The tradition of a white wedding isn’t as old as you may think. People generally think a white wedding dress is to symbolize purity but the original intention was an extension of the white gowns worn in Christening and Confirmations. Today, the white dress is accepted as the most traditional and popular choice for weddings. During the 1800s the black wedding dress was popular in Finland! It wasn’t until Queen Victoria wore a white wedding gown that the fashion began – many brides chose to wear white in honour of the Queen. Colored wedding dresses were usual before that time. If I had to do it again I would go with pale pink, a color I love.
I've been thinking lately about what color I'd wear when hubby and I renew our vows. While watching "Real Housewives of Atlanta" (I know, I know...guilty pleasure) I saw model Cynthia Bailey wed her groom in a deep platinum grey couture gown that was absolutely fabulous. Color opens up so many options, and in my opinion, complements the woman who thinks, dresses and lives outside of the norm.
ReplyDeleteLesleigh
Lesleigh,
ReplyDeleteI could not agree with you more! I have no issue with white dresses whatsoever, but the sheer idea that a woman would step outside the box in a not-so-traditional choice of gown is hot! Certainly a wedding to remember!
Kina