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Ball gown wedding dressesBall gown wedding dresses are great to be taken into account by those who feel like being special indeed in the big day. We totally recommend such gowns for those who always have dreamed of being princesses in the big day. Of course, we have to share with you some interesting examples that need to be taken into account whenever it comes to looking great and being special in the big day. The first model that we thought it would be a really nice idea to share with you consists of a sleeveless wedding dress that has a sweetheart neckline and it’s tight with tiered details down to the thighs. ...
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{Dresses Defined} The Ball GownOn the wedding day, all of us gals want to look and feel our best - and for some, it all starts with the dress! The ball gown is the little girls' dream dress, featured on many fairytale princesses and in movies galore. The dress can truly set the tone, as it is featured on the star of the day. Of course, this dress displays beautifully on specific body shapes and is typically best worn at more upscale soirees. Image courtesy of Examiner.com Gown by Oscar de la Renta Who should wear a ball gown? Thin, tall, triangle or rectangle figured brides look great in a classic ball gown. Brides with...
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THE ART OF THE BALL GOWNJim Hjelm Oscar de la RentaOscar de la RentaDoes any dress say ‘bride' more than a beautifully designed ball gown? Ball gowns have been the trademark of some contemporary designers like Kenneth Pool, Amsale and Justine McCaffery, to name just a few. Going back sixty-some years, Christian Dior revolutionized fashion with his “New Look”. Cinched waists atop skirts flowing in yards of fabric marked a turning point in twentieth-century fashion. The hourglass, the most defined female silhouette, was back.The ball gown is indeed an hourglass and remains the most dramatic of all bridal silhoue...
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Empire lines and ball gownsHappy Friday! Many of you planning summer weddings will be finalising your dress choices round about now, and just in time to help is our resident fashion guru, stylist Pippa J. Pippa is focusing on empire lines and ball gowns today, and has some great advice on how to wear them – and who shouldn’t! ************************************************************** Following on from last month’s overview on how to choose a wedding dress to suit your figure, I’ve selected two opposing styles to talk about: the Empire line and the traditional ball gown style. EMPIRE LINE I haven’t been to...
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Ball gowns Are Back!By Bethany Ball gowns have always been around, but in recent years fitted silhouettes have dominated the runways. Designers are re-vamping the ball gown silhouette and making it more chic than ever before! Ball gowns are meant to make you feel special. Nothing makes you feel like “a bride” the way a ball gown does. These are a few of my favorites. Vera Wang Monique Lhuillier Reem Acra Ines Di Santo Amsale ...
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In Love with Billowy Ball GownsThe classic ball gown will always and forever be a beautiful balance of over-the-top drama and delicate femininity. With a full gown that only works to enhance that lovely hourglass figure, a ball gown for brides brings a sense of whimsy to any affair. A frothy dress can heighten the mood of a Marie Antoinette-inspired wedding or lend a flair of eccentric dreaminess to an otherwise small and simple courthouse “I do.” Whether in traditional white or all shades of bright, you can make a bridal ball gown work for any ceremony. ...
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Wedding Dresses by Silhouette: Ball GownsFiled under: Wedding Dresses Dan Lecca A ball gown silhouette has a full skirt with a fitted bodice and waist. This style gown is ideal for a pear-shaped figure. Consider these statement gowns if you are considering a glamorous wedding-day look. RELATED: Wedding Dress Silhouette Glossary Here are 21 gorgeous ball gowns that are arriving in stores now! Print out the photo of the wedding dresses you love and bring them with you to your appointment to show the sales consultant what style dress you are looking for. RELATED: 17 Must-Read Wedding Dress Shopping Tips http://xml.channel....
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Cotton Tulle Wedding Ball GownI’m a tulle-loving girl. I think the netted fabric adds a little something to a dress – particularly a wedding gown – giving it the lift it needs and deserves. But, let’s face it, lovelies: the stuff itches. I have a black and white polka dot dress with a bright red sash (it’s quite fabulous) but I avoid wearing it because the bottom layer (bright red tulle!) is so dang itchy. And, if you sit in it all day it leaves marks on your legs. So, when I saw this tulle wedding ball gown I thought it looked lovely, but imagined the itchiness that would ensue. Ouch. However, I quickly ...
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SALUTE TO THE BALL GOWN: PART 1DiorDoes any dress say ‘bride' more than a beautifully designed ball gown? Ball gowns have been the trademark of some contemporary designers like Kenneth Pool, Amsale and Reem Acra, to name just a few. Going back sixty-some years, Christian Dior revolutionized fashion with his “New Look”. Cinched waists atop skirts flowing in yards of fabric marked a turning point in twentieth-century fashion. The hourglass, the most defined female silhouette, was back. From the ballet GiselleThe ball gown is definately an hourglass and remains the most dramatic of all bridal silhouettes. A ball gow...
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Wedding Ball Gowns Fall 2011Hi Friends, I’ve been Wedding Dress obsessed lately and thought I would choose my favorite gowns for Fall 2011. I’m starting with Ball Gown shapes and will go through all the styles in the next week. There have been so many exquisite gowns. I must say that Nicole Richie’s Gown was definitely added to my top 3 favorites of all time. It took my breath away…..enjoy xox Mindy Marchesa Amsale Jenny Packham Jenny Packham Jim Hjelm Lela Rose Marchesa Oscar de la Renta Romana Keveza Ulla Maija Vera Wang Vera Wang...
