LiW For Fun -- Wedding dresses you like?

[Deelight]

Date: 6/10/2008 4:45:03 PM
Author: Delster

Date: 6/10/2008 2:23:23 PM

Author: FrekeChild

Lol Delster. I hear you on the scaffolding. I love that dress you posted though-it''s gorgeous!


(And how low would he like the back to be?)

The beautiful dress (

) Ladypirate posted would be very much to his liking

But I have no idea how I would hold the girls up in a style like that. Sewn-in cups and tit-tape just won''t cut it for me. Seriously, the first thing I reach for in the mornings (after my glasses) is a bra! Even just walking around is uncomfortable without a serious, underwired, properly fitting bra

Ladypirate, to convert US clothes sizes to UK sizes, just add 4. So a US size 12 is a UK size 16 (most common dress size over here). Your infamous size 0 is a UK size 4. It''s a rough guide but it''s fairly accurate, and once you get in the general ballpark you can have the alterations fairies work miracles!


What do you plan to do for scaffolding?

ETA - fiery believe me, I''ve got super Irish hips to match these super Irish ''girls''

Delster You would be surprised with some of the dresses, the girl I was talking about is a 12DD could possibly be an E and she looked great and as far as I know she didn''t have any issues. The corset I was talking about is something like this http://encorebridal.com/store/images/corset_lowback_0_2.jpg it sits really low at the back but still provides support .

LadyPirate That dress you posted is magnificent, I adore the back and the delicate straps that essentially what style I will be looking for when I get married. The front is also really flattering the bias cut with the ruching does wonderful things to a womens waist .

 

[Delster]

Oooh IrishBreakfast now that is a dramatic dress!!! Wow!!!

Ladypirate that 'flattering' item definitely looks like it would work. I see Kleinfelds in Brooklyn stocks it. I betcha Nordies or Barneys or somewhere in NY will have a similar item, I must check that out while I'm over there. You should definitely check out a UK size 16 for the girls and then it can be taken in around the waist. I bet the alterations fairies could make it work!

Freke I always wonder with those bra adapter things does it not make the cups flip up from underneath? You know, cos you've changed the direction of tug on the band? I guess it's a question of try and see. All the ones I've tried on so far have just shifted all the weight onto my shoulders, which isn't good. I do know Bravissimo but sadly with the sterling exchange rate, and with the extortionate prices all the British companies charge for shipping to Ireland, coupled with the ridiculous unreliability of Royal Mail, it's just not worth it most of the time

The site I'd use would be Figleaves, do you know that one? We had a company in Ireland called Bella Lusso but the customer service was appalling so I don't order from there any more. Then we have 'Bramora' ('bra móra' is Irish for 'big bras'!

) but I haven't tried them out yet. My favourite bra is the Panache Tango II. Soooo good! I've been trying for ages to get my hands on a Tango Pure at a reasonable price, hopefully I'll be able to find it in the States.

deelight a DD and an E are actually sometimes the same thing, and sometimes not, it's just the manufacturers use different labelling systems. I'm most often a 32E but sometimes I'm a 32DD or a 34D. Depends on the maker! The corset you posted looks really good too.

Isn't it great what you can find out when you put bra minded minds to work???

Looks like I definitely have options, YAY!!!

 

[Toreo]

Date: 6/9/2008 2:15:01 PM
Author: trillionaire
Saw this one and fell in LOVE

I want to elope, so I will probably get something cheap and simple, but a girl can dream...


*swoon*

I don''t know where my original reply went... But wow to this dress. Where is it from?

 

[Deelight]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:12:26 AM
Author: Delster
Oooh IrishBreakfast now that is a dramatic dress!!! Wow!!!


Ladypirate that ''flattering'' item definitely looks like it would work. I see Kleinfelds in Brooklyn stocks it. I betcha Nordies or Barneys or somewhere in NY will have a similar item, I must check that out while I''m over there. You should definitely check out a UK size 16 for the girls and then it can be taken in around the waist. I bet the alterations fairies could make it work!


Freke I always wonder with those bra adapter things does it not make the cups flip up from underneath? You know, cos you''ve changed the direction of tug on the band? I guess it''s a question of try and see. All the ones I''ve tried on so far have just shifted all the weight onto my shoulders, which isn''t good. I do know Bravissimo but sadly with the sterling exchange rate, and with the extortionate prices all the British companies charge for shipping to Ireland, coupled with the ridiculous unreliability of Royal Mail, it''s just not worth it most of the time

The site I''d use would be Figleaves, do you know that one? We had a company in Ireland called Bella Lusso but the customer service was appalling so I don''t order from there any more. Then we have ''Bramora'' (''bra móra'' is Irish for ''big bras''!

) but I haven''t tried them out yet. My favourite bra is the Panache Tango II. Soooo good! I''ve been trying for ages to get my hands on a Tango Pure at a reasonable price, hopefully I''ll be able to find it in the States.


deelight a DD and an E are actually sometimes the same thing, and sometimes not, it''s just the manufacturers use different labelling systems. I''m most often a 32E but sometimes I''m a 32DD or a 34D. Depends on the maker! The corset you posted looks really good too.


Isn''t it great what you can find out when you put bra minded minds to work???

Looks like I definitely have options, YAY!!!

You definitely have options there are ALWAYS options .

There is a really fantastic bra store here (a little expensive) but they specialise in small-larger bust sizes from A-L but it is pretty stuff as well which can be harder to find in a larger cup. Linkie Big Girls Don''t Cry Anymore

 

[FrekeChild]

Lol. Delster, it looks as though we all have options now!

I''m happy this thread has gone where it has. Good backless/strapless bras for the larger sizes are hard to find.

I am going to have to check out that corset as well.

 

[Lauren8211]

I never thought I''d be so appreciative of my 34B chest.

Thanks ladies for reminding me that a small chest isnt so bad! lol

 

[Lauren8211]

Found this one.. and can''t honestly believe that it exists... lol

Really just wondering what type of wedding you''d be having for this to be appropriate!

 

[FrekeChild]

Hee hee lauren!! That reminds me of Pamela Anderson for some reason. I think you''d get a kick out of this thread: link

 

[sunnyd]

Okay, embarrassed for admitting to having watched this, but on Chaos (the lovely Britney and K-Fed disaster show) they had their wedding and she was wearing a teeny tiny thing like that. He said his dad kept checking her out. And he kept telling her to pull her dress down because her ass was showing. Ew.

 

[Just_Me]

Such beautiful dresses! This is mine http://www.davidsbridal.com/bridal_gowns_detail.jsp?stid=2835&prodgroup=10 . I love it and it fits perfect!

 

[Lauren8211]

Definitely enjoyed that link, Frekechild! That two piece polka-dot chick was ridiculous!

Sunnyd: NEVER apologize for watching trashy TV! lol. Everyone is guilty of it at some point, and its pretty much the most entertaining stuff on television now! I watch "The Hills" and I''m not ashamed!!! In all seriousness though, would it kill someone to be just a tad mosdest on their wedding day? I mean, you can get all freaky in the hotel later with your new husband! Why would you want to look like that on your WEDDING day? Crazy. Seriously crazy!

 

[sunnyd]

LOL, yeah I''m so guilty of trashy tv...ANTM is my favorite weekend show.

 

[Ms.Dreamy]

Date: 6/11/2008 2:55:32 PM
Author: Lauren8211
Found this one.. and can''t honestly believe that it exists... lol


Really just wondering what type of wedding you''d be having for this to be appropriate!

hm, **** star wedding?! I am sorry but I could not resist to say that

But It looks good anyway - in its own way - for a non-traditional wedding of course

 

[FrekeChild]

I

The Hills too Lauren!!!

 

[dreaming of the day]

I think this is the most beautiful dress I have ever seen... however, I would make the front a little longer

 

[dreaming of the day]

Date: 6/10/2008 5:12:22 PM
Author: IrishBreakfast
Back view:

Irish Breakfast where did you find that dress with the roses, it could be my new dream dress. Please tell me who the designer is!

 

[anniee19]

Date: 6/12/2008 3:33:21 PM
Author: dreaming of the day
I think this is the most beautiful dress I have ever seen... however, I would make the front a little longer

Dreaming- who makes this dress?? I think it is so beautiful!

 

[dreaming of the day]

Date: 6/12/2008 4:06:10 PM
Author: anniee19

Date: 6/12/2008 3:33:21 PM
Author: dreaming of the day
I think this is the most beautiful dress I have ever seen... however, I would make the front a little longer

Dreaming- who makes this dress?? I think it is so beautiful!

Hi Anniee19,

The dress is Maggie Sottero and it is called Chrystelle, here is a link to a site that has it for a good price. http://www.bestbridalprices.com/maggie-sottero-wedding-dress-chrystelle-p-13364.html

 

[anniee19]

Ahh-- how did I miss that one? I adore Maggie''s dresses!!!

 

[Tuckins1]

Here''s my favorite... (Of course i''m a little partial because I wore this dress for my wedding!)

Casablanca

 

[IrishBreakfast]

Date: 6/12/2008 3:44:42 PM
Author: dreaming of the day

Date: 6/10/2008 5:12:22 PM
Author: IrishBreakfast
Back view:

Irish Breakfast where did you find that dress with the roses, it could be my new dream dress. Please tell me who the designer is!

So sorry I missed this! Believe it or not, I found that dress on Ebay......there are quite a few dressmakers on there who will make the dress to your measurements. That''s where I bought the dress I have for our vow renewal ceremony and it is absolutely stunning!

 

[IrishBreakfast]

I managed to find the link:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Custom-Made-Satin-Bridesmaid-wedding-dress-all-size_W0QQitemZ120271595392QQihZ002QQcategoryZ63851QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[CaféHummingbird]

I''m picky, but plain so tons of embellishment do nothing for me. The dress would be:

1. Not strapless or halter
2. Mermaid or trumpet shaped
3. High neckline
4. Open back
5. Alencon Lace
6. Fabric covered buttons with loop closures.

Darn me for being traditional because it seems as if this dress doesn''t exist. Everything seems to be over the top princess or way too daring/bold/sexy.

I''ve found photos of a few dresses that have all of the elements I like, so I will most likely take them to a designer and have it made.

 

[Lauren8211]

Cafe: I''m the EXACT same way as you! I don''t like much of any detail at all on the dress, and I am having the hardest time trying to find one!

They need a separate store for women who don''t like "stuff" on their clothes. lol.

 

[CaféHummingbird]

Date: 6/16/2008 8:14:20 AM
Author: Lauren8211
Cafe: I''m the EXACT same way as you! I don''t like much of any detail at all on the dress, and I am having the hardest time trying to find one!

They need a separate store for women who don''t like ''stuff'' on their clothes. lol.

I don''t know your budget, but I''ve looked at Jim Hjelm, Anne Barge, Melissa Sweet, Monique Lhuillier, Romona Keveza, Vera Wang, and Amy Michelson. All are just exquisite. I like clean lines that are fluid, but not clinical if that makes sense. Trying to find a veil is harder than the dress because I don''t like plain, but I don''t want lace or beading. I won''t even tell you what picking a setting for my diamond was like. He must love me to stay with me after all of that.

 

[wishful]

Date: 6/16/2008 10:04:36 AM
Author: CaféHummingbird

Date: 6/16/2008 8:14:20 AM
Author: Lauren8211
Cafe: I''m the EXACT same way as you! I don''t like much of any detail at all on the dress, and I am having the hardest time trying to find one!

They need a separate store for women who don''t like ''stuff'' on their clothes. lol.

I don''t know your budget, but I''ve looked at Jim Hjelm, Anne Barge, Melissa Sweet, Monique Lhuillier, Romona Keveza, Vera Wang, and Amy Michelson. All are just exquisite. I like clean lines that are fluid, but not clinical if that makes sense. Trying to find a veil is harder than the dress because I don''t like plain, but I don''t want lace or beading. I won''t even tell you what picking a setting for my diamond was like. He must love me to stay with me after all of that.

I LOVE her dresses!

 

[Ifellinlovewithmybestfriend]

I can''t keep my eyes off this one:

http://www.moonlightbridal.com/newsite/products.php?pid=440

 

[Tuckins1]

Here are the pics of my favorite dress (I''m not sure the link worked.)
Pic #1

 

[Tuckins1]

Pic #2

 

[Tuckins1]

Last one!