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December 4th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Every girl dreams about her big day and envisions herself wearing a perfect gown that outshines every other female’s outfit at the event. But if you are a plus-size there might be some problem on finding what flatters you. Nowadays there are lots of designers who are ready to help you and offer a gown you have always seen in your happy dreams.

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You might want to shed a few pounds before the and it is a good decision but don’t let yourself starve as this can spoil your mood and make you too nervous. What is much better is to look through lots of catalogues and online stores that offer to every taste, finances and shapes. A plus-size bride can and should look fabulous at the altar.

Now let’s talk about what the dress can be like to make the most of your curves.

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First of all, forget about hugely puffy which were fashionable in the 70-80s. They look cute but not on big girls.You may think it is the best for you as it can cover all those bulges you’d like to hide. But while your full arms are hidden under balloon sleeves and heavy bottom covered by a voluminous skirt you, as a whole, will look even bigger than you are. Is that really what you want? Of course not. So, stay away from cute princess-like puffy with lots of lace, layers and balloon sleeves; unfortunately they aren’t for you.

Besides, steer cleer of mermaid and sheath , those which accentuate attention on hips much.

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Plus-size girls look good in that have a trapeze silhuette, without too much volume and details. Fabric should cling to the body but not pull in too tight. Avoid shining materials. They create the illusion of a bigger form.

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September 19th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Red-carpet-event label Marchesa presented a gorgeous collection of evening dresses for Spring-Summer 2010.

The line is perfect as always. Even hard-to-please women can find a piece or two they will like a lot.

Talking about colors the designers chose for the collection we can say the focus is obviously on pastels and black-and-white combination. Spring is a delicate season and probably this was the reason for selecting reserved tones: pink, beige, peach, pretty light greens and violets together with vibrant purples.

Special attention should be given to black-and-white dresses which look classy and sophisticated.

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July 12th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Brides are the happiest women in the world but they can drive crazy almost any shop assistant selling . The girls are very particular, often have no idea of what they want to wear at their big day.

But there is at least one fashion brand that seems to have everything a woman can ever dream of – .

For Haute Couture sent over 40 brides down the catwalk wearing sophisticated and glamorous . All of them were different but still wonderful.

Some came snowy white, others were in ivory tone; some were floor-sweeping, others were super short – the variety created the opportunity for every bride to find the very best dress for herself, to feel like a princess.

There were brides in goddess gowns with trailing trains, in flirty, ivory bodice and in creamy tweed skirt suits, all dripping with sequins, beads and crystals that sparkled like freshly fallen snow. Besides, there were unusual trouser suits with jackets that had huge puffy sleeves.

See more designs by Elie Saab…

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June 24th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Reese Witherspoon is in hurry to get married again. She is rumored to have chosen a dress she wants to wear on her big day.

But what’s interesting is that the couple hasn’t been engaged yet.

Reese’s boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal likes her children a lot and is ready to take responsibility of them. He gets on well with the kids.

So, probably Reese knows what she’s doing!

Reese has picked out the gown she’s going to wear when she and Jake finally get married,” the insider revealed. “It’s an unconventional colour just like Gwen Stefani’s, and her daughter, Ava, will wear an identical dress.”

Let me remind you that Gwen Stefanie’s gown was a dreamy pink number that made feel envious even the most seasoned fashionistas.

Reese was married before and divorced in 2007. Her ex-husband is actor Ryan Phillippe, they have two children: daughter, Ava, who is 9 and son, Deacon, 5 years old.

Well, whenever Reese and Jake get married, she will definitely be a very beautiful bride while daughter Ava will make a cute ‘mini-mommy’ flower girl.

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June 18th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Clair Danes has announced that her dress would be designed by her close friend and an outstanding designer, . The two have been friends for a long time already.

The actress appeared at the CFDA Fashion Awards on Monday night at Alice Tully Hall in New York on the arm of Rodriguez, saying that as a date, she finds him “very cheeky and playful and funny, kind and dear . . . one of my dear friends. Any excuse to hang out with him is welcome,” she said.

Rodriguez agreed to make a gown for Clair and she feels really happy and excited about it.

He’s making it. I get weepy. .. more emotional than I was expecting,” she confessed. “It’s intimate.”

When asked whether it is easy working with a friend Danes replied:

It’s amazing. I’m so privileged. I’m collaborating a little bit, but I’m just trusting him implicitly. I’m offing my ideas, but they always pale in comparison to his.”

All we know about the dress itself is that it is going to be white.

Narciso said Clair is easy to design for:

She’s an extraordinary woman inside and out. That always comes through. You can’t hide it. I just try to make her look more beautiful,” he said. “And it’s not hard to make her look beautiful.”

has lots of experience dressing beautiful women. He designed Caroline Bessette Kennedy’s dress for her 1996 to John F. Kennedy Jr., Michelle Obama’s attire as she made her first appearance as the wife of President-Elect Barack Obama. His other clients are: Sarah Jessica Parker, Salma Hayek, and Rachel Weisz.

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May 15th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Every woman dreams about a . It is one of those days when the whole world seems to go round the bride. And on this big day the bride must feel herself a real queen. So, the questions arise: How to choose a dress if they are all so fabulous?

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What criteria should one use when selecting a gown so that it flatters the figure and conceals the imperfections the bride may have? This is what we are going to speak about now.

Choosing the fabric and the color

Color is of utmost importance when we opt for a dress. Those times when snowy white hue was the only possible choice for the bride have already passed.

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Of course white will always be in fashion, besides, young brides look so much innocent wearing white. But there are other options as well now. For instance, all beige tones look great including ivory, champagne color, white coffee, condensed milk, tender peach, etc.

Besides, a dress can be of tender gold, bright red, sky blue colors.

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May 13th, 2009
Posted by Erin Sun

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March 4th, 2009
Posted by Erin Sun

Fashion designers at Fall 2009 have their unique view on for Autumn/Winter 2009-2010.

These gowns will be a great idea for dress. All of them are unique and stylish.

Colors are white, creamy, black-and-white and silver.

The fabrics chosen for are various from silk to satin.

Flowing long gowns in grecian style, strict style of 40’s were shown by . Bright lips and amazing hairstyle will complite your view when wearing one of their .

offered pleated long skirts and V-neck bodices for future brides.

presents a voluminous black-and-white gown with Marilyn Monroe photo print on the amazing skirt. If you love Marilyn Monroe and fab I think it’s a great dress for you.

And it’s very unusual.

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February 2nd, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Every girl dreams about her big day planning all those procedures that make the day so nice and memorable. And of course, each of us reflects upon the style of her dress.

But with the modern tendency of getting married being pregnant the dilemma of choosing a gown may seem to be really unsolvable.

However, designers are smart enough to understand there is a new market niche that has to be filled as soon as possible.

Thus, nowadays we already have some of them specializing particularly on maternity . There are specialized stores either which sell everything you may need for your important celebration.

Here I’d like to give you some advice on choosing the gown of your dream.

First of all you should find a bridal shop in your area which offers maternity gowns.

Then make an appointment to try several on. If you have a specific gown in mind, call ahead to ensure that they have a sample gown in your size to try on.

When you have made your choice already find out what the store’s delivery policy is. You must do that before you agree to purchase a maternity gown.

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January 8th, 2009
Posted by Veronica Valter

Fall fashion trends.

Spring brings an abundance of freshness and new beginnings.

Many people choose this season to start a new life. If you are the one who has recently said “I do” to your sweetheart this post is for you.

gowns have a long history and the dresses we admire now are far from being similar in any kind to those our grandmas wore at their ceremonies.

This season we see plenty of completely new models and it’s good, as we are all different and want to be unique at the most important day of our life. However, if you love classic style there are some perfect pieces for you either.

Strapless dresses

They are always in vogue for their exquisiteness and chic. The woman wants to look the best and thus shows her most flattering parts. If your bust is beautiful this style is for you.

So beautiful!

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