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Wendy Jonas
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Wendy Jonas answers all your Bridal designer related questions |
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All in the detail
Q. The theme for my wedding next summer is hearts and bows. What kind of accessories can my bridesmaids and I look out for to incorporate the theme?
A. Wendy Jonas says: There are three easy ways in which you can incorporate hearts and bows into your look: through your jewellery, your hair or your shoes. For your jewellery, choose small heart or bow studs with a matching pendant necklace. Charm bracelets are a really popular trend, so how about giving your bridesmaids one each as a thank you gift, each with a heart and bow on it?
Hair accessories are a fantastic way of personalising your outfit, so look for a hair clip or tiara with heart or bow detailing on it, or have a bespoke one made. When it comes to shoes, high street shops have lovely high-heeled styles with bows on the back - or if you're after flats, go for ballet-style pumps with bows on the toes. |
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Should I order my dress in a colour I haven't seen before?
Q. I tried a dress on the other day, and I have completely fallen in love with it. The trouble is, the sample the shop had was white, and the colour made me look washed out. The shop assistant said the dress is also available in ivory, but I wouldn't be able to see it in that colour before I order it. I'm worried that if I take a risk and buy it, I won't like it when it comes in. Is it safe to assume that it will be the same shade as other dresses in ivory? What should I do?
A. Wendy Jonas says: Personally, I think it is risky to buy a wedding dress without seeing it. If the white dress made you look washed out then it's safe to say ivory is probably a better colour for you. However, the colour can change the look of the dress completely. If it's an embellished gown for example, white beads can look very modern whereas cream beads can sometimes give a dress an antique look.
Also, don't assume that the ivory will be exactly the same colour as other ivory dresses in the shop. Shades can vary from supplier to supplier. Ask the shop if there is another dress by the same designer in that colour, or ask them if they can get a sample of the fabric from the supplier. If you feel that the shop is not being very helpful, then see if you can find this dress in ivory from another stockist. |
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Am I too tall for a princess dress?
Q. I am a very tall bride (5ft 9in) and am struggling to decide what kind of dress to go for. I love the thought of a huge princess gown, bit I am frightened this will make me look massive. Am I better off going for a slinkier design?
A. Wendy Jonas says: A long slinky dress can actually emphasise your height, whereas a corset bodice and full silk skirt is often very flattering on a tall bride. The trick is to emphasise your curves.
By choosing a dress that is divided by a seam at the waist or hips, you are splitting the length of the body in two, which helps you to appear shorter. Consider a strapless or off-the-shoulder dress rather than a high-necked style, as this will also give the impression of shortening the body.
By contrast, a train will make you look taller from the back, so choose to have a short train or no train at all. You should also avoid asymmetrical designs as these lengthen the body.
If you're still unsure, try lots of different shapes on. If you're having a bespoke dress made, the designer will be able to advise you further on styles to suit you. |
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