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13 May 2010

Why you Should Have a Long Sleeve Wedding Dress

Wedding dresses with short sleeves, spaghetti straps or those sleeveless is definitely getting more popular. A lot of brides now appear to prefer baring their arms. A bride should never forget that a long sleeved wedding dress is also still a good option. Why would anyone want to have a long sleeved wedding dress?

Classic History

Wedding dresses have been around as long as weddings have been. We all know of course that a woman long ago had only one dress option, a long sleeved wedding gown. It might be to assume that since the Middle Ages era, long sleeved wedding dress effectively gave out message of female modesty. A traditional medieval long sleeve wedding dress would have a completely closed neckline and sleeves that went down to cover your fingers. The old long-sleeved wedding dress was also a statement about fashion. A wealthy bride could have a long sleeved wedding dress in velvet and damask with a crew of satin and silk. As a part of fashion, could sleeve tips extend down to the ground.

Modern Elegance

The modern long sleeve wedding dress need not follow its old look. One day, long sleeved wedding dress may not look old or vintage at all, but still give female modesty. Long sleeves can easily mean a very ladylike and modest appearance regardless of the dress and neckline cuts. It can also effectively bring the impression of elegant admissibility.

Basic Purpose

A long sleeved wedding dress has a basic purpose is to draw attention to your upper parts. If you have hips that are either too full or too small, you may want to draw eyes on your chest and arms instead. During the long sleeves are also a great solution to the square shoulders and big arms.

Modern Modesty

Some brides still prefer a long sleeve wedding dress design simply because of modesty. You can have full long sleeves of the same material as your dress and a simple round neckline. It is possible still to see the message, but also daringly modern. Has sleeves made of a lighter mesh material and then select an off the shoulder neckline. You also have the opportunity for a portrait neckline or a low v-neckline.

For All Seasons

A ¾ or full long sleeves made of same material as your upper can help keep you warm and comfortable in a winter wedding. You can still have an elegant long sleeved wedding dress even in summer. Choose light materials like chiffon and organza, if you think the weather will be hot on your wedding day.

Do Only

Elegant long sleeves are unfortunately not for every bride. You should avoid having a long-sleeved wedding dress if you are small in stature. You will look out of proportion with a long sleeved wedding dress. You should also consider just getting a sleeveless gown if you have beautiful, well-toned arms.

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