Making Your Gown Look Less Formal
Creating an Elegant, More Casual Look
You’ve sorted through designer wedding gowns galore and you finally found the one that’s so you, but it’s too formal—don’t worry! There are countless ways to de-formalize your wedding gown to ensure it fits in perfectly on your wedding day.
Have you noticed that paring heels with any dress or outfit instantly makes it more formal? Opt for flats or flip flops (perfect for a beach wedding) instead of formal high heels. Of course this tip is only helpful if your wedding gown is short enough to showcase your shoes.
Throw a cardigan over your wedding gown and it will look more like an informal wedding dress. Wearing a cardigan over a shawl or nothing will make any dress look more casual, especially if it’s made from a casual fabric such as cotton. If you like the idea of a cardigan but want to class it up a bit, then explore 100% cashmere cardigans or shrugs.
Casual hair and makeup will make even the best wedding dresses look less fancy. Wear your hair down and slightly curled, giving it a loose and comfortable look. A fun trick for giving your hair that “just woke up” look that’s still beautiful is by curling your hair but leaving the very end straight. This look is ubiquitous on the red carpet for various premieres and events. As far as your makeup is concerned, choose light shades and stay away from dramatic eyeliner and dark lipstick or lip-gloss.
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