Lots of little girls dream of being married on the beach, on a mountaintop or in a meadow. As summer arrives, exotic outdoor locations become extremely popular. Lots of brides insist on seeing those little girl dreams come true. Whether you are the bride, a bridesmaid, a mother, the groom or a guest, the eternal question becomes: What will I wear? We'll begin with the bride. "Right now, the hottest gown is bias-cut, with crisscross straps. It's as sexy as they come," remarked Nancy Aucone, owner of The Wedding Salon of Manhasset, and a bridal expert for 25 years. "I'm also selling lots of very simple, strapless bridal gowns. Bermuda weddings, Vineyard weddings, Hampton weddings, Hawaiian weddings. The look is plain, plain, plain."
Unless you are actually in the sand, white silk organza is a gorgeous choice. A little newer than tulle, this fabric offers that airy, island, beach feel. Crunchy lighter-than-air tissue taffeta works well, too. Close your eyes and picture the Estée Lauder "Beautiful" perfume ads, with bride Elizabeth Hurley running through fields, the breeze gently blowing her dress. That's the look.
Keep it light. That includes your veil. A long veil is fine, just be certain it won't drag on grass or sand. Look for airy, not pouffy. Try a style called angel wings, which falls back, rather than full around your face. Hair jewelry may work better than a traditional headpiece.
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