Choosing a gown for your beach wedding

For a beach wedding you will need to choose your wedding dress along a different set of criteria compared to a traditional venue. Choosing beach wedding gowns means you will have to think about the temperature on the day but also the terrain you will be walking on!

Traditional wedding dresses could be difficult to manage on shifting sands and feel very heavy in hot temperatures. Really, when considering beach wedding gowns you need to think along the same lines as destination wedding dresses especially in terms of fabrics and style. Lightweight fabrics and strapless or sleeveless styles are the best options when it comes to a beach wedding.

Although long gowns are the most traditional style, there are many short and tea length dresses featuring in designers collections this season and these make a great choice for a beach wedding. If you want a full length gown however, avoid one with a wide skirt or long train, both of which can drag against the sand and make it difficult to walk.

Look instead for gowns with straight skirts and modified A-lines which are flattering to all but not as wide as the usual A-line skirt. Puddle trains are fine and fishtail skirts create an elegant silhouette on many body shapes, also look for dresses with single layer trains in fine fabrics such as chiffon or organza. The best fabrics to look for are thin, sheer materials such as chiffon, georgette and organza, as well as delicate lace and silk.

If you want a full skirted gown look for a skirt made from layers of tulle which will be lighter than silk or satin and will glide over the sand far easier. Slim fitting styles are very popular but may not be comfortable on a hot day, something which also needs to be considered when looking a bodice styles. 

Do think about your undergarments and petticoats as well, especially if your dress has a large skirt which will need to be supported by a petticoat to give it the correct shape. Remember the more you have to put on, the heavier your outfit will be and less comfortable as the day progresses.

Consider your accessories with equal care. You may want to purchase a wrap or shrug for when the temperature cools later on. Shoes are another important consideration especially if your ceremony is taking place down on the sand – high heels may be difficult in the sands! Many brides actually go barefoot for a beach wedding or purchase bridal flip-flops instead.

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