NY Daily News got the deets on Pippa Middleton’s famous Alexander McQueen dress that showed off her enviable posterior at the royal wedding of Prince William to her sister Kate Middleton at Westminster Abbey in 2011.
Pippa Middleton has a sense of humor about the bridesmaid dress that made her a star.
She discussed the famous gown she wore as her sister Kate's maid of
honor at the 2011 royal wedding while speaking at a London dinner for
the group Women in Advertising and Communications Tuesday night,
according to E! Online.
"As I have found out, recognition has its upside, its downside, and —
you may say — its backside," Middleton said, referring to wearing the
ivory Alexander McQueen dress at Kate and William's April 2011 nuptials.
The
younger Middleton sister, 30, became an instant celebrity after donning
the curve-hugging gown, which showed off her posterior to very
flattering effect.
Middleton said that while she was "glad it fitted" her at the time of
the wedding, she jokingly added that "in retrospect, it fitted a little
too well."
According to The Mirror,
Middleton was also candid about feeling hurt by the poor sales for her
2012 party planning book "Celebrate," which only sold 18,000 copies.
"She talked about the royal wedding and her career since," a source told The Mirror. "She came across as really grateful for the opportunities but also talked about the pitfalls of her position."
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Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Sunday, January 5, 2014
REPOST: Beyond the pale: Color, texture popping up as 2014 wedding gown trends
The 2014 brides will be taking more risk as wedding dresses in color and bodices with vivid decorative elements are gaining more sales. Check out this year's trendy styles from this article from Wicked Local.
Designer Carolina Herrera knows a thing or two about wedding fashion. When asked about one of her gowns, she remarked, “A wedding gown should make a woman feel feminine, elegant and alluring and allow the bride to express her individuality.”
No matter what her personal style is, a bride wants to stand out on her wedding day in a dress that’s suited to her personality, makes her feel comfortable yet beautiful, and makes her not only look great but feel terrific, too.
“Today’s brides run the gamut from those looking for traditional, timeless style to those who are more fashion-forward and want a more cutting-edge look,” said Michele Von Plato, David’s Bridal’s senior vice president of product development and design.
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Color
While traditional is always in, this year’s brides are also taking more risks and stepping out in color, Von Plato said. White and its variations are top sellers, but sales of colored wedding dresses are at about 5 percent, said Von Plato, who is based at David’s Bridal’s corporate office in Conshohocken, Pa.
“Sales have doubled every year since 2010,” she said.
Brides are walking down the aisle in gowns in pinks from blush to shocking, smoke and silver, lilac, buttercup yellow, mint or seafoam green, baby blue and jewel tones.
Not willing to go all the way with color, other brides accent their look with a sash in a hue that coordinates with the bridesmaids’ dresses. One of the newest looks is a “multi-colored embroidery on organza with two-layers of embroidery on the skirt that adds a depth of color,” Von Plato said.
Lace
A huge trend for 2014, lace offers surprising diversity.
“There’s a lace for every customer — from modern to vintage to traditional to color,” Von Plato said. Bringing lace up to the minute are designers who use metallic finishes for an opulent, luxe look, Von Plato said.
Strapless, sweetheart necklines — “the meat and potatoes of necklines,” according to Von Plato -- are a conventional choice for a wedding gown, but the trend toward illusion necklines is surging. Sophisticated yet sexy, illusion necklines can be subtle or eye-catching statements with intricate lace, crystal and other embellishments.
Covering up has caught on since Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, walked down the aisle at Westminster Abbey in long sleeves with intricate lace appliques in 2011. The look “works for many brides of different religions and also those who want to cover up a little bit,” Von Plato said.
Designers have responded with sleeves in all lengths, from teeny caps to fitted points that brush the wrist or top of hand. Bodices with lovely, covered-up backs are also popular with many brides who chose decorative elements such as lace-ups and alluring lines of buttons to add visual interest.The Bridal Collection, Inc. in Thousand Oaks, California, sells wedding gowns and other formal wear at affordable prices. Follow this Twitter account to keep abreast of the latest in wedding fashion trends.
Peplum
Wearable, flattering and en vogue on bridal and fashion runways, peplums provide a little extra tummy coverage for some and add curves for others, Von Plato said. Peplum done in a high-low that is shorter in front then gradually longer in the back is a fun, up-to-date look.
Jackets, which used to be for covering up and keeping warm, are often now wore as accessories, Von Plato said. Boleros, shrugs and wraps can be simple or ornate with beading, fur, sequins and floral embellishments. “It’s another way to make the dress unique,” she said.
No matter what a bride chooses, don’t forget the veil, Von Plato said. “It’s what makes you a bride.”
Friday, September 27, 2013
REPOST: Styling woes to avoid on your wedding day
This article dishes out the common style blunders – from ill-fitting shoes to messy hair – which brides-to-be need to avoid on their big day.
A wedding day comes just once in a lifetime, meaning you have a lot of wedding planning to do to ensure they momentous occasion goes off without a hitch. While you might be worried about seeing your creative wedding ideas shine through, it's just as important to consider your look on the big day. You might think you have your hairstyle, beautiful wedding dresses and makeup all picked out, but there's no way to tell if all of these things will stand up on the wedding day. Luckily, a few been there, done that brides recently discussed what they would have changed on their day in terms of style, so you won't have to face the same challenges.
Cute (uncomfortable) shoes
Sure, that pair of sky high stilettos might look fabulous with your gown, but if your feet start aching and throbbing within five minutes of wearing them - you need to put them back, one bride shared with Huffington Post. Even though you will likely slip into flats or flip flops at the reception, it's just as important to feel comfortable as you make your way down the aisle at the ceremony. Let's face it - you won't want your biggest memory of the event to be your sore feet.
According to It's a Bride's Life, there are a few styles you might want to look into as they tend to offer the most support. Sling backs are a great option as they leave little change of heel rubbing, while the strap could help keep you balanced throughout the long day. Picking up items like heel liners can also make wearing higher-than-normal heels more comfortable.
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You might be crazy about that custom ball gown you tried on, but before saying yes to the dress, you might want to consider your wedding date and how well you tolerate being hot. For example, if you've been looking at garden wedding venues for spring or summer, it may not be the best idea to opt for a heavy gown as you'll likely start sweating in a flash. Instead, you could consider a lighter option, or look into getting two dresses - the one you're crazy about and a shorter reception gown - to have your cake and eat it too.
Bridal Collection Inc. makes shopping for your wedding dress fun and easy with its diverse collection of stylish and glamorous dresses offered at the best value. Browse through its catalogue of designer dresses on this website.Hair in the face
Gorgeous soft curls are a common trend for bridal looks, but if you're the type of girl who likes to throw her hair up as soon as it gets hot, a fully down look might not be the way to go. Instead, you could decide to go for a half-up style that will keep your locks out of your face, or even a more dramatic updo to ring in your new life.
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