Sunday, August 10, 2008

Bustle It Up!

From ceremony to reception the bride transforms her look before she is introduced to her friends and family as the new Mrs. Typically, a cathedral veil is replaced by shorter veil or no veil at all. Then, the gown gets bustled (to shorten the train) by the maid of honor before she starts her first dance with her hubby.

In the past the trains were detachable and removed once the ceremony was over. These days the bustle has become the trademark of the reception look. The two options, french and traditional, are available in most gowns. A french bustle(my pick) is more complicated to put up, but makes for a unique look in the back of the gown. Any where from two to 30 colored ties are connected underneath the gown forcing the silk fabric and buttons to overlap(similar to the image shown). The traditional bustle uses a button and loop or a hook and eye. It creates two drapes on the side.

There are several variations of the french and traditional bustle. Please ask your consultant to show you both options. Don't worry, your seamstress will show you both options again before you make your selection.

Make sure to vote on your favorite bustle!
Posted by Tali ~ Solutions Bridal at 3:02 PM
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