The best part about wedding dress shopping is discovering all the different fabrics and textures designers use. Various textures, fabrics, and styles are available, including satin, silk, lace, and tulle. Your wedding gown's fabric determines its silhouette, formality, and cost. Think about what you want to feel like on your wedding day - would something more intricate appeal to you or are you more interested in a smooth fabric? You'll love today's post if you like something less traditional! This week we're featuring some of our favorite non-traditional textures and gowns!
Organza
Allure Couture
STYLE #3017
Light and plain, organza is a great summer fabric. They're transparent and pretty flimsy because they're woven in a low density. Thanks to its transparency and breathability, organza fabric is commonly used to make garments that overlay thicker kinds of clothing. There's no way you can wash organza fabric in the washer because it's so delicate. We recommend you dry clean organza wedding gowns - this type of fabric has to be hand washed! There's nothing more modern fairytale than an organza gown!
Crepe
Modest By Mon Cheri
STYLE #TR12296
There are many types of crepe, each with a different texture, weight, and style of draping. Even though crepe fabrics come in a wide range of weights and textures, they are usually considered luxurious fabrics for wedding dresses and evening gowns. Adding illusions, lace, and shimmer to this gorgeous fabric gives it a clean, bright appearance - perfect for a nontraditional bride! Underwear that supports your curves flawlessly makes crepe gowns the perfect choice for flattering your curves!
3D Schiffli Lace
Martin Thornburg
MT1408
The name 'schiffli' comes from a Swiss dialect of German and refers to exquisite lace made with a shuttle that looks like a boat's hull. Schiffli embroidery is done on chemically soaked fabric, so it offers a variety of luxurious patterns with a three-dimensional effect! You can see this in this fit and flare gown below with three-dimensional Schiffli lace applique. It's so striking!
Guipure
Sophia Tolli
Y22272
Unlike mesh or net, guipure lace is connected by bars or plaits instead of meshes or nets. A thicker thread was used to outline patterns when they were close together. In the wedding dress below, Guipure lace adds an almost three-dimensional, raised appearance that adds a tremendous amount of interest to a simple gown. It's all in the details!
Baroque Lace
Elysee By Enzoani
Alessia
An incredibly detailed baroque pattern adorns this customized fabric! In spite of its uniqueness, baroque design flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries and remains popular today. In the world of fashion, it has made a significant impact and is a stunning choice for brides who want a lavish wedding day look. Featuring gorgeous Baroque lace, hand-beaded and dazzling, this Elysee gown is gorgeous!
Sequin Chantilly Lace
Enzoani
STYLE #ROSALIE
In traditional Chantilly lace fabric, black threads are woven with floral or botanical patterns. This lace concept was developed in Chantilly, France, where its name comes from. Throughout the world, fashionistas love this lace because of its fineness and complexity of patterns! Because of its elegance and complex production process, this fabric is regarded as a true luxury statement. For a bride who is looking to stand out, this Enzoani gown is crafted with beautiful Chantilly lace!
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