Are you a lady in her 60s or up who is getting married? Perhaps you are renewing your vows with your beloved and want to get a new dress for the event.
Either way, congratulations! Buying a dress as a mature bride is going to be a different experience from buying one as a younger lady. You are less likely to be influenced by trends, and, with your knowledge of yourself, you will likely know what you want.
Of course, it can still be an overwhelming process of getting the right dress for your big day, so how can you simplify the process?
Reflect Your Personal Style
As mentioned in the intro, one of the core benefits of getting married later in life is that you will have a better understanding of who you are. Everything from the wedding venues you said no to because they didn’t match your style, all the way to the flowers you have chosen to be in your bouquet, will showcase that only your style matters. When it comes to your wedding dress, this is no different. If you have always worn longer skirts, then why change that for your wedding day? Or if you are a woman who loves nothing better than a pantsuit, there are plenty of those options also available for your wedding. Having a wedding dress that fits both your body and mindset will help you to feel stunning.
Comfort All the Way!
Very few mature brides want to wear a wedding dress that causes them physical discomfort, so no bodices with tight lacing, please. Nobody has time for that! You will likely want to visit physical wedding dress shops to make sure that the dress you pick is comfortable for you to wear. This will help you to feel more relaxed on your big day and will also ensure that you look happy in your wedding photos, rather than giving the look that you are being squeezed by a corset or tight fit!
Sophistication
There is something inherently more sophisticated about being a mature bride, and as such, many women who have said “I do” later in life will opt for the more sophisticated dress silhouettes and styles. This will usually look like an A-line wedding dress, with longer sleeves made from a classical material such as satin. Of course, if you want to have something that’s a bit flash, that’s OK too.
Fit Is Everything
Speaking of the dress type, you will want to ensure that the dress you choose fits you well. Many ladies who are later in life will have curvier figures from having children and may want a wedding dress that highlights all of their best features and minimizes those that they may feel insecure about. This is another reason why it may be best to visit a wedding dress shop, as the assistants will likely have something that ticks all those boxes that you will be able to try on.
Small Details
Remember, whether you’re 23 or 67, accessories will transform how you look. Even with the simplest wedding dress, statement jewellery or even an embellished veil can add a striking addition to your wedding dress without being overpowering. So, if you want to add a bit of bling or sparkle, do!
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