Your West Midlands Wedding- December 2020/January 2021 (Issue 71)

60 MEET WEDDING DRESS EXPERT, JENNIFER BONE FROM MY LITTLE WEDDING SHOP 01746 768 968 | www.mylittleweddingshop.co.uk Here at My Little Wedding Shop, we love a vintage vibe, whether it’s the use of perfectly spaced covered buttons, lace detailing or full-length sleeves. The beauty of this theme is how effective it can be when mixed with a modern twist. Having a vintage feel to your wedding doesn’t mean you have to go all out with afternoon tea etc, you can pick out elements you like to complement your individual style. A beautifully tailored bridal gown is timeless and combined with a statement piece of lace is a wonderful way of incorporating a period feel into your outfit. This could be by accessorising with a statement, high collared lace cape or having a panel feature in an otherwise plain dress. Finish with a high-low hemline to bring your design up-to- date and show off your beautiful shoes. For a more glamorous inspired look, we love taking inspiration from the 1930s Hollywood scene with a bias-cut. These are perfect for a bride wanting a more fitted silhouette without going for the restrictions of a full mermaid. It’s incredibly comfortable to wear and creates a stunning silhouette that can be complemented with a statement veil instead of a long train. These accentuate the natural curves of your figure and create a flow with the fabric. It works perfectly with a smoky eye and deep coloured lips to add a sultry feel. For a softer look, the ballgown silhouette works perfectly with lace sleeve. The slightly fuller Bishop sleeve is very popular right now, it gathers into a cuff at the wrist to create a very elegant look. Using a more contemporary lace with a symmetrical design is a great way to update this style and can be worn as part of a separate overlay. Combining these ideas along with a bride’s style is what makes creating bespoke bridalwear so much fun and ensures that our brides have a dress that is perfect for their day. Vintage glamour www.stephaniebutt.com www.step haniebutt.com MEET BESPOKE WEDDING DRESS DESIGNER, SAM FRANCIS FROM RYLEY & FLYNN 07368 237 882 | www.ryleyandflynn.co.uk When choosing your dress there are lots of different ways to incorporate colour. Lots of designers now have various shades of blush and nude in their standard ranges alongside the traditional white and ivory. If an overall hue isn’t for you, then think about adding accents through your accessories, veil, headpiece or even an underskirt. For the bride who really wants to go bold, then a bespoke dress would be the perfect solution. For example, you could opt for a brightly coloured lace overlay or add layers for a more subtle look. Many dress designers are now offering embroidery, which is ideal for adding little colourful touches. A non-white dress should be the starting point of your overall theme, using two to four hues will keep your theme nicely balanced or alternatively you could use multiple shades of the same colour. Ensure your chosen gown suits your skin tone and hair. Opt for complementary hues for your flowers and of course your bridesmaids’ dresses. Colour pop www.lean ne.photography