How to choose a puffy wedding dress?

Do you want to look like a princess at your wedding? A fluffy floor-length dress with an abundance of flounces, ruffles and frills, a multi-layered skirt and an embroidered corset are ideal for creating an image. Despite the mutability of trends, a fluffy dress are in any collection – it is a classic that has been in fashion for decades.

Benefits of puffy dresses

It is a symbol of the classical marriage ceremony. Just remember the outfit of Princess Diana, which became a model of style in 1981 and went down in fashion history.
Universal style – suitable for all types of figures. The silhouette of the dress will give nobility to the posture, highlight the waist and make the figure look like an hourglass.
The bride can “play” with color. Fluffy dresses are not limited to classic white – pastel and brighter shades are not excluded.
The designer can implement any idea – focus on the belt, sleeves or open shoulders, use removable elements, complex drapery, etc.
Puffy dresses are suitable for both summer and winter weddings. In the cold season, the image can be supplemented with a cape, jacket, bolero.

Features of the fabric choice

When sewing a puffy dress, designers use different materials, depending on the season. In summer, lighter, flowing models are created from silk, chiffon or organza. For winter, you can use taffeta, jacquard, guipure, velvet. Brocade and satin “hold” the shape well. Tulle will help to highlight additional layers.

Satin is used as the basis for the decor, which is embroidered with pearls, ribbons, sequins, crystals, appliqués with a floral motif, etc. In addition, it is difficult to imagine a traditional puffy dress without lace on the face or skirt. The combination of fabrics is frequently used as well- for example, chiffon with lace.

Why do you need a crinoline?

In order for the skirt to “keep” its shape, a crinoline (aka “petticoat”) is used. This is a design it will not be possible to achieve the effect of a puffy dress without. The petticoat can be with flexible or rigid rings, as well as flounces.

Petticoat with rigid rings. Made of rigid mesh combined with fabric, and includes a different number of rings (from 1 to 7). Rings can be plastic or metal. One of the advantages is the low price.

A petticoat with elastic rings is more comfortable. The design repeats the first version, but the mesh is replaced with a fabric that is light and invisible under the main layer of the skirt. Regarding the disadvantages: elastic rings are not as strong and can sag under the weight of the fabric.

Petticoat with rings and flounces. Here, frills sewn over the dress are used as crinoline. The fabric looks natural, gently flows down and creates a complete look. Mesh, tulle is used as a fabric for sewing frills.

Choosing a dress model

with a train – the model will look well on a tall bride, as well as with an hourglass figure type, the train is slim and looks solemn;
with a corset – a corset models the silhouette and hides figure flaws; fasteners, ribbons of different lengths, etc. are used for lacing;
with sleeves – dresses with sleeves go well with a deep neckline or open back, there are such types of sleeves: bell, petal, flashlight, three quarter sleeve;
with a veil – a veil looks great with models of strapless dresses; tulle, silk and organza are usually used;
closed- closed puffy dresses are more often chosen for a winter wedding, in the classic version only the hands of the bride remain open.

The secret is in the details

Accessories, like fabric, should be of high quality. Beads, rhinestones, sequins – all this can make the image simple and cheap. It is better to give preference to a set of jewelry made of precious metals. Keep a balance: if the top of the dress is richly decorated, do not focus on jewelry. And, conversely, with an open neckline, large earrings and a necklace are appropriate.

A high hairstyle is suitable for a fluffy dress. It can be decorated with a small stylish tiara, hairpin, wreath. A traditional accessory is a veil – it symbolizes purity, tranquility, femininity. The veil can be small (up to the elbow) or multi-tiered, combined with a long train.

A fluffy dress allows you to abandon high heels. However, in order to create a harmonious image, it is better to make a choice of the classics – pumps, shoes. Sandals or boots are suitable depending on the season. The decor on the shoes is not appropriate – it will not be visible anyway. A bouquet, handbag, gloves will help to complement the image.

Many brides want to wear something unusual. One of the options is a beautiful fluffy dress that is needed for a special occasion!