Fashion Fever by Elysha Beckerman
So you’ve just been proposed to – CONGRATS! Date is set, venue is booked, and bridesmaids are chosen, there’s only one minor problem, YOU’RE DRESSLESS! That’s ok, deep breaths! Fashion Fever is here to help, exploring different fabrics used for bridal gowns. There are many types of fabrics built into the silhouette of the dress so we will only be going over a few (you can’t spend too much time reading about fabrics – you got to get out there and look for a fabulous gown!)
Organza is a crisp fabric. It is thin enough to just accent some bridal gowns but strong enough to be the entire base of others. It is very similar to chiffon but has a heavier foundation.
- Pro: Organza has the most romantic feel! Perfect for a Romantic Fall wedding.
- Con: Organza is very easily wrinkled and must be steamed properly to relieve the wrinkles. PR loves Vera Wang organza ballgown!
Charmeuse is a very lightweight fabric, which forms and contorts to your body’s shape and movement.
- Pro: It’ll show off that dedicatedly worked-out bridal body! Check out Private Reception’s Lauren Coopers “Sweat the Stress Away: Bridal Workouts!” blog for tips to help get into great shape for your big day.
- Con: In photos the fabric may come across too clingy so be aware of the dress’s shape at all times.
Chiffon is a very lightweight and sheer fabric. This fabric–radiating with a fashion fever–adds dimension to any bridal gown, contributing to the dress with subtle texture.
- Pro: The Perfect summer dress! Its weightless feel will keep you cool for any warm summer day!
- Con: This very thin knit fabric can be easily ripped! Be very, very careful when handling your gown.
Silk is a word that defines itself! It is very elegant and always helps those who wear it portray class! This fabric can be infused making up different types of silks such as silk faille—a glossy silk with hard texture, silk taffeta—a mid-weight silk with a polished look, silk crepe—an opulent texture with a soft feel.
- Pro: Studies show that silk fabrics can enhance your inner calmness, which is perfect for calming nerves on your wedding day!
- Con: The dress may turn yellow if ironed improperly, so be sure to trust the shop that you bring your gown to! Check out Oscar de la Renta’s Silk Razmir strapless gown with ruffle detail. One of our June brides wore this gown and it looked so couture! To see photos check out our Private Receptions Facebook Fan Page, the “Sarah & Michael” album.
This is only the beginning brides-to-be! The best way to picking your fabric is trying on gowns of different types to see which you’ll love for your wedding day!