Today’s bride faces a number of daunting tasks when planning a wedding. There are a million decisions to be made and considered, but the most important decision she will make is, ultimately, what she wears. The bride’s gown is the most photographed and discussed, and in some cases, passed down through the generations. It is a costly purchase and a huge commitment.
Many brides today repeatedly pick a gown that is essentially appealing on the surface, but not uncommonly, the gown is often uninspired and lacks personality. Brides often choose gowns by what they see in magazines, on television shows, and in store-front windows. So frequently, little thought is put into whether or not the dress is truly appropriate for the body shape, personality, and complexion. What’s a bride to do? An image consultant can take care of all of these areas. A competent bridal/image consultant should be trained in all areas of fit, fashion, and color theory.
Fit is everything, and with great fit you can look impeccable on your wedding day. Fashion is another important area one needs to know well. Fashion is always changing, and it is vital to keep up on everything that is current. Moreover, fashion history is also very important because fashion of today is often influenced by the fashions of the past. In addition, an image consultant trained in color theory can help you choose the right color for your wedding gown. For instance, most people do not realize there are an infinite number of shades of white. And is white the best color for you? You may look better in ivory, blush, or champagne.
Remember an important part of your over-all look is hair, makeup, accessories, shoes, and undergarments. These items play a significant supporting role. Any of these items can make or break a gown or outfit. So, again, having a trained eye is beneficial to you and will save you many headaches as you go through the process. Remember you will be taking pictures so you want your hair and makeup not to be too trendy. You want a look that will withstand the test of time.
When working with an image consultant, a bride should take away lifelong lessons from her experience. Fit, color theory, and proper shopping techniques are just a few tools she should keep in her fashion toolbox for a lifetime. This experience should be a learning process for the bride. For her, this special day will be commemorated in pictures for the rest of her life. An image consultant can help a bride move through this process seamlessly and be there for the bride should she need a shoulder to lean on now and in the future. They are there to help create an organized and beautiful vision for this once in a lifetime event.
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