancy accessories. You don’t want to spend a fortune on a seamstress or fabric. I have seen a few women try that route and ending up spending more than if they had just bought a dress from a store.

          Just remember to start shopping early, do your homework and always comparison shop. Don’t be afraid to ask for deals or discounts either. Try to be flexible and open minded and you can find the dress of your dreams at a price you can afford.

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Top 10 Most Expensive Bridal Lingerie

         Can you imagine there is a list of women's most expensive underwear? Since Victoria’s Secrect becomes a logo of fashion and receives extensive attention, underwear becomes an important role on fashion stage. Recently, Forbes announces a list of luxury lingerie. Let's look at these expensive sexy lingerie.

Top 1. C.Gilson $ 2684 (including nightgown, bra, briefs, garter)

C.Gilson is a young underwear brand found by a famous Belgian designer Carine Gilson in 1994. As its expensive prices, C.Gilson is Invincible and irreplaceable in the underwear world, which meets women’s desires on delicacy, elegance and sexuality.

Top 2. Guia La Bruna $ 750 (including bra and briefs)

Though looks not luxury, Guia La Bruna gives girls unique sweet temperament. Guia La Bruna advocates a sense of natural, comfortable and healthy. The most significant feature of Guia La Bruna is the well-fitted cutting. With the perfect combination of low-key luxury and simplicity, Guia La Bruna focuses on creating a charming visual sense. A set of Guia La Bruna is about $ 750, equals to RMB 5000. It is the most expensive girls’ underwear brand.

Top 3. I.D.Sarrieri RMB 4000

Luxury underwear eventually returns to sexy, which perfectly realize the significance of its luxurious nature. I.D.Sarrieri, the most elegant sexy lingerie, comes from France, is more sexy and provocative. Though its prices are lower than the former two, the 3rd place on the list gets it unattainable.

Top 4. La Perla $621 (including bra and briefs)

La Perla, Italian luxury underwear brand, is simply luxury, more suitable for daily wear. Therefore, a lot of buyers are very fond of them.

Top 5. Agent Provocateur $588 (including bra, briefs, garter and tights)

Traditionally, an agent provocateur is a person employed by the police or other entity to act undercover to entice or provoke another person to commit an illegal act. More generally, the term may refer to a person or group that seeks to discredit or harm another by provoking them to commit a wrong or rash action.

Top 6. Damaris $544 (including bra and briefs)

With provocative designs, Damaris is the most popular gift that British men prefer to give to their partners. Damaris is formed in 2001 by Damaris Evans, who was titled The Britain Underwear Queen by vogue and elle, with the popularity of her “bow knicker” series.

Top 7. Frankly Darling $430 (including nightwear, bra and briefs)

Frankly Darling is a British lingerie brand that's styled and designed with great fabrics and modern colours and patterns. The Frankly Darling range is full of lingerie and loungewear that's suitable for all and is seductive and vibrant, with lively patterns.    

Top 8. Ravage $420 (including bra and briefs)

We are sad to report that Ravage of France has made the decision to close  their doors, thus stopping the production of one of the most popular sexy lingerie labels in France. Ravage translates to “outrage” in French, and was founded in 1990 when Laure Atain had a disagreement with her employer and left her job in the lingerie industry to start her own brand. The Ravage website is still online, so if you want to download some pictures or screensavers, or view a fashion show video, visit Ravage.fr. If you are a Ravage fan, this is the time to stock up on your favorite styles – you can still find some at Tanga Fine Lingerie.

Top 9. Strumpet & Pink $ 365

Stumpet & Pink was founded in January 2002 by artists Melanie Probert and Lisa Z Morgan; a capricious idea that began life on the back of a tube ticket.So gorgeous, they're almost too pretty to wear, the limited edition knickers are hand made from pure silk, satin, chiffon and crepe. Each pair of knickers is individually named with titles like 'Lady Chatterley's Lover', 'Hunting Through the Ruffles' and 'Rosette Cheeks'.

Top 10. Vagin Pouvoir $344

Vagin Pouvoir is designed for strong, confident women who are not afraid to embrace their sexuality. This collection is unique and luxurious, and is sure to incite passion and desire. Vagin Pouvoir is a sexy line that is full of elegance and sophistication for the modern woman. Since 2007, this label is no longer active.

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Bridal Lingerie

          You do not want to forget about that special wedding night and picking the right bridal lingerie should be one of the bride’s top priorities.

          Most women have been dreaming about their wedding day since they were little girls, and for some, their whole lives have been leading up to their wedding night.

          Think of the types of things the couple likes to do together and if it seems that the bride would enjoy lacy, baby doll type lingerie, or more sexy, daring bridal lingerie. Since a bride and grooms wedding night is going to be possibly one of the most important nights of their marriage, choosing the right wedding night lingerie isn’t only important for the bride, but for the groom as well.

          When choosing the lingerie for the bride, be sure to take the time necessary to pick out the perfect wedding lingerie to add the perfect touches to an amazing wedding night.

          Romantic lingerie and nightwear is something to be treasured and worn next to the skin as it will make any woman feel special. Pure silk is probably the fabric of choice but the new silk satin fabrics feel just as nice and are easier to care for.

          The bridal lingerie for the wedding night is something very special, but it doesn't mean that you cannot use on later occassions as well. After all, reliving that first night or playing as if it was the first night all over again will add new spice to your love life.

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Beautiful Bridal Fabrics

          It is usually the case that the bridal wedding gown is the star of the show at any marriage service. Although there are hundreds of different styles and colors available to choose from, the fact remains that there is one universal thing about the bridal wedding gown - it is always made out of sumptuous, luxurious fabric.

          Throughout history the importance of fabric has always been recognized, the world over. Fabric is a symbol of status… and the more lavish the better. Usually the more natural the fibers used to create the fabric are, the higher the perceived "worth" of the garment. Think about the contrast between silk and polyester, for example.

          Here is a brief overview of some of the more popular types of fabric that are traditionally used to make bridal wedding gowns.

Silk

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          Silk is one of the oldest luxury fabrics known to man. It has been used by the Chinese since the 27th century BC to make gorgeous textiles for affluent people. Silk has always been prized for its lustrous elegance and statement of high class. It is made from the cocoon of silk worms, and is a natural protein just like human hair. During the Roman Empire silk was literally sold for its worth in gold.

          Silk is often the fabric of choice for wedding dresses due to its high properties in areas such as elegance, comfort, versatility and wear-ability.

Satin

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          The best quality satin is actually made from silk, but satin can also be made with a blend of other man made fabrics such as polyester, rayon and nylon. The higher the silk content, the higher quality the individual piece of cloth. Satin comes in many different thicknesses, so therefore it can differ in both look and feel depending upon the handle of the fabric, and also the way in which the bridal gown is tailored and pattern cut.

          In general, satin is a very high gloss, shiny fabric. It became very popular in Italy in the 12th Century, and was often the fabric of choice for European Royalty in the 14th Century. To this day Duchess satin is the most popular choice for wedding dresses. This is because it is shiny on one side only, thick and relatively heavy in weight.

Velvet

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          Velvet has been considered to be a luxury fabric for at least 4000 years. Very early examples of velvet can be traced back to Egypt, and was worn by those such as royalty and the upper classes. Velvet is a very warm fabric so was particularly popular in Northern Europe in the winter time in days gone by.

          When velvet is constructed it requires many more threads and process steps than other fabrics do. Velvet is best when it is made out of silk thread, but in modern times it can also be produced with less expensive threads, including materials such as cotton, velour, velveteen and corduroy.

          Because of the way that velvet is constructed it is particularly receptive to dyes. This means that it can sustain and maintain high levels of vibrant color without fading. It is also very possible to create special effects by twisting the velvet during the dying process.

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Choosing a Bridal Gown

          Today, the bridal dress is more of an expression of the bride's sense of style rather than any other underlying meanings. Most brides still choose to wear white, but many opt to wear other shades that are close to white, such as eggshell, beige and ecru. There are even brides who would rather wear a different color of bridal dress for their wedding.

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          There are no set rules on what brides ought to wear on their wedding. What is important is that the dress is something they can move comfortably in and is something that flatters the shape of the body. Also, the bridal dress has to be in theme with the wedding itself. A sweeping train would be out of place in a beach wedding, while a short cocktail dress would be unsuitable for a formal church wedding.

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The Elegance of White Bridal Gown

     White has always been associated with purity and innocence, virtues that brides are supposed to possess. While brides in the olden days did wear white, it was a matter of preference rather than custom. Brides wore the best dress they own or could afford to buy on their wedding day, regardless of the color. The only colors shunned by brides are black, the color of mourning; and red, the color of the prostitute or fallen woman.

     The custom of brides wearing white was established by Queen Victoria of Great Britain, when she wore a rich white gown on her wedding to Prince Albert in 1840. It then became the fashion among brides of the Victorian era, and the fashion persisted until our modern age.

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