Women with the “Apple Shapes” can fit into two categories: round body types or wide at the top and then taper down to a slimmer bottom. The rounder “apples” may carry extra weight in their stomach area. If you are this type of “apple,” and are a bit fuller in the waist, stick to wedding dresses that will give the illusion of a smaller waist-line. These include:
*Textured bodices: this will camouflage imperfections around the waist so that your stomach area doesn’t catch the eye of others
* Embellished designs: Embroidery such as strategic beading will make your waist appear smaller.
The other type of “apple” shaped women tends to have broader shoulders, larger busts, and a wide waist. Because these types have narrow hips in relation to their shoulder size, a dress that cinches in at the smallest point of the waistline should complement their body types. If this description fits you:
*Opt for a textured bodice (ruche or lace detailing) that will fit snugly to your waistline. This creates a “corset” like effect on your waist.
*Avoid trumpet styled dresses. These call attention to the widest area of your body and flare out to the lower body (legs and knees), where you are most slender.
#1 TIP: Both of the “Apples” will benefit from…
*A deep V-neckline dress. This creates a vertical line, drawing eyes towards the slender, vertical line of your body, not the horizontal
*A dress with an “A” lineor empire waist that gently falls away from the body.
“Hourglass” Shaped Body tips
If you are the woman who has the most desired body type among the rest, possessing a curvaceous body. You are characterized as the lady with large shoulders and bust, narrow waist, wide hips, buttocks and thighs, but in proper proportion to your shoulders. You have the body with most balance. Curvy figures with a balanced bust and hips and defined waist line will do best in finding a dress that accentuates the small waist, making the most of the feminine points of your body (your curves!).
Choose styles such as:
*Mermaid fit gowns
*Corset styled dresses
*Fuller skirts (trumpet styled gowns) that fit the body and flare out below hips
*Sweetheart or scoop necklines
*Strapless gowns (with fitted waists)
*Two piece dresses (with fitted bodice)
#1 TIP: Stick with styles that accentuate the waist, and those with fuller skirts.
This article is brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal Shop located in the town of Paramus, NJ – Bergen County.
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So, you’re planning a wedding. It’s expensive and unfortunately, you’re not drowning in money. Obviously, you want your wedding and reception and all wedding-related events to be fun and exciting. Who doesn’t want a fun photo booth at the reception, filled with cool props for everyone to take hilarious pictures? You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on props and party accessories though. There are a lot of cute accessories and favors you can buy or make for a lot less than you think!
For your bridal shower, you definitely don’t need to spend a lot of money on cute decorations and accessories. CharmingCharlie.com has adorable trinkets you can buy to celebrate your wedding with all of your girls.
This cute “Best Day Ever” tray is perfect to keep some treats and drinks on for your bridal shower.
Decorate with these adorable photo clip string lights. Put some photos of you and your husband to be. You can hang this up at your engagement party, bridal shower, and even the reception. It’s a cute, simple, personalized touch to add to all of your wedding events.
These props are perfect for the photo booth everyone will be sure to love at your wedding. For an extra touch of memories, add a little photo book your guests can glue their pictures into and leave a sweet note.
Hang this little banner up in your photo booth for some more fun in your photos. Your guests will be sure to love it.
Making your wedding events look fun and exciting doesn’t have to be over the top. Find items you love that you can make your own and your wedding will be sure to be a hit.
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal, Paramus, NJ.
Congrats on your engagement! At such an exciting time in your life and a day you have been dreaming about for years, your happy thoughts and extravagant wedding dreams are interrupted by dollar signs. Between venues, your large family guest list, and the variety of other expenses, weddings tend to become pretty expensive pretty fast. According to The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in New Jersey is $53,400. But don’t worry, there are so many ways to drop that final bill while still having the celebration of your life just the way you pictured it! Here are just a few tips to help…
First, try to cut down your guest list as much as possible. Yes, I know… the more people, the bigger the party. But you’ve all heard the saying “less is more” and cutting down on just a few people can allocate the money to a different aspect of your wedding day (or even your bridal gown or honeymoon!). Second, go into the planning with a budget and look for venues that accommodate to that number. Venues usually account for about half of your wedding expenses so why not use the resources you have to alleviate that cost. Ask a family member or friend if you can use their backyard or rent a vacation home in the area with outdoor space! You just have to find the right spot for you and your partner. One more tip for you, ladies… DIY. Décor, invitations, favors, and flowers. The list goes on and on with the endless possibilities for ‘do it yourself’.
The last piece of advice we can offer is that the one thing from your wedding that will always be remembered by you, family and guests is your glowing beauty in your wedding gown. Your wedding will be one for the books. Literally. Those pictures you have will last a lifetime and you want to find that bridal dress that will excite you just as much on your 40-year anniversary as it did on your big day. Just these few ideas can help make your budget a little friendlier while still making your wedding day unforgettable!
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal, Paramus, NJ.
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Tips for an “Apple/ Tri-angled” or “Hourglass” Shaped Body
/in Articles, Bridal /by Svetlana ZakharinaIf you’re “Apple/ Tri-angled” Shaped
Women with the “Apple Shapes” can fit into two categories: round body types or wide at the top and then taper down to a slimmer bottom. The rounder “apples” may carry extra weight in their stomach area. If you are this type of “apple,” and are a bit fuller in the waist, stick to wedding dresses that will give the illusion of a smaller waist-line. These include:
*Textured bodices: this will camouflage imperfections around the waist so that your stomach area doesn’t catch the eye of others
* Embellished designs: Embroidery such as strategic beading will make your waist appear smaller.
The other type of “apple” shaped women tends to have broader shoulders, larger busts, and a wide waist. Because these types have narrow hips in relation to their shoulder size, a dress that cinches in at the smallest point of the waistline should complement their body types. If this description fits you:
*Opt for a textured bodice (ruche or lace detailing) that will fit snugly to your waistline. This creates a “corset” like effect on your waist.
*Avoid trumpet styled dresses. These call attention to the widest area of your body and flare out to the lower body (legs and knees), where you are most slender.
#1 TIP: Both of the “Apples” will benefit from…
*A deep V-neckline dress. This creates a vertical line, drawing eyes towards the slender, vertical line of your body, not the horizontal
*A dress with an “A” line or empire waist that gently falls away from the body.
“Hourglass” Shaped Body tips
If you are the woman who has the most desired body type among the rest, possessing a curvaceous body. You are characterized as the lady with large shoulders and bust, narrow waist, wide hips, buttocks and thighs, but in proper proportion to your shoulders. You have the body with most balance. Curvy figures with a balanced bust and hips and defined waist line will do best in finding a dress that accentuates the small waist, making the most of the feminine points of your body (your curves!).
Choose styles such as:
*Mermaid fit gowns
*Corset styled dresses
*Fuller skirts (trumpet styled gowns) that fit the body and flare out below hips
*Sweetheart or scoop necklines
*Strapless gowns (with fitted waists)
*Two piece dresses (with fitted bodice)
#1 TIP: Stick with styles that accentuate the waist, and those with fuller skirts.
This article is brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal Shop located in the town of Paramus, NJ – Bergen County.
DIY Wedding Decorations
/in Accessories, Articles, Bridal /by Svetlana ZakharinaSo, you’re planning a wedding. It’s expensive and unfortunately, you’re not drowning in money. Obviously, you want your wedding and reception and all wedding-related events to be fun and exciting. Who doesn’t want a fun photo booth at the reception, filled with cool props for everyone to take hilarious pictures? You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on props and party accessories though. There are a lot of cute accessories and favors you can buy or make for a lot less than you think!
For your bridal shower, you definitely don’t need to spend a lot of money on cute decorations and accessories. CharmingCharlie.com has adorable trinkets you can buy to celebrate your wedding with all of your girls.
This cute “Best Day Ever” tray is perfect to keep some treats and drinks on for your bridal shower.
Decorate with these adorable photo clip string lights. Put some photos of you and your husband to be. You can hang this up at your engagement party, bridal shower, and even the reception. It’s a cute, simple, personalized touch to add to all of your wedding events.
These props are perfect for the photo booth everyone will be sure to love at your wedding. For an extra touch of memories, add a little photo book your guests can glue their pictures into and leave a sweet note.
Hang this little banner up in your photo booth for some more fun in your photos. Your guests will be sure to love it.
Making your wedding events look fun and exciting doesn’t have to be over the top. Find items you love that you can make your own and your wedding will be sure to be a hit.
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal, Paramus, NJ.
Wedding with a Friendly Budget
/in Articles, Bride's BlogRoll /by Svetlana ZakharinaCongrats on your engagement! At such an exciting time in your life and a day you have been dreaming about for years, your happy thoughts and extravagant wedding dreams are interrupted by dollar signs. Between venues, your large family guest list, and the variety of other expenses, weddings tend to become pretty expensive pretty fast. According to The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in New Jersey is $53,400. But don’t worry, there are so many ways to drop that final bill while still having the celebration of your life just the way you pictured it! Here are just a few tips to help…
First, try to cut down your guest list as much as possible. Yes, I know… the more people, the bigger the party. But you’ve all heard the saying “less is more” and cutting down on just a few people can allocate the money to a different aspect of your wedding day (or even your bridal gown or honeymoon!). Second, go into the planning with a budget and look for venues that accommodate to that number. Venues usually account for about half of your wedding expenses so why not use the resources you have to alleviate that cost. Ask a family member or friend if you can use their backyard or rent a vacation home in the area with outdoor space! You just have to find the right spot for you and your partner. One more tip for you, ladies… DIY. Décor, invitations, favors, and flowers. The list goes on and on with the endless possibilities for ‘do it yourself’.
The last piece of advice we can offer is that the one thing from your wedding that will always be remembered by you, family and guests is your glowing beauty in your wedding gown. Your wedding will be one for the books. Literally. Those pictures you have will last a lifetime and you want to find that bridal dress that will excite you just as much on your 40-year anniversary as it did on your big day. Just these few ideas can help make your budget a little friendlier while still making your wedding day unforgettable!
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal, Paramus, NJ.