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Did you know that not every gown is made from smooth satin, chiffon, or organza? Although those are the fabrics that you will see most brides wear, there are some other, wonderful choices available. For a gown that is unique and interesting, choose one with a touchable texture.
One of the most sumptuous fabrics in the world is velvet. There is nothing quite like its soft nap and elegant drape. Silk velvet is the most fluid and luxurious, but cotton velveteens can also be lovely if you prefer less sheen and a stiffer drape. Velvet is, obviously, a winter fabric, due to its weight. It would be a rich and festive choice for a Christmas bride. If you prefer not to wear a velvet gown, it also makes touchably soft capes and wraps. Everyone will want to hug you!
Another wonderful winter texture is fur. I cannot imagine an all-fur gown (can you?), but it makes very special accents for a gown. A fur collar or cuffs are the perfect trim for a winter wedding gown. Fur trim is very opulent, so look for elaborate bridal jewelry sets to complement the fancy wedding dress.
Summer brides also have some incredible textures available to them. Seersucker, which is a classic summertime fabric, would be a terrific choice for a custom wedding gown. (Fun fact: seersucker was introduced in America for the first time by Brooks Brothers, in the 1930s.) A preppy and breezy look would be a pink and white or blue and white stripe. For a more subtle textural effect, choose an ivory and white seersucker. The timeless style of seersucker calls for classic pearl bridal jewelry sets.
Piqué would be a very special texture to choose for a bridal gown. Although it is most commonly seen in a summer weight cotton, piqué is also woven in a gorgeous lustrous silk version which is great for any season. The silk type is actually used in mens’ evening wear, such as tuxedo vests and bow ties. This connection to formalwear makes silk piqué an excellent choice for a simple but formal bridal gown. Sparkling Swarovski crystal necklaces are a great choice for an evening wedding.
There are also some very unique textures that a bride can choose for her gown. These special fabrics are unlikely to be available in mass-produced wedding dresses, so if you use them you can be assured that your gown will be original and unique. Cloqué is a texture created by stitching together two fabrics with different properties, and then dipping them in a special formula. The result is that the top fabric shrinks and puckers, while the base layer remains smooth. You can create wonderful and interesting designs, depending on the pattern of the stitching. Cloqué is often seen in a geometric design similar to quilting, but can also be done in floral or abstract patterns.
Devoré is another wonderful, uncommon choice for a bridal gown. It is also known as “silk burnout” fabric, which describes the technique used in its creation. A coating is applied to a piece of velvet or other silk in a design (floral, geometric, or swirls), and then a chemical is applied. The result is a resist: the silk remains intact wherever the coating was applied, and the other areas are “burned” away, leaving a textured design over a sheer background. Devoré is a stunning fabric, and it is a great way to use a white-on-white pattern and texture.
For brides looking for something a little more conventional, but still with a pleasing texture, consider silk shantung or dupioni. Those fabrics are known for their slubby texture, and are more widely available. They make a great choice for a daytime wedding, because they have a very subtle sheen.
Choosing your bridal gown is a very personal decision. You want it to be unique and special. Using an interesting texture in your wedding dress is a wonderful way to introduce an unexpected element that will make your gown stand apart from the crowd.
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Source by Bridget Mora
