During the twentieth century bridal fashion evolved through many different stages, from the trend towards practicality in the 1910’s to the no holds barred, anything goes style of the 1990’s.

After the turn of the century brides often wore their ‘best dress’ as their wedding gown. The bodice was generally unshaped, hemlines were above the ankle and veils could be quite long. During the ‘Roaring Twenties’ the style was pure flapper, and brides choose to wear wedding dresses that they could wear again to dances and social events. Instead of veils brides preferred wearing head dresses or headbands.

The 1930’s was an elegant era between the wars, and at that time designers began to cut material ‘on the bias’ which gave a lovely drape, so dresses hugged a woman’s curves.

At the end of the 1940’s a boom in weddings coincided with the return of troops from the war. Wedding dresses were fairly plain, lacking any intricate beading or embroidery. Instead, the decoration went to the veil and headpiece.

The ‘wiggle dress’ debuted in the 1950’s, and it highlighted the ideal hourglass silhouette. This look is perfect for a more informal wedding, and transitions effortlessly to the evening reception.

Wedding dresses of the 1960’s favoured high waisted empire lines. Thin straps were acceptable, as the public wasn’t quite ready for the move to strapless gowns in the 1970’s.

Tight posies were the preferred bouquet. Outdoor weddings became more popular in the 1970’s, and so did the trend to a more fancy free wedding dress. White remained a predominant color choice, but many dresses were designed as baby- doll or mini dresses. Garlands of flowers replaced veils.

‘Excess’ is a perfect way to describe the fashion of the 1980’s. For brides, the pouf veil complimented the crimped big hair. Flashy metallic tulle and satins were in vogue.

The biggest pop culture trend to merge from the 1990’s was the grunge look. A flannel shirt was a wardrobe staple, and went with everything. Whatever the era, it’s a given the bride will look beautiful in whatever outfit she chooses!

Wardrobe: Perch Travelling Boutique
Photography: Alisha Khan Photography
Florals: Tangerine Orchid
Makeup: Toby Wesenberg
Hair: Jessica Langedyk – Elevate Beauty Loft
Jewelry headpiece: Snazzy Designs
Models: Maddy Laslett, Kristin Stratulat, Jessie Harbron
Locations: G.D Loane II, Fumerton House, Kelowna’s Heritage – Abbott Street

///Guest post by Alisha Khan from Alisha Khan Photography a wedding photographer in Canada. “Our passion is using our creative mind and remarkable relationships to photograph lasting memories while creating new ones.”

“The sun rose on July 15th 2013, little did they know that it would be the day they would find someone to watch a lifetime of sunrises with. Severin and Kendall both volunteered to help at a local vacation bible school at the Packinghouse Church in Redlands. Kendall,  being an experienced volunteer, was early as well as very organized. Severin, on the other hand, stepped in a little unorganized with only a few seconds to spare before being entrusted with a group of eager children. Kendall, noticing there was a, quite handsome and honestly quite confused new teacher in front of her, offered some guidance. Little did she know she offered something more. A spark. Severin, grasping for any chance to see her again, asked if they had any type of bible studies at the church they were serving at, there was. VBS came to a close, being nervous and distracted the two forgot to even exchange their names. Fortunately for these two, God had something special in store for them. They were able to see each other again the next Monday for a bible study and have been inseparable since.”

Michele’s advise for your wedding day:

“Make sure to have fun, dance, eat and take a few moments to sit back and look around and take it all in! The day goes by fast but it will be the best day of your life as long as you have fun! My husband and I stopped everything went outside and watched the sunset together it was our “take a deep breathe moment”

“We met from across the country asIlived in NYC and Marcus in California. We stumbled across each other and decided to meet when I planned a trip to California. Since then we have been inseparable. We both say, as cliche as it sounds, that it was “love at first sight”. We began our first journey together which was a 5,000 mile, cross country road trip from New York  to California. From that point on we knew that we could not be apart. We were engaged a little less than a year later and had our dream wedding August 15,2014.  We couldn’t be happier and can now truly say that fairy tales and soul mates do exist!”

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Needed a little dose of sexy backs this week! Remember, when you walk down the aisle and stand at the altar, your guests are staring at your back for a good while. Give them something pretty to look at! Enjoy!

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