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There are hundreds of different styles and designs of wedding gowns these days, but the main thing which units them all is that in this day and age of casual fashion, this could be one of the only chances you get to wear a truly feminine, glamorous , outfit.

When you are shopping for a wedding gown, one easy way to separate the huge array of choices is to think about how formal your wedding is going to be, what time of year the ceremony is taking place, and how much is your budget.

Formal weddings will require the most elaborate, expensive gowns, which are usually handmade made from heavy, sumptuous satins, peau de soie or shantung (silk based fabric). Formal dresses are almost always floor length, with full, flowing skirts and are typically accompanied by a veil and train. If the weather is warm, then heavy satin fabrics should be replaced by lightweight shantung or taffeta, and sleeves can be replaced by long, arm length gloves that can be taken off easily. Formal gowns are usually accessorized by elaborate necklaces and earrings that include real jewels, (which can be rented to lessen the cost), and also tiaras are popular.

Semi-formal weddings can compromise between expense and glamor, as dresses can still be long and elaborate, but will typically be made from a less sumptuous fabric such as chiffon. They will also feature less beading or detail and do not usually have trains. Veils will be shorter, no longer than the shoulder and you can accessorize with pretty jewelry, which does not necessarily have to include real gemstones.

Informal weddings are best for those on low budgets and give more freedom on what type of dress you can wear. You can try shorter styles, from knee to calf length that can be made from any good material. You can be more dancing with an informal dress, and experiment with colors and patterns, and you could even wear a nice skirt or trouser suit. You also have the option of wearing a hat, which is not suitable with the more formal gowns, and you can dispense with veils and trains altogether.

In terms of wedding gown styles, as with all fashions these have changed drastically over the years. High necks, hoods and long, puffed sleeves were very popular 30 years ago, but now the most common designs are strapless, with fitted bodices that bare the shoulders and upper chest. Full, ballgown skirts have given way to elegant, flowing designs that skim hips and stomachs and create clean grace lines. Shorter gowns and skirt suits are also growing in popularity, and these can create very smart, coordinated outfits on a low budget. A few years ago no one would have dreamed of going to a wedding without a hat, but these days hats are not so popular, and it is more common for ladies to wear flowers or pretty hair clips to semi-formal and informal weddings. It still remains popular for bride's to wear their mothers or grandmothers wedding gowns, but these will typically be updated as part of the altering process.

There are so many styles of wedding gowns to choose from, if you shop around you should be able to find that perfect stunning outfit, no matter what your budget is.

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Source by Mircix Nuk