Now many will be surprised, and some will not even believe. Not always a classic wedding dress had a white color, but just the exact opposite - black. Moreover, wearing a black wedding dress was a great honor for the bride. The fashion for black color was interrupted some one and a half centuries ago by the Queen of Great Britain Victoria, who was getting married in a dazzling snow-white silk outfit. But modern fashion designers seem to have decided to revive a forgotten tradition, increasingly inviting brides to completely move away from the classics.
Where did the fashion for black wedding dresses come from?
In general, before, the color of a wedding dress did not play such a significant role as it is now. The outfit simply had to be the best and preferably exclusive. Wealthy brides who could afford to order clothes from fashion designers chose the brightest shades, including black. It was this color that symbolized luxury and enviable constancy. And in some countries it was permissible to wear black clothes only to aristocrats.
If you look closely at those old photographs that were miraculously preserved, you can note the harmony and elegance of the brides dressed in black wedding dresses. There is even a share of showiness and confidence in their images, which immediately causes a sense of respect from the outside.
Star Brides Choice
The revival of fashion for extravagant wedding dresses in black occurred after Sarah Jessica Parker appeared at her wedding in front of the guests in a black dress.Nobody before her took such a bold step, but the designers were completely delighted and picked up this idea.
After that, unique collections breaking all sorts of stereotypes began to appear. And Avril Lavigne, Shenae Grimes, Rochelle Karidis began to put on black wedding dresses.
By the way, many models have more than once been recognized as leaders.
Advantages and disadvantages
Each outfit has advantages and disadvantages. Among the advantages, we note:
- We all know that black is slim. It’s a sin not to use it.
- The black dress is not afraid of dirt and stains, so you can completely relax and not worry about the spoiled image.
- Universality lies in the fact that it suits every bride.
- This dress will help you more than once when you need an outfit for a gala evening.
One could call a black wedding dress ideal, if not for some of its shortcomings:
- Like it or not, but black in modern society looks gloomy. So that your black wedding dress does not turn into a mourning outfit, it is worthwhile to carefully consider each element of the image.
- Be prepared for criticism, because with your outfit you break down modern stereotypes and violate centuries-old traditions.
- A wedding salon is not a place where you can choose a black dress for yourself. But an evening fashion boutique or Internet resources are a good option.
- The memory of the wedding will remain for life. Think about whether you will regret your choice by looking at your wedding photos after a few years. How did this happen to Jessica Parker.
Fashionable floor styles
If a black dress appears on the catwalk, then there are several options for how it might look:
- corset and fluffy skirt;
- with a loop;
- a mermaid and straight lines that will not compromise their popularity.
The upper part in a black dress is often occupied by a bustier, but it will not be difficult to find a dress with straps, a deep neckline and other options. Dresses with a silhouette of type A with a neckline cut out of the “carmen” type, cropped sleeves and intertwined straps look very delicate.
The brand Romona Keveza presented very interesting short dresses with puffy skirts. No less attractive and seductive are openwork dresses for a wedding in black, which are presented immediately from two designers - Marchesa and Amy Kuschel.
Black color goes well with embroidery, decor of stones and beads. On a black background, silver and jewelry look very different.
A short
The reason to wear a short dress is completely black or with white elements is a figure without flaws and beautiful legs. A moderately short skirt will allow you to create a light and romantic look, not devoid of naturalness.
Pay close attention to a white dress with a wide black belt, on which a bow can be present. A floral black print or any other pattern will also look good on a short snow-white dress. The search for a bright, elegant image of the bride ends when you meet a white dress with black frills or ruffles.
From Vera Wong
If Sarah Jessica Parquet gave impetus to the creation of black wedding dresses, then it was Vera Wong who was the first of all fashion designers to present a collection of such dresses. This happened a few years ago when 9 out of 15 models were dressed in black dresses.
The choice of fabrics was amazing: organza, weightless chiffon, decor from embroidery and a wide variety of rhinestones. With the advent of models, the catwalk was filled with mystery, sensuality, fatal passion and sexuality. All this beauty was presented in only two main styles - a mermaid and a princess.
Black and red
Passion and elegance, classic and extravagance are all about dresses that combine red and black.
This dress was presented by Jean Paul Gaultier fashion house at Paris Fashion Week. At the very end of the show, the winner of Eurovision 2014 Conchita Wurst in a black A-line dress with a red belt and veil stepped on the podium.The inspiration for its creation was the popular topic of vampires.
Only courageous brides can wear such an outfit that will make an ordinary girl an object of close attention and boundless admiration.
Black and white
The combination of two classic colors - black and white, opens up great opportunities for designers to realize their imagination. So they are working on creating wonderful wedding dresses.
It is even amazing how in an ordinary dress it is possible to present such unusual visual effects.
And if you also add lace, then the dress is doomed to success. A slight hint of formality is present in dresses with a white backing.
With black lace
There is nothing more beautiful than a combination of white fabric and black embroidery. The magnificence of this outfit is just off scale.
And here, in principle, it does not matter where the embroidered pattern will be located - on the corset, waist, hem or chaotically located on the entire area of the dress. The contrast is created crazy, and the beauty of such a dress can not be compared with anything.
Elements of black guipure on a white background - this is the upper limit of sophistication.
With a black belt
For a long time, the belt in the dress ceased to be just a belt, turning into a fashion accessory. This element of satin color of late at night, encircling the waist of the bride, looks insane beautifully on a white background.
The material of the dress may not necessarily be plain, two-tone options may also be considered. This version of the outfit emphasizes the waist of the bride and puts the right accents in the image.
There can be a great many options for styles, since such a contrasting element is appropriate in any dress.
With ruffles, shuttlecocks and inserts
Choosing a wedding dress with flounces or ruffles is not only a sign of an impeccable taste. Using this outfit, you can hide excessively lush hips, and the waist, on the contrary, can be made thinner and more elegant.
Shuttlecocks can have a different shape - puff or flow. There are many options when not the entire area of the ruffle is painted black, but only a fringing.
Do not be afraid to look frivolous if the skirt has a multi-tiered form of white frill with a dark edge. In such a dress, more elevation and solemnity prevail, but not frivolity.
If the bride wants to be elegant and even a little aristocratic, then it is worth choosing a dress in which black prevails over white.
In the days of turbulent youth, I was a Goth. This is all in the past. But just then we met my future husband. In memory of that time, we decided to stay on a black dress. I hope the guests will not be in absolute shock.