What color dress are they getting married in? Church wedding dress: models and photos. Styles - evening and non-wedding with a photo

Every year more and more couples in love strengthen their union not only in the registry office, but also in the church, which, in turn, requires. Among them, of course, is the appearance of the bride. From our material you will learn what a dress for a wedding in an Orthodox Church should be like, its features, color and accessories suitable for it.

Which outfit is not allowed

• Too bright colors - orange, blue, green, red, fuchsia and others, as well as black, which in the walls of the church will look more like mourning;
• artsy;
• with a lot of decor;
• very luxurious and pretentious;
• with an incredibly long train, because behind you there will be witnesses holding crowns throughout the ceremony, and they may accidentally step on your chic detail;
• overly sexy - deep cleavage, completely open arms, bare shoulders, back and knees are prohibited.

The length of the hem can be short, but in moderation. Midi options ending at knee level or cocktail options in the calf area are perfect.

Of course, jeans, trousers, tops, T-shirts, and even more completely transparent, shiny and too tight dresses and miniskirts are not allowed for the Sacrament of this rite.

Suitable styles

The style of the product can be almost any, the main thing is that it harmoniously sits on the girl and complies with Orthodox standards.

Laconic straight dresses

The semi-adjacent bottom is perfect for the sacrament of wedding for a newlywed with a proportional figure, of any age and height. The maxi option will hide the flaws, and the shortened “Case” model, ending below the knees or in the calf area, will perfectly visually lengthen you.

It is great to choose an outfit with a lace top, sleeves or collar.

Restrained "A-silhouette"

His skirt gradually expands downward, which means that it will easily hide figure flaws, for example, too voluminous hips.

Of the decorated elements, delicate lace, interesting embroidery and pearls fit perfectly into the style in question.

Transformer

Advice. A wonderful solution for those who have a wedding and registration on the same day.

A short accessory will not work, as well as a bright color and with a lot of jewelry. And be extremely careful with the multi-layer model, because there will be lighted candles around you.

Cape

Instead, it is appropriate to wear a beautiful scarf made of lace, tulle or tulle. By the way, in a modern salon you can find interesting solutions in the form of a bolero or a cloak that will cover not only the head, but also the shoulders, and arms, and the back, and chest. Just what you need for the Sacrament.

Stole

If your wedding item is chaste and everything is covered, then a light stole is quite suitable for you, which will cover only your head and hair. The fabric for its tailoring is the same as for capes.

Makeup

Catchy accents are unacceptable both on the eyes and on the lips. Unobtrusive nude and transparent shine will perfectly fit into the image.

Remember, during the sacred Sacrament, the priest will kiss the crucifix and the icon, and you can accidentally leave traces of cosmetics on these sacred things, which is not very good. And some clergyman, seeing your bright lipstick, will not let you perform an important part of the ceremony at all.

Jewelry

Lots of accessories in this case- it's too much. Firstly, on the neck it will still be difficult to see them under a cape, shawl or closed dress style. And secondly, on the hands of the main decoration on such a day should be a wedding ring.

If you want some kind of jewelry, then it is recommended to limit yourself to a thin pearl thread or a chain with a small pendant and small earrings, you can use stones.

According to the canons of the Orthodox Church, when entering a church, you must wear a cross.

Shoes

Your pair of shoes should be as comfortable as possible, because during the ceremony you will need to stand for a long time, so put the hairpin and high heel immediately aside. Shoes on a low wedge or classic pumps are ideal. In cool weather, it is appropriate to put on ankle boots or ankle boots.

Choose a neutral calm shade, because shoes, like an outfit, should not be pretentious, bright, dark and with catchy decor.

1. Modest and elegant this is how you should look first of all at the wedding.
2. The temple needs stay with covered head, a long veil, tippet or hood from a cape will come to the rescue.
3. Make sure your wedding the product covered from prying eyes shoulders, décolleté, knees and back.
4. If your wedding in the registry office and the ceremony are scheduled on the same day and you want to wear an open outfit, then be sure throw over the dress a cape made of light material, a lace bolero or a scarf.
5. Combine very short sleeves gloves that looks sophisticated and harmonious.
6. Too much long train, attracting attention, looks pretentious and expensive, which unacceptably for church practices. In addition, such a hem is relevant among Catholics, so leave a chic element for celebrating a wedding or unfasten it before entering the temple.

Folk signs about a wedding dress

The Orthodox Church does not approve of superstition and considers it a sin. How you feel about them is a purely personal decision.

• The outfit must be brand new. And even the girl herself can try it on only once, when buying;
• some detail to the dress must be borrowed. For example, a satin ribbon, a brooch, pearls or something else at your discretion. This means that if trouble comes, relatives and friends will help you and your husband overcome difficult moments;
• never and under no circumstances let anyone try on your attire for the Sacrament, otherwise they will “try on” your happiness;
• the longer the skirt and veil, the longer the happy family life will last;
• gold details on the wedding item - to a successful and rich life in marriage;
• the stronger the fabric, the closer and dearer the relationship between the daughter-in-law and her mother-in-law will be;
• do not choose separate options, for example, where the skirt and corset are sewn separately from each other. Otherwise, your union may split into two halves and discord will occur in the family;
• the groom should not see his beloved in a wedding dress before the ceremony, and even more so pick it up with the bride;
• after the ceremony, you need to carefully store the outfit and not let anyone touch it. You can neither wear it yourself again, nor sell it, nor throw it away, because this is your talisman for a prosperous family life and protection from the evil eye.

Even more suitable examples in the photo:

When a couple entering into marriage is not limited to a solemn civil ceremony, but decides to undergo the sacrament of the church wedding, the preparation must be advance and thorough. In addition to the spiritual component, confession and communion, a more mundane aspect is also important - the choice of clothes and accessories for the bride. A well-chosen wedding dress, as well as a headdress and shoes, should look appropriate in the temple, while not depriving the bride of femininity and attractiveness. Solving this difficult task, it is important to take into account not only your own wishes, but also church canons. And in order not to make a mistake with the choice of style, length and decor of the outfit, it would not be superfluous to check with the priest in advance whether the chosen model is suitable.

According to the Orthodox tradition, the wedding dress should be modest, chaste. You can not overload the outfit with elaborate, too bright details. Taboo for the bride should be:

• excessive luxury;
• emphasized sexuality, seductiveness (so that the newlywed does not lead anyone into temptation);
• bare arms, knees (therefore, the popular styles of "t-shirt" and "bustier" are not considered as wedding dresses in the church);
• deep neckline;
• an uncovered head (some models of hats will also be inappropriate, the ideal option is a modest veil, scarf or openwork stole).

The wedding ceremony lasts quite a long time, so the festive costume should be comfortable so that the bride feels comfortable. If the sacrament takes place in the summer, and it is hot in the temple, you should not wear synthetic clothes. For a winter wedding in an unheated building, you should take care of outerwear that would go well with the dress.

Criterias of choice

When choosing a suitable dress for a wedding, you need to correlate your own vision of the image with religious canons and make sure that no discomfort distracts from the sacrament. A church wedding according to the Orthodox rite will take at least an hour. All this time, the bride and groom will have to stand, so you should not choose models with a tight corset, in which it will be difficult to breathe, an uncomfortable train or prickly synthetic lace.

Length

Maxi is considered the generally accepted length, but canonically there is a direct indication only that the outfit covers the knees. Accordingly, midi length is allowed, but in Russia women traditionally go down the aisle in floor-length dresses. It is important to adjust the hem to the height of the bride so as not to step on it while walking.

The most popular midi model is a modest product of a laconic straight cut with the minimum amount decor. The skirt is slightly flared, the sleeves are long, made of semi-transparent material. The neckline is shallow, oval or square. Midi
Maxi

Plume

In American films, brides are often shown wearing dresses with long trains. However, in relation to Orthodox church rites, this element is very inconvenient. During the ceremony, the bride and groom will have to walk around the altar, holding hands, and you can easily step on the train. This detail is more suitable for a traditional Catholic wedding.

If the bride still wants to choose a model with a train, this element must be removable. But ideally, it is better to refuse it altogether - a wedding dress for a woman will become much more comfortable, and its cost will be much cheaper.

materials

Dresses for church sacraments are sewn from the same fabrics as clothes for civil wedding celebrations. When thinking about which dress is best for a wedding, brides often limit themselves to silk and satin. These materials do look noble, but are expensive and tend to accumulate static electricity. Other popular options include:

1. Velvet - ideal for winter ceremonies, but in summer the bride will be very hot in it.
2. Organza is a good option for warm weather, a nice bonus is an affordable price. At the same time, you do not need to choose the most budgetary fabrics - they resemble ordinary tulle and have a characteristic sheen that is inappropriate in the church. The material should be dense so that the silhouette does not shine through.
3. Lace - on models for the temple, openwork inserts on the bodice and hem are superimposed only on top of the main fabric or lining. Lace can be continuous or fragmented. The material itself is used only on the sleeves. An interesting option for natural blondes, fair-haired brides is a guipure blue wedding dress.
4. Chiffon - delicate flying canvases allow you to create romantic light images. Goes well with any decor.
5. Tulle - used in combination with denser fabrics, suitable for inserts on sleeves, creating puffy skirts.

Full short women should choose dresses with openwork inserts, they will divert attention from extra centimeters, visually stretch the silhouette vertically. You can place them on the hem, bodice or sleeves. It is important that the material is not overly decorated, as this would be out of place in a church.
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Silk
Organza Lace
Chiffon tulle Velvet

Outfit color

Contrary to a widespread misconception, the bride does not have to be in a snow-white attire - the outfit should be light, but the halftones are not regulated in any way. Many girls are happy to change their white wedding dress in the temple for pale blue, lilac colors of clothes. Pinkish shades are suitable for young blondes, and golden ones for swarthy women. Also beautiful wedding models can be presented in colors:

• champagne;
• ivory ("ivory");
• vanilla.

The acceptable palette is very rich, so today the question “Is it possible to get married in a church in a red dress?” has already become controversial. On the one hand, this is the original festive color for an Orthodox church, on the other hand, the image of the bride implies modesty and humility. To avoid confusion, it is better to clarify this point in advance directly in the church where the wedding will take place.

The tradition of wearing a white dress comes from Western Europe. In Russia, red was considered the main wedding color: by the ornament and color scheme, it was easy to determine which province the bride was from.

Popular styles

Despite a number of restrictions, wedding dresses are represented by a fairly wide variety of styles - each bride can choose the right one and look beautiful, slim and elegant on such an important day for herself.

Models	Description	What figure flaws will help to hide
Simple fit	Modest concise products, straight and trapezoidal silhouette, below the knee and floor length	Skinny hips, too tall
A-line	Fitted top, flared hem, shallow square or scoop neckline	Broad shoulders, small size and unfortunate chest shape
Closed	A-line skirt or straight to the floor, high collar that hides the neck	Massive shoulders, unaesthetic hands
Models for ladies in the body	Maxi length, high waist, flowy silhouette, thick fabrics	Extra volumes
For women over 40	Semi-adjacent style with a moderately deep neckline, a straight or slightly widening hem without cuts and lush frills	Full legs, large bust, "roller" on the stomach

A wedding dress for a pregnant woman should hide the “interesting position” as much as possible: models with a high waist, a lot of folds and a shallow neckline are suitable.

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A-line
Closed
high waisted

Rules for creating the image of the bride

A suitable dress for a church wedding does not end with the bride’s pleasant chores in selecting the details of the image. You should also take care of acquiring appropriate shoes, a hat, choosing a hairstyle and makeup. The image of the bride should be feminine and romantic, without a single hint of vulgarity.

If, when choosing a dress for an Orthodox wedding, a girl settled on a discreet style with a minimum of decor, you can add solemnity to your look with the help of elegant earrings and a thin chain.

Cosmetics should not be bright, aggressive. For the temple, the daytime version of makeup in light, pastel colors, without sparkles, “acid” colors, is best suited. You should not choose perfumes with rich spicy and floral aromas. The air in the temple is already quite heavy, and the strong smell can cause a headache.

Shoes

Shoes should be modest and comfortable, with low heels, as the bride will have to stand a lot. It is best to complement a beautiful wedding dress with classic elegant pumps in color, without catchy decor, or ankle boots if the wedding takes place in the cold season. The temple does not welcome shoes such as:

• sandals and sandals with open toes or bare heels;
• clogs (even closed ones);
• platform shoes.

Shoe decor should be minimal. For example, you can choose shoes with an ornament that repeats the embroidery on the hem. Pointy models are not recommended, they look ridiculous in the church and in general do not correspond to simple and modest wedding dresses. Pregnant women can recommend comfortable ballet flats in muted pastel colors. If the wedding takes place in a hot summer, and the girl nevertheless decided to choose sandals, you should wear thin nylon socks under them.

Headdress

The traditional wedding headdress is the veil. Only options that completely cover the bride's head are suitable for the church sacrament. When deciding which dress to wear for a wedding, you should pay attention to models that have a sewn-on hood made of light openwork lace. There are other options as well:

• head scarf made of translucent fabric;
• light cape-veil;
• thin scarf-stole;
• an elegant hat (only if the ceremony does not provide for the hoisting of crowns on the heads of the young).

The choice of headwear depends not only on the dresses in which women get married, but also on the haircut. If the hair is styled in a voluminous hairstyle, it is better to choose a veil, tippet or scarf. For short loose curls, a hat is suitable, while its style should not be pretentious and extravagant. And of course, a hat with wide brim or large, catchy decorations is not suitable for the temple.

With braids laid around the head, a variety of scarves go well. It is not recommended to choose dense opaque materials; for a winter ceremony, the bride may prefer an openwork knitted stole.

Makeup and hair

The Church instructs women to abstain from cosmetics. However, such an important event in the life of the young takes place only once, so the clergy allow small deviations from the rules. At the same time, it is important for the bride to adhere to a number of recommendations:

1. Instead of lipstick, it is better to choose pink or mother-of-pearl lip gloss.
2. Ink - only dark, but not colored.
3. It's not worth raising your eyes. Shadows - natural muted colors, without shine.
4. Blush - pink or pinkish brown.
5. It is better to refrain from shiny powder.
6. Manicure should not be bright, the best option is classic French, it will suit any dress.

Since church marriage takes a lot of time and involves putting on a crown on the head, the hairstyle should be comfortable and not too high. Long hair can be braided by intricate braids and decorated with small beautiful hairpins, fresh flowers or a string of pearls. With such a hairstyle, any wedding dress in the temple will look organic. A short haircut is completely hidden under a veil or headdress. Curls of medium length are curled and stacked with the help of invisibility. Do not dye your hair in bright, unnatural colors. Ladies of respectable age are only allowed to mask their gray hair with paint or tint shampoo.

Low “knots” and weaving braids at the back of the head are best suited for weddings - such hairstyles will not interfere with the hoisting of the traditional crown and will not lose shape during the ceremony.

Folk omens

Much is connected with the wedding and holiday dresses. folk signs. Many of them are quite curious. Whether to believe "superstitions" - each bride decides for herself. The Church, however, does not bless us to take this “folk wisdom” seriously. The most common signs and rules:

1. You need to choose a color very carefully: wedding dresses in beige or cream tones promise frequent betrayals of your husband. Suits made of dark fabric promise a hard life full of hardships and tears.
2. The groom is not recommended to participate in the selection of a wedding dress, but he can pay for a beautiful wedding dress for a young bride and take care of the organizational issues related to the ceremony.
3. Ladies who marry a second time should not wear their first suit, otherwise family failures will repeat. It is also not recommended to wear the dress of a mother, girlfriend or older sister, so as not to repeat her mistakes.
4. It is believed that the groom should not see the bride in a wedding dress before going to church in any case, otherwise the marriage of young people will be short-lived and unhappy.
5. The ideal option is a festive outfit sewn by the hands of the bride herself: it will be charged with positive energy and guarantee a happy union. It is also good to get married in a suit sewn by the hands of a mother, grandmother, aunt or other close relative.
6. It is strictly forbidden to rent someone else's wedding suits. If the bride saves on the most important outfit, then she will have debts all her life. Therefore, to the question "Is it possible to get married in someone else's dress?" the answer will only be negative.
7. For those who buy wedding clothes in the salon, there is an interesting sign associated with money. Having received change from the seller, it must be hidden and not spent within three months - this money should bring prosperity and material well-being to the family.
8. Shoes are recommended to be purchased on Friday. For a veil it is better to go on Tuesday, and for a dress - on Wednesday. Compliance with this simple rule guarantees family life in abundance and contentment. On weekends, you can pick up decorations.
9. When asked whether it is possible to sell a wedding dress, folk wisdom answers in the negative. Also, do not give it to others - the outfit must be kept as a keepsake.

In order for the wedding dress to sit well and look spectacular, you should take care of its choice in advance, at least a month before the solemn date. For ladies with a non-standard figure, it is better to turn to a professional dressmaker, and for girls with a model appearance, any ready-made standard option is suitable. Particular attention should be paid to the quality of the material and decorative finishes. Following these simple tips, the bride will definitely manage to look like a king on an important day for herself, without violating church rules.

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Choosing a dress for a wedding is not an easy task. It is important not only to choose a dress that matches the appearance of the bride, but also to remain within the strict framework of church requirements. But Orthodox traditions do not oblige you to choose a necessarily boring and too simple dress, because there are many acceptable variations.

An increasing number of couples choose to get married in a church after registering with the registry office- someone because of a fashion trend, someone - to please their parents, and someone - because of their own deep faith.

It should be understood that the religious sacrament is not just beautiful scenery. This is the creation of strong spiritual bonds between husband and wife, which cannot be broken in principle. Therefore, you can take a serious step only when you are confident in your chosen one., your compatibility and the fact that this is the same person with whom you are ready to spend your whole life, because there is no debunking procedure in church law.

Equally important is the appearance of the bride. Unlike a secular wedding, it requires compliance with certain rules. must be chaste and pure, because on a symbolic level, she plays the role of the Church, which Christ takes as a wife in the form of a groom.

Invalid:

• artsy, too bright, dark details;
• excessive luxury;
• emphasized sexuality - bare arms, knees, deep neckline;
• uncovered head.

Of course, there can be no talk of any trouser suits, jeans or miniskirts. The bride must be in a dress, and certainly closed and long (below the knee). should also be used with extreme caution. Let's say a light, unobtrusive nude, only slightly hiding imperfections.

Important! The wedding ceremony is spiritual, which means that the purity of thoughts and the beauty of the soul, and not the body, are more important.

In no case should you paint your lips, neither with a light gloss, nor with long-lasting lipstick. During the sacrament, you have to kiss the crucifix and the image, so the remaining trace can be an extremely unpleasant moment that spoils the ceremony. In addition, a strict priest may simply not give you sacred things when he sees bright lips, without understanding how super-resistant cosmetics are.

What should be?

A miniskirt in the walls of the church is definitely inappropriate: the hem should at least cover the knees. Many brides choose a floor-length dress - this is the most chaste and very beautiful option, emphasizing the quivering femininity of the bride and the general sacredness of the moment. This length suits almost everyone, except, perhaps, low full girls. They better look at the shorter skirt - to the middle of the calf.

As for the train, this magnificent element, firstly, is rather inconvenient. Behind you will be standing with crowns that may accidentally step on the delicate fabric. If you really want something beautiful, then choose a model with a removable accessory which fastens on hooks, buttons or ties. Secondly, remember that this train is an attribute of the bride, so if you are getting married in an Orthodox church, it may seem inappropriate, although the church does not impose a direct ban on trains.

Dress style may vary. Only emphatically revealing outfits will not work - with a deep neckline, open back, shoulders or arms, too tight or shiny.

It is better to choose modest , . It is better to refuse excessively puffy skirts on hoop rings, but petticoats are quite acceptable.


The decor should be modest, but elegant - lace, hand embroidery, beads.

The material of the dress may also vary.. Delicate silk, and shining satin, and royal velvet will do. Lighter, airy options - organza, chiffon, tulle - are also possible, but make sure that the dress is not overly lush. There are many candles in the church, and synthetics catch fire easily.

If the wedding is scheduled for one day with official registration, where you would like to be in a more open dress, then transformer models with a detachable puffy skirt, as well as shawls or capes covering the shoulders, will come to the rescue during the wedding.

The color of the outfit, contrary to popular belief, does not have to be pure white. Moreover, canonically, this option is allowed only to innocent girls, although now this rule is no longer so zealously observed.

If you want to stick to traditions and rules, then pay attention to gentle undertones - ivory, champagne, cream, and other soft variations of white. Any other light shades are also allowed - pink, blue, golden, green, lilac. It is important that the color is not too bright or dark. Dark chocolate or purple will have to be abandoned in any case, otherwise there is complete freedom of choice.

Folk omens

The ancient and sacred rite is surrounded by many superstitions. How you treat them is your choice.

Important! The Orthodox Church considers such beliefs sinful and does not approve, but folk wisdom does not arise from scratch.

In particular, signs say the following about a wedding dress:

• The dress must be new., and even the bride herself can try it on only once. No long admiring at the mirror or selfie on Instagram!
• Part of the outfit must be borrowed- a ribbon, a string of pearls, a brooch. In case of trouble in a new family, relatives and friends will definitely help to overcome adversity;
• Even the best girlfriends or sisters should not be allowed to try on a dress otherwise they will "try on" the happiness of the bride;
• The longer the hem and veil, the longer family happiness will last;
• Golden elements on the dress - to good luck and wealth in the family;
• The stronger the material from which the outfit is sewn, the closer and kinder the relationship between the daughter-in-law and mother-in-law will be;
• You can not choose separate models consisting of a skirt and a corset otherwise the family boat may split into two halves;
• The groom should not see the bride in a dress immediately before the ceremony, the more it is forbidden to choose an outfit together;
• After the wedding, the dress should be carefully stored and not given to anyone. You can not put it on again or sell it - this is your symbol of a happy life and protection from evil.

Fabric and finish

Almost as much depends on the choice of fabric as on the style.

Silk wedding dresses look great. Natural material, the density of which is ideal for creating draperies, and at the same time breathable, delicate, with a noble delicate sheen, will suit a bride of any complexion and age.

Satin is an extremely common material, very beautiful both in a flowing form and in folds. The downside is a rather bright shine, so it is best for slender brides to choose this option.

Lighter, airy materials like chiffon, tulle or organza require a mandatory dense lining in a wedding dress. However, on the sleeves or neckline, such draperies will look absolutely charming, without violating church rules.

Delicate lace, which has many patterns and shapes, is great for decorating an outfit, as well as for its entire upper part, but with a lining.

Length

Miniskirts, as mentioned above, are under the strictest prohibition, and it is unlikely that the bride herself will want to be unnecessarily naked at such an important, exciting moment of pronouncing an oath of allegiance to a loved one before God.

Otherwise, the church does not regulate the length of the hem. It is possible as a strict midi, the main thing is that the knees do not peek out from under the fabric, and maxi to the floor, as well as all intermediate options.


Remember that it is most convenient when the hem rises 2-3 centimeters above the floor, taking into account your shoes. So you definitely won’t step on and tear the dress.

Colour: white and alternatives

The white color of the wedding dress is traditional, recommended for choice by innocent girls, although this rule is allowed to be forgotten. Snow-white looks great on swarthy or tanned brides, but older ladies with a curvaceous figure should avoid it.

A beautiful blue dress, because the color represents heavenly grace and purity. This outfit will suit blondes, as well as romantic, dreamy girls. Be careful with sky shades if your color type is autumn.

Others are possible color solutions : from various shades of white (cream, beige, champagne, ivory) to various tones of the light spectrum (pink, green, lilac).

Important! Under the ban are dark tones - black, brown, purple, as well as too bright and acid colors.

The red color stands apart - on the one hand, it is too aggressive for a delicate wedding look, and on the other hand, it is extremely popular and historically true, because a wedding sundress several centuries ago was scarlet. If the choice fell on red, we recommend that you ask the father who will marry you for approval.

Styles - evening and non-wedding with a photo

Closed, chaste models of a simple style are classic, but there are many other options for every taste and figure. Be sure to choose an outfit that fits perfectly on the figure, hides flaws, because modesty does not mean the need to look insufficiently elegant.

Sleeves

The style of a wedding dress with sleeves definitely does not go beyond the church dress code, even if the sleeves are made of weightless chiffon or openwork lace.

Full brides should pay attention to bell sleeves, however, they look fabulous on thin hands. A flashlight or wings will hide only the shoulders, leaving the arms open. In this case, it is better to add elegant gloves to the outfit, but remember that they are worn only on the skin, because, according to tradition, the decoration is not removed. So, if you decide to wear gloves, do not forget to take them off in time not to do it in a hurry in front of the altar. The original alternative is the transition of the sleeve to the mitt: part of the bare wrist is closed, but the fingers for the rings are free.

A simple straight sleeve to the wrist also looks very gentle and elegant. It can be from the same material as the entire dress, or from a more delicate and airy one.

If you choose puffy lace cuffs, be careful with lit ones: one of them will be in your hands during the entire sacrament.

Closed

Such models hide their chest, shoulders, back and arms from prying eyes, and sometimes even cover their necks with a high collar, and for girls with a long graceful neck, this will become a truly royal option.

Idea! Draperies, embroidery, lace, or just a scarf of a different color will become a wonderful decor for a wedding dress. You can combine different fabrics, then, despite the closeness, the dress will still look more airy and tender.

A closed dress is the most modest style, designed for elegant girls who understand the solemnity of the ceremony, or for older brides. In general, a small neckline is allowed by the church, so you can choose a "boat" or a shallow V-neck. The main thing is that it does not expose the skin too openly, and the dress remains chaste.

Lacy

Openwork motifs look wonderful both as a decor and as a single canvas.

It is important to remember that if you use other lace accessories, for example, or, you should carefully select the shade. If these are different tones of white, then the darker one inevitably looks untidy.

You should also be careful with the pattern - patterns very different in density will conflict with each other, destroying a holistic image.

modest

A-silhouette, straight cut or any other simple models are quite budgetary, but at the same time they look very organic at the sacrament, demonstrating the modesty of the bride and not diverting attention from her natural beauty with excessive decor.

The absence of unnecessary details allows you to create an elegant one-piece look that will appeal to older brides.

For pregnant

Pregnancy is not a hindrance to a wedding, on the contrary, the clergy believe that it is better for children to be born in a married marriage. But it becomes more difficult to choose the right outfit in position, because you should be comfortable.

Advice! Since white is associated with virginity, it is better for a pregnant bride to look at other shades: from cream to soft pink or blue.

The dress should fit, not press, so it is better to choose a fabric that stretches, especially if you select an outfit at the stage rapid growth tummy. Opt for a loose-fitting style. Perfectly hide the interesting position of the dress in the Empire style, Greek draperies, high waistline.

For full

Nothing will prevent curvy girls from looking perfect at a wedding if you choose a dress that hides flaws and emphasizes dignity.

Pyshechki fit closed A-silhouette dresses, Greek motifs, Empire style. It is better to choose sleeves either with a bell or straight, without excess volume, which visually increases the shoulders.

Be extremely careful with draperies, they make the image heavier. Be no less jealous of shiny fabrics, large or, on the contrary, too small lace pattern - all these decisions make you fat.

For an older woman

Increasingly, couples decide to get married after 20 or more years of marriage, so an older bride needs to approach choosing an outfit differently than a young girl.

Do not choose white. He will emphasize the imperfections of appearance. It is better to stay on cream, golden, other light options.

Elegant closed dresses with a light cape or bolero look good. Choose shoes according to your own convenience: if you can stand in high heels for at least an hour, then do not refuse the elegant option.

Accessories

Wedding shoes should be not only comfortable, but also practical. You should not choose an excessively high heel, because it will be difficult for the witness to stretch almost the entire time of the ceremony to keep the crown above your head. Choose modest shoes in a neutral color, without frilly details. Classic elegant pumps are perfect.

A veil is a traditional element of an outfit, but optional, because it can be replaced by a hood, a scarf, a raincoat with a hood. If you decide to stay on a veil, then give preference to models that are attached high enough to the top of the head. By church rules in women, the head should be covered at least to the middle. Of course, the veil cannot be colored, too short, emphatically unusual. Be careful with overly layered, lush models, as there are a lot of lit candles around.


Despite the rule of closed hair, your face must be open, so be careful when you want to throw a part of the multi-layered veil back on your own, without the help of a witness.

A more classic version is a scarf that can cover both hair and be an elegant cloak or bolero that also wraps shoulders, arms, back and neckline. The accessory material is acceptable the most diverse - from lace to weightless tulle. The color is not necessarily white, but certainly light and not too bright.

What to do with the outfit after the wedding in the church?

It is best to keep your outfit as a symbol of a happy marriage - this is another reason why it is better to avoid models that are too curvaceous. It is not recommended to sell or rent such a memorabilia, as well as cut or alter.

Sometimes a wedding dress is worn on a wedding anniversary, it will look especially touching on the 20th anniversary and beyond.

Important! The Orthodox Church itself does not regulate the further fate of the wedding dress in any way, and all of the above are not strict rules, but worldly wisdom.

• The main thing that your image should talk about is elegance and modesty. so choose a simple style;
• The dress must cover the knees, chest, shoulders and back. In the case of very short sleeves, gloves or a cape cannot be dispensed with;
• Don't forget to cover your head. A scarf of a shade different from the color of the dress will add charming accents to the image that do not go beyond the scope of the church dress code;
• Be sure to choose. Tight fitting within the walls of the temple is, in principle, inappropriate, but you should take into account your parameters and height. Full girls do not need to abuse the decor and shiny fabrics, and it is better for short brides to abandon the hem to the floor;
• The color of the wedding dress can be white, but it is still better to give preference to cream, cream, ivory and other light shades. Leave acidic and gloomy colors for another occasion;
• A train at an Orthodox wedding is an extra element. Leave it to the Catholics!
• The fabric is the most diverse- silk, satin, guipure, organza, velvet, tulle, chiffon.

Useful video

A wedding is a very important and solemn event, so the wedding dress should be appropriate. In the video, the clergyman's opinion about what a wedding dress should be like:

Conclusion

A wedding dress is not only an outfit for big day, but also a symbol of happiness and protection of the newly-made family. Modest, but no less beautiful, it is a guide to a life consecrated by a heavenly marriage. Therefore, it is worth choosing it so that after many years, when looking at photographs or a dress taken out of the box, you will feel tenderness and grace in your soul.

If you are going to get married in a church and do not know what dress to wear, then read the recommendations and tips in this article.

Getting married is a very important step in a young person's life. Sometimes couples get married immediately after the marriage ceremony, and sometimes they decide on this action only after some time has passed. After all, everything must be thoroughly considered, approached consciously to this important procedure.

For this action, it is required to prepare not only morally, but also to solve all other material aspects. In addition, a woman needs to look appropriate at the ceremony. Any wedding dress that is suitable for going to the registry office is not always suitable for a wedding. Let's study this issue in more detail.

Wedding dresses for overweight, pregnant women, aged women

The style of the wedding dress can be anything, the main thing is that it fits well on you, and is not short, too open. It is also important that the head and shoulders of the bride, wife be "covered". As a cape, you can use a veil or light openwork materials, tulle fabrics, etc.

But this digression, back to the dresses. Your dress cannot be longer than your knees. After all, the look of the bride's outfit speaks of her morals - this is what the clergy say. You should not wear translucent dresses, with a deep neckline and bare back.

What should be a wedding dress for an older woman?

Married couples pledge before God to be faithful to each other. The age at which a man and a woman can get married can be: up to 70 years old for men, up to 60 years old for women (inclusive). But for ladies of age, the question also arises of how to dress properly in order to look good and at the same time, so that everything is according to the dress code.

Now many women over forty look much younger than their years. Therefore, with the selection of a wedding dress, they should not have any problems. But if you already have noticeable age-related changes, then choose an outfit, guided by the following rules:

• Do not emphasize your waist with a too tight corset if you have extra pounds
• Wear a dress that will cover imperfections (wrinkles on the skin of the chest, flabby muscles on the shoulders, arms)
• Do not wear short dresses, priests advise wearing floor-length dresses for a wedding. In addition, a beautifully matched long outfit, on the contrary: will emphasize your figure, hide all the shortcomings of the legs, if any.
• Choose the tone of the dress according to your color type. It is allowed to wear not only white wedding dresses to the church (beige, golden, with blue, pink, green, lilac tint, etc.)

Wedding dresses for obese women, photo

Very big choice dresses in wedding salons for puffy ladies. Moreover, styles, fabrics are very diverse. Only to approach the choice of such clothes for the wedding must be thoroughly prioritized. Consider your body type.

1. For type - hourglass(when the shoulders and hips are visually proportional) straight dresses or fishtail dresses are well suited
2. For the “apple” type, there are dresses with the style of ancient Greek princesses, a puffy cut from the chest will successfully hide your tummy
3. For the pear type (narrow shoulders and heavy hips, visually larger than the upper body), outfits with semi-flared skirts, flared sun are suitable
4. For the type - an inverted triangle (broad shoulders, small pelvis), you need to choose A-line dresses

See beautiful options for wedding bows for full ladies:

A dress for a full girl with wide hips, a wedding cape or mantle will be an excellent addition to it.

For this dress you will need a light cape on the shoulders. Perfectly this outfit is suitable for girls with a pear, hourglass figure.

This dress will fit well on a girl with an apple body type.

Wedding dresses for pregnant women, photo

According to church interpretations: only innocent girls wear a white dress. It is advisable to follow traditions and look at dresses with different shades. If you still decide to get married in an interesting position, when the tummy is already clearly visible, then choose an image taking into account changes in your figure.

• In the second trimester of pregnancy, when you can't hide your tummy, wear a dress that won't fit around your waist.
• Also, A-line dresses and dresses in the Greek style are well suited.

Below are examples of such dresses.

Short wedding dress for pregnant women



Beautiful dress for a pregnant woman for a wedding ceremony in a church

What should be the wedding dress in the church? Photo

As mentioned above, in order not to spoil your wedding ceremony in the church, you need to prepare in advance and properly dress. If it is enough for a man to wear a decent suit, then women need to choose a modest, stylish, beautiful dress.

• The length of the dress should not be above the knees.
• Shoulders, chest, back should be covered if the style of the dress requires it.
• You can not choose an outfit made of translucent materials
• It is allowed to wear a dress with a train to church if it suits you. Just keep in mind that you will not only have to stand still during the wedding ceremony
• Colorful, bright colors - do not choose

Beautiful white, long dress made of thick fabric

wedding dress color

Above in the text, we have already mentioned what colors other than white can be chosen for a wedding dress. Of course, a bright red dress for the ceremony is not suitable, you should choose not such "flashy" colors.

Delicate shades of blue, purple, pink, green, etc. - would look great at a wedding. Pastel colors are allowed, beautiful if you wear a golden dress.

Visually see examples of shades, wedding dresses

Long wedding dresses

The most popular among the fair sex for the wedding procession are floor-length dresses.

Closed wedding dresses

Modesty always adorns a girl. Despite the fact that the dress is closed, it can still emphasize femininity, the natural beauty of a woman.

See a selection of closed, chic dresses

Lace wedding dresses

Among the huge variety wedding dresses, sometimes, it is difficult to choose “your own”, exactly the one that will emphasize all the charms and, at the same time, is suitable for the wedding ceremony. Lace dresses meet these criteria. Simple, modest wedding dresses

Now you will see simple, modest and at the same time stylish dresses for the wedding ceremony.

Is it possible to sell or wear a wedding dress after the wedding, take it to dry cleaning?

According to old signs, it is believed that the bride should keep her wedding dress all her life. You can’t sell it, don’t let it be measured, and even wash it, it’s up to the bride herself to remove stains. You cannot trust this matter to anyone. All this is done to save strong family to live long happy life married.

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A wedding is a significant event in a girl's life. And, if the bride chooses a wedding dress based on the latest innovations in wedding fashion, then a wedding dress requires certain rules and requirements. They must be followed.

In what you can go down the aisle with your loved one, what color should be the wedding dress, we will tell further. For now…

A bit of history

It so happened in Russia that the wedding of the young is a special church rite that connects two loving hearts. Prepared for it in advance. The girls chose the most beautiful outfit for themselves. Such was the magnificently embroidered sarafan and shirt. Most often, a sundress was chosen scarlet. The adjective "red" had two meanings: a direct relation to color and beautiful.

Since ancient times, after marriage, the girl went to her husband's family, forever saying goodbye to the former girlish way of life.

The church ceremony took place in an unattractive and sad outfit. History knows many facts when the wedding ceremony was held in a black dress and veil. At the end of the ceremony, the bride was waiting in a beautifully embroidered sundress. A symbol of a successful life.

In the XI-XIV centuries. the head of Russian brides was decorated with a wreath made from a piece of fabric (a strip 3-5 cm wide). A metal hoop was also used as a wreath. The bride's hair was loose or braided into two braids. Later, the kokoshnik became part of the wedding costume, and various ribbons were woven into the braids. married woman braiding was not accepted.

In the next 15th century, the brides were more fortunate. Brocade dresses were sewn for the wedding, skillful craftswomen decorated them with pearls. True, it was hard to wear such an outfit. The weight of festive clothes sometimes reached 10-15 kilograms.

In the meantime, the girls had to choose folk costumes of different colors. The outfits of noble ladies and peasant women differed only in expensive fabrics and the presence of precious stones on the product.

For the wedding, the future wife had to prepare several outfits. Brides, weddings and the feast itself were a significant reason to demonstrate yourself as a skilled needlewoman. After all, all the outfits were sewn by hand. Sometimes it took several years to make such a dress. The Russian girl's sundress was magnificent in its performance. The skills of the future wife were determined by finishing and embroidery.

The apron was worn on a sundress, thereby emphasizing the housekeeping of the girl. The wedding suit was sewn especially for the special celebration of the girls. And dressed for the first time for the wedding itself. In the 18th century, by decree of Peter the Great, court ladies had to walk in dresses sewn according to patterns of European fashion designers. The European style touched the wedding fashion as well. Catherine II changed the red color of her wedding dress to the color of water lily petals. She was the first to choose a white wedding dress. Thus a new tradition was born.

To this day, white color - the color of chastity, beauty and purity, purity, remains the main one when choosing a wedding dress.

In the late 1920s, church weddings were cancelled. Registration of marriage was carried out in the registry office. The young people did not plan special outfits, everyday clothes were used. Only in the second half of the twentieth century began to create collections of wedding dresses. The beauties purchased ordinary models of dresses or sewed to order. The styles were the same, no frills. The trim consisted of lace and ruffles.

It was impossible to get a beautiful wedding dress, a trouser suit, a wedding dress and it was a great rarity and good luck for the celebration. Today, wedding fashion has made its changes. And I must admit, this is a big plus. The bride herself can choose a dress in any style: empire, boho, vintage, rustic. Fashion designers offer the most diverse length: mini, midi, to the floor.

Along with white wedding dresses, bridal salons offer girls other colors: emerald, gold, lilac.

Very relevant style with a train. True, there are downsides to this choice. The train can interfere with the free movement of the bride.

The choice of wedding dresses is quite rich, modern girls only have to choose the right style.

What dress can you get married in

Despite a good choice wedding dresses, not every dress is suitable for a church ceremony. Here you will need some knowledge to make the holiday really a success. Which dress is better to choose, and which one is better to refrain from, our advice from stylists will help.

• The dress should not be very short and tight.
• Shoulders should be covered. good option in this case there will be a model with a bolero. Then in the evening in the restaurant, guests can be pleased with a completely different wedding image of the bride.
• The bride's head must be covered. A veil or hat will be a great addition to the dress.

Today, bridal salons offer a variety of cape hoods. Comfortable fashion item for a wedding. Skillful embroidery craftswomen, stunning design allows you to combine it with many styles of dresses.

• Do not choose a heavily decollete dress and sleeveless.

Popular styles and models

A wedding can take place at any age of a girl or woman. Therefore, we consider several options for dresses.

Wedding dress in Russian style

It's great when the bride decides to buy a dress in accordance with the traditions of Russian culture and Orthodoxy. The femininity and natural beauty of the girls is emphasized by an incomparable cut that can decorate any figure. Handmade contrast embroidery is always present on the product. This outfit is highly valued. Skilled craftswomen create exclusive embroidery.

Now sewing machines are equipped with special paws for embroidery, so Russian-style embroidery can be made to order.

The dress is moderately open, which does not contradict church rules. A lush hairstyle is decorated with a wreath, where the trim echoes the trim of the dress. Or weave a pearl wreath.

Simple and humble

Despite the title of the chapter, the dress for the bride looks quite impressive and incomparable. All thanks to exquisite fabrics, carefully selected for such an important event in the life of a girl. Simple and concise models will emphasize the innocence of the bride, adding femininity and tenderness to her image. simple dresses with minimal trim go well with a lace veil.

The veil is the decoration of the bride, without which not a single wedding could do before. Now any collection of designers dedicated to wedding fashion includes various options. Long and short veil, decorated with frill or flounces. Amazing embroidery is present on many models.

Lacy

Traditional lace is always in the minds of fashion designers. A floor-length dress with voluminous trim at the waist is a great choice for a wedding.

Pastel finishes are always used by designers when creating wedding masterpieces.

A transforming dress, when the skirt comes unfastened from the main product, will help to avoid some of the inconvenience associated with a long dress. And a two-in-one outfit is always a pleasant surprise for the bride. Expenses are already full.

Closed

A closed dress with lace sleeves will greatly simplify the preparation of a wedding dress. The veil and shoes will complete the image of the bride. Choose comfortable shoes so as not to spoil your holiday later. You will have to stand for a long time. Although the wedding lasts from 40 minutes to 1 hour, it will be difficult to endure it in high heels.

A dress with a stand-up collar is a good design idea to go down the aisle. There should not be any claims to this option from the side of the church. It's just perfect and great.

With long sleeve

Weddings can be scheduled for any day and season. The long sleeve dress is perfect for cool weather. As a rule, the style of the dress hides as much as possible female figure. But favorably emphasizing its beauty. Such a choice will exclude additional clothing.

Short-sleeve

A similar cut is welcomed by the church and stylists. It is comfortable and not hot in the room. Wedding boom and wedding not only falls on the summer season.

A snow-white coat, cape or fur coat will turn a girl into a fairy princess. Warm, incomparable and exciting for the holiday.

A cape is a luxurious accessory for wedding clothes. It completely covers the shoulders, chest, back. A model with a hood will solve the issue of a headdress. Using such a cape, you can think of an open dress.

For an older woman

Years are not a hindrance to go with your beloved spouse to the temple in order to seal their relationship with a church marriage. Many women look much younger than their age, so there should be no big problems with choosing a wedding dress.

Slenderness is an amazing decoration in itself. Such women can choose absolutely any style.

For those who, nevertheless, see age-related changes in themselves, the following tips from stylists will come in handy:

• It is better to refuse a corset if there are extra pounds.
• Choose a dress that will remove age-related changes: wrinkles on the skin of the chest, flabby muscles on the shoulders, arms.
• Dresses to the knees and below - the best option for a wedding.

Any festive dress in pastel colors, without a deep neckline, is suitable for such a ceremony. The hairstyle can be decorated with a special scarf-cape to match the dress. Modern manufacturers offer a fairly wide selection of such capes of various colors.

But, the wedding is a special event and I want the day to be remembered for a long time by everyone, both the heroes of the occasion and the guests. The next review will be devoted to dresses, the styles of which can be taken as the basis for creating a real wedding dress.

A fitted dress with a round neckline is an elegant outfit for a celebration. Pastel colors and a style that will make any figure slimmer.

The splendor of the outfit is always relevant for the holiday. Snow-white dress with a multi-layered skirt to match the lace veil. A moderately closed dress will throw off the years and add elegance to the bride.

A dress in the style of the 50s with a scattering of silver will create an exciting image of the bride. Stiletto heels and a hairstyle incomparably laid back will complement the wedding look.

V-neck dress - modesty combined with lace creates a laconic image of the bride.

For full

A non-standard figure can be decorated as incomparably as a graceful one. Greek dress will hide any figure flaws.

Silhouette A balances a large bust with narrow, triangle-shaped hips.

Owners of the figure "apple" and "pear" should take a closer look at wedding dresses with a flared skirt. A fluffy skirt will hide such a flaw.

For pregnant

Did your wedding date coincide with pregnancy? Girls, pay attention to the silhouette of the dress. The first months of the best female condition, when the tummy is just beginning to show through, is best hidden by an A silhouette dress.

The Greek style, where the waist is too high, will successfully hide the first 2 trimesters of pregnancy, and the subsequent period, when the rounded shapes of the bride are already clearly visible, on the contrary, will emphasize the status of the expectant mother.

According to church canons, only an innocent girl can wear a white wedding dress. Newlyweds, we are in a delicate position, you need to look at other colors.

Fabrics and materials

The fabric gives the dress an amazing beauty. Observing wedding etiquette, the wedding dress is sewn from almost the same fabrics as the wedding attire.

• Exquisite satin is one of the suitable fabrics for a wedding dress. Its matte sheen and good drape will create a real masterpiece.
• Silk is the second contender for tailoring a festive costume. The material in its characteristics and beauty is not nearly inferior to satin. Hygroscopic, easy to drape, dries quickly.
• Chiffon is a flying, almost weightless fabric. The breathable material will make you feel great in any place.
• Many wedding dresses are not complete without amazing lace. Festive material adorns any outfit. His designs are amazing and beautiful.
• Organza. An excellent material for creating festive clothes. Organza is beautiful and weightless. From the moment it appeared, it immediately gained great popularity. Its translucency allows you to sew flirty dresses and sundresses.

Length

Unlike traditional wedding dresses, not all dresses are suitable for a wedding. According to the established rules and church canons, the mini is a categorical no! The mini will have to be abandoned completely. Alas, this is what the church demands. But that's no reason not to get married. There is always a way out.

Midi (up to the knee and a little lower) - it is from this length that the bride should look for models in wedding salons. A wedding ceremony is a long event and you need to be ready to move smoothly and quickly.

A dress to the floor is chosen quite often. After all, a holiday should be a holiday. Maxi will hide everything superfluous and make the bride slimmer.

There is still an exception. Girls don't tall do not choose long outfits. Look at the midi. The best choice for a wedding.