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BRING SHOES AND UNDERGARMENTS
Brides should bring the exact shoes and undergarments they plan to wear on the big day to every gown tting, since a change in shoes or lingerie can lead to a gown’s poor t.
CHECK THE DETAILS
The second tting is designed to ensure that all issues from the rst tting have been addressed and the bride can move comfortably in her gown. A third tting is only required in the case of extensive alterations, such as a custom veil or custom sleeves, Lanford said. The maid of honor should accompany the bride to the nal tting to learn how to fasten closures and bustle the train.
REMEMBER YOUR MAIDS
Like brides, bridesmaids can have their gowns altered before the big day, said Alex DeJohn, owner of Bella Bridesmaids in Little Rock. “All bridesmaids should expect to tailor their dresses to ensure a perfect t,” she added. “It is important to make your dress t and atter you best with alterations.”
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TIP
“The honeymoon is the most important part of the wedding, so make sure you have lots of lingerie.”
— Angie Davis, ANGIE DAVIS
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Necklines
A GLIMPSE AT POPULAR STYLES AND SHAPES
THE LOOK
SWEETHEART
This romantic style dips in the middle of the chest so that it looks like the top half of a heart shape.
SCOOP
This U-shaped neckline swoops low in the chest and is considered universally attering.
STRAPLESS
Strapless necklines have no sleeves or straps, which will leave the neck and shoulders bare. They may be cut in a sweetheart, scoop or straight-across style.
V-NECK
ThisV-shapedcutplungesto the middle of the chest, which creates a downward-pointing triangle.
ILLUSION
Illusion necklines can be com- bined with almost any other style of neckline. They feature sheer material adorned with beading and lace.
OFF-THE-SHOULDER
This trendy style features sleeves that rest below the shoul- ders, leaving them exposed. It may be V-shaped or cut straight across.
ASYMMETRIC
This nontraditional neckline includes only one strap or sleeve and is cut diagonally across the chest.
HIGH-NECK
This style is shaped like a turtleneck, and it may include sleeves or leave a bride’s shoulders exposed.
BATEAU
This romantic style is cut straight across the collarbone, of- fering more coverage than other options.
HALTER
Halter necks feature two strips of fabric that tie or clasp around a bride’s neck.
QUEEN ANNE
This elegant cut is character- ized by a high collar in the back and a low neckline in the front.
COWL
Cowl-neck dresses feature loose, draped material that hangs around the chest. Cowl backs are also available.
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