Shades of a White Wedding Dress

White: a color without hue at one extreme end of the scale of grays, opposite to black. A white surface reflects light of all hues completely and diffusely. Most so-called whites are very light grays: fresh snow, for example, reflects about 80 percent of the incident light, but to be strictly white, snow would have to reflect 100 percent of the incident light. It is the ultimate limit of a series of shades of any color. (Dictionary.com)

Long gone are the days of only having "white" wedding gowns to choose from.  For example, the gown shown above - Sydney's Closet Eternal Grace - is actually Ivory.  Too many, at quick glance we would call it White.  But for many brides the shade can be very important.  It may be a factor in the wedding theme, bridesmaids dresses, or personal taste.

It is important to know the specific names of the shades of white, and what shades they each represent.  As you can see by the few examples we pictured here, the difference can be quite a bit.  

 

Sydney's Closet at Prom and Bridal Show at the Atlanta Apparel Mart

Thanks to all the buyers from across the U.S. and around the world who visited us yesterday during  Preview Day of the big Prom and Bridal Show at the Atlanta Apparel Mart.  We were very busy in Room 10N302 having fun showing our Spring 2012 Collection of plus size dresses for Prom 2012, Bridal and Evening. The Fashion Team loved seeing our friends from stores that already carry Sydney’s Closet Signature Collection.

Buyers from TJ Formal in Joplin, MO got an extra big hug!  We were relieved to know that their huge store and homes escaped any damage from the deadly tornado.
We’re super excited to welcome stores from Mississippi, Indiana and Pennsylvania to our ever-growing list of retail partners authorized to carry our Signature Collections.
Of course it’s still too early in the show to pick the top sellers, but if Preview Day is any indication , style SC3028, a dreamy one-strap ball gown with beaded bodice and tulle skirt
layered in violet and blue is going to be a glam slam!  So will SC7048, a one-shoulder  A-line formal dress in an  attention-getting multi-color graphic print with a dramatic sweep skirt.
We re-open the showroom at 9 AM Wednesday when the five-day show officially starts.  If you’re in Atlanta, please come see us at the show!  We’d love to show you the line.

Location, location, location...for saying "I do"!

Over the years wedding dress styles have changed to help fit not only the different body styles of brides, but also their personalities.  Brides and Grooms have also given creativity to the venue where their wedding is held. 


Church: Traditionally weddings are held in a church, synagogue, or similar place of worship.  This is probably still the most common of venues.  It's familiar, and often most comfortable for attendees.


Back yard: For a variety of reasons, the Bride and Groom may choose to have the ceremony in the back yard of a parent's house, or perhaps a friends.  Often an arbor is made, and if the weather is unpredictable a tent can be used for cover. 


Beach: Also on the simple side is a beach wedding.  The bride may chose a shorter, more casual dress, and the groom in more casual attire as well.  With the wind in your hair, and the sand in your toes, the mood is often more playful and relaxed.


Vineyard: One of the newest "hot" venues is to say your nuptials at a vineyard.  These venues are catching on to the new craze and some even help you create the reception on the grounds as well.  Some bridal couples are wine enthusiasts, and others love the idea of an outdoor wedding, but want something more than the back yard or different than the beach.


Mansion: For the Bride and Groom that want a bit more, there is the option of renting out a mansion.  Some offer the wedding on the grounds, some inside, and many include the reception at the same location.  As you may have guessed, these weddings tend to be a bit more upscale, both in style and in cost.


Yacht: Taking it totally off land you can rent a charter boat , aka Yacht.  It's a bit more tricky to hold the ceremony on board, but you do keep everyone in one area to then have the reception as you cruise the waters.

Wedding Guide for Plus Size Brides Hot off the Press

Thanks to Chamein Canton for acknowledging Sydney's Closet as a top retailer for plus size wedding dresses in her new book "Down That Aisle in Style! A Wedding Guide for Full-Figured Women" Chamein weaves her considerable experience in the wedding industry to help curvy brides look and feel their best on their wedding day.