Wedding Dresses For The Older Bride: What You Need To Know
Just like any bride, the most important thing when choosing a wedding dress is that you feel comfortable on your big day. Believe it or not, there are no rules when it comes to picking a gown for the more mature bride. It’s simply about making sure that you look and feel amazing! With that in mind, we’ve got a few tips to help you find the perfect dress…
Know Your Style
The older we get, the more confident we become in our personal style. If you’re planning a wedding in your 50s, 60s or beyond, you’re probably very aware of what suits you (and what doesn’t!) and you’ll be less likely to feel pressurised into following bridal trends.
Thankfully, Bys Vyken Bridal are proud to stock a range of wedding dresses that suit all kinds of tastes, from traditional to modern and boho! There are even dresses that can be customised according to your preferences, such as Shikoba’s stunning statement dress, Flora, which can come with a short or full-length slip and even optional fringing on the sleeves! Whatever your style, we can help you embrace your uniqueness on your special day.
To Sleeve Or Not To Sleeve?
One of the bonuses to knowing your style and your body so well is that older brides tend to know which parts they want to show off and which bits they’d rather keep hidden. Something we hear a lot from older brides is that they don’t want to show off the tops of their arms. Whilst we think all bodies are beautiful here at Bys Vyken Bridal, we always listen to our brides and ensure they feel completely comfortable on their big day!
If you’re an older bride and you’d prefer an elegant long sleeved look, we have plenty of wedding dresses to recommend, such as the beautiful Jackson, by Marylise. This modern classic can also be altered for less of a plunging neckline, if that’s another area you’d prefer to cover up. Of course, if you’re looking for short or strappy sleeves, don’t fret, we’ve got dresses for you, too!
Dress For Your Shape, Not Your Age!
We all know that age is nothing but a number. When it comes to wedding dress shopping, the best thing to consider is your body shape. We’ve mentioned that some older brides dislike sleeveless dresses, but a body is more than just arms!
For the curvier bride, we recommend choosing a dress that flows across your figure. An A-line dress flatters most body shapes and an empire-line will elongate your body.
Another style that can be hugely flattering is a fit and flare. These dresses are designed to hug the body in all the right places and can be particularly effective for an hourglass figure. We recommend checking out San Diego by Marylise, for a classic, romantic bridal look. No matter your age, think about your body shape and what parts you want to accentuate and which areas you’d prefer not to draw attention to.
Be A Material Girl!
The material you choose for your wedding dress is always important, but can be even more so for the older bride.
Lace, for example, is a light and timeless fabric that is not only soft against the skin, but adds elegance and is flattering on all body shapes. Posie, from our Serene by Madi Lane collection, can be chosen with or without long sleeves and with or without a front split, so brides can choose to customise their wedding dress to suit their preference, all whilst adorning themselves in this classic fabric.
You’ll want to consider the breathability of the material you choose, as well as the ease of movement you have whilst wearing it. Crepe is a super flattering fabric that many brides turn to, regardless of their age. Crepe wedding dresses tend to be light and breathable. Or Blanc, by Rembo Styling, features cap sleeves and a full, crepe skirt with a court train. Sensual, soft and modern – perfect for a bride who wants to keep cool and dance the night away with ease!
As we get older, comfort becomes even more of a priority, so choosing the right fabric for your wedding dress is an absolute must.
