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Show THE SENTINEL Your bridal gown Dreams of a once in a lifetime wedding are not complete without a dress that is as special as the occasion. Bridal gown creations can fulfill any form of dream. There is much to choose from in styling, fabric, and color. Whatever your choice, you can realize your dream at a reasonable price. If tradition and romance are your style, picture yourself wearing a princess style satin gown with a long train and veiling topped by a crown of orange blossoms. Or consider a family heirloom gown worn by several brides in your family. Simplicity of the present is expressed by a gown in pliant silk or nylon jersey. And from an may adapt anything Hawaiian lei to a sheer sari for distinctive wedding attire. Selecting a wedding gown is of matter a primarily appropriateness. The season, time of the ceremony and budget are basic guidelines. In addition, it is customary to avoid extremely low cut necklines and to remember that wedding guests view the gown from the back throughout the ceremony. Sleeves are usually long on formal wedding gowns. Short or sleeves are suitable for less formal summer weddings. , Wedding gowns don't have to be stark white. Choose a shade most becoming to you. Off white colors bridal ivory are: eggshell, heirloom with worn lace), (usually th e, antique tones and candlelight. Some pastels go well with candle-- . light effects. Nearly any dress can be ordered in the shade you want if you plan far enough ahead. Satin is the traditional wedding gown fabric and is appropriate for any season. However, lighter fabrics are more common for summer. dotted Swiss, Organza, embroidered voile and cotton Cluny JT mm garden wedding. There is one source of wedding advice that is correct and efficient and usually available at no charge. Look for the bridal gift consultant in stores in your community. These may be in specialty stores, large department stores or jewelry shops. The bride may select china, crystal or silver patterns at the smaller shops. In addition, the larger stores may carry all types of invitations and announcements as well as kitchenware, linen and bath bridal registry. Some stores combine their trousseau and gift departments for convenience. The main purpose of the bridal registry service is to keep a record of all the bride's pattern selections and see that no duplications are made. For the reception some gift will supply consultants punch git m Ifett -- j' :4 .v I ; bowls, candle cups, silver trays, platters, holders and silver tea service. The style of the bridal gown and degree of formality of the ceremony guide the choice of a veil, too. A long veil covers the dress train and measures V2 yard longer than the extended train. These are often imported silk illusion made in a circlet style. Several circles cascade around the bride's head and the shorter circle is brought forward over the bride's face. Lace veils may bonnets be made up as trimmed in lace, as caps or caught d at the crown with a comb. A lace scarf worn mantilla fashion and secured with flowers makes an elegant veil. The veil and accompanying head-dres- s should be becoming and in harmony with the bridal gown. The headdress forms a frame for the face and should be complimentary to the coiffure. Some types of headdresses are: wreaths, crowns, caps, and crisscross turbans, flower-covere- Make A Wedding Page bands with decorative trimmings. For the finishing touches, shoes should be closed toe and heel. Most importantly they should be comfortable for the amount of standing that will be done. Hose should be sheer, pale beige or flesh colored. Gloves are optional. Traditionally, above the elbow gloves are worn at formal weddings with short sleeved gowns. Short gloves have been considered less formal. No jewelry with colored stones is worn unless it is a wedding gift from the groom. And for a final reminder, shoes are dyed to match the dresses. The bride decides if the attendants wear gloves. No distracting jewely is worn. Before embarking on the happy task of choosing treasures for her future home, the bride should visit the bridal registry of a large department store and a shop that specializes in gifts for the home. Take a list of the gifts you would like to receive. A sample checklist is given below. It is up to you to advise your friends and relatives about the stores where you have listed your gift preferences. It's best to register your list before If you select your partem at e. one of them, their services are free. Everything You Need for Receptions Showers Dinners Champagne Fountain Silver Service China Glassware Linen Bridal Cake Knife Punch Bowls Chafing Dishes Flatware Electric Coffee Makers Wine Coolers Portable Bars Coat & Hat Racks Rectangular Tables Round Tables Bridge Tables Chairs Candelabras Silver Ice Bucket Serving Trays And Many Other Items Send for Free price list sending out wedding invitations. Then you and your husband-to-b- e can finalize decisions on the patterns you have selected. Bridal gift consultant shops are very helpful to the bride and her mother during the wedding and their information is accurate and up- - 10520 S. 700 E. 571-229- 2 FORMAL Bride: white gown, Long, train and veil; sleeves; usually long gloves optional. Attendants: Long dresses to harmonize or match; matching shoes; gloves optional. Mothers: Daytime long or short dresses; long or short sleeves; hat, veil or hair ornament; gloves. , Evening long evening gown with veil or hair ornament or short cocktail dress with small hat; gloves. cBttdb to be come in crnd see The Valley's Largest Selection of Wedding Gowns SEMI-FORMA- L Last Forever With Silk or Fresh FOR THE BRlDE!CJ 3200 West 7770 South West Jordan Bride: Long, white dress; long or short sleeves; short or no train; short veil opt. ; gloves opt. Attendants: Same length and degree of formality as bride's gown. Mothers: Long or short gowns or suits; head covering; gloves. INFORMAL DAYTIME Bride: Short afternoon or cocktail dress or suit; small headdress, 569-177- 7 Sloral Mon.-Saturda- y 10a.m.-10p.- m 3 Registering your gifts are favorite cool summer wedding fabric choices. Lustrous satin and rich taffeta make popular fall and winter gowns. Velvet is a dramatic December wedding fabric choice. There are three lengths of bridal trains. Brush trains are very short and "brush" the floor. Chapel trains are about one to three feet long. The most formal cathedral train is over six feet in length. All are about the width of a church aisle. They are extention of the usually a back-lin- e gown and may be cut down without destroying the style. Trains are chosen to be suitable to the formality and location of the ceremony. Few would consider a cathedral train appropriate at Thursday, Feb. 23, 1984 bridal hat or short veil opt. Attendants: Same style as bride; hat or small headdress optional. Mothers: Short afternoon or cocktail dresses or suits. INFORMAL EVENING Bride: Long dinner dress, short cocktail dress or suit; headdress opt. Attendants: Same style as bride. Mothers: Same length as bride's gown '" Tuxes Gift Registers .... Hats Garters invitations ml. anoes Veils Bridal Books Hf? Avoid Tux Trouble Pick up tuxes two days early for a proper fit .Atice's Bridal Land 9400 s. 700 E. g 571 Ol I |
