Dress

A dress sash can be worn with sparkly rhinestones, crystals, a mix of gemstones and pearls, lace with tiny crystal beads, or anything you’d like to add a shimmery, sparkly embellishment. How do you embellish a lace wedding dress? A lace appliqué is ready to sew on the dress. If using lace, select a small […]

Since rhinestones are normally applied to your clothes with glue, it can be hard to wash and dry them without snagging the stones or melting the glue. Try washing your rhinestone clothing delicately in a washer or by hand to keep your garments looking sparkly for years to come. How do you get rhinestones to […]

Beading. If you like the look of a beaded wedding dress, you have lots of options. Crystal and glass beads are the most popular beaded embellishments, and they come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, so your seamstress can apply beading to create a look that’s as subtle or ornate as you like. […]

Ruching is made by creating two or more parallel lines of gathering. Shirring is a gathering technique done with elastic thread, which creates a stretchy garment. Is ruching the same as shirring? Ruching creates a rippled or folded aesthetic that equally distributes fabric throughout a garment. Shirring is when two or more rows of fabric […]

December 21, 2020 By Maris Olsen. Ruching is when fabric is gathered along a seam to provide decoration or fullness. You may have seen it before on sheers (like in the skirt pictured above) or swimsuits, but there are so many opportunities for ruching in patternmaking. What does side ruched mean? 3. 3. The definition […]

10 Ways to Style Your Little Black Dress for Winter Throw a patterned scarf over your dress to keep your chest and neck covered. Dress down your LBD with a beanie and chunky boots. Layer printed or shimmery tights underneath to keep warm and add a bit of personality. Cozy up in a cute patterned […]

First created by the fine-jewelry maker Cartier in 1927, a double clip brooch was a pin-backed mount for two dress clips, so they could be worn together as one brooch or as two separate jewels. Dress clips were already enormously popular in the 1920s because of their versatility. What is a clip in jewelry? A […]

Five ways to make your wedding dress unique Add a back necklace. Back necklaces are having a moment and are particularly suited to plunging backs or dresses which are entirely backless. Choose detachable sleeves. Consider dip-dye. Opt for a cover-up. Enhance with embellishments. What can I add to my wedding dress? Here are 10 ways […]

We know that black isn’t always the first colour you pick for a celebration but we also know you can totally throw on a black dress and still look festive. Can you wear a black dress on holiday? Wearing black doesn’t have to be boring or reminiscent of a solemn occasion! The holidays are actually […]

Fur clips were worn on furs and were designed in such a way so as not to damage the fur. The fur clip was typically longer than dress clips and were pinned on to the fur by two sharp swivelling prongs attached to the back of the clip. This is why fur clips are also […]

What is festive attire? Festive attire means “cocktail attire” or “don’t show up in jeans and a sweatshirt, please,” more often than not. Knowing your audience is extra important here as this dress code is a direction from your host to let you know what kind of party they want to have. What is Christmas […]

9 Ways To Keep Your Wedding Simple Make your guest list the A-list. Hire a wedding planner/day-of coordinator. Pick a venue or setting that looks great au naturel. Get married and have your reception in the same place! Embrace “All Inclusive”. Give your wedding party fashion freedom. Shorten the timeline! What makes a classy wedding? […]

The look: Non-fussy, slightly masculine and ultra-sexy, the European rich girl works statement vintage pieces like a Chanel jacket or YSL mini in with slouchy tailoring, menswear items and perfectly tousled (but never messy) hair. Think expensive sunglasses, a plunging party dress and statement outerwear. What would a rich girl wear? There are few particular […]

Here are seven ways you can still go shopping when you’re broke — because it’s completely doable. Wait For The Sales. Focus On Accessories Instead. Shop Way Less, But Buy More Expensive. Go Thrifting. Buy For Opposite Seasons. Put A Limit On Your Fun Purchases. Don’t Shop — Hunt Instead. How can I buy clothes […]

This can vary tremendously, but it is traditionally accepted that a luxury wedding budget will range from approximately $100k to $500k, and a budget above and beyond $500k are considered “ultra luxury”. How do you plan a luxury wedding? 19 Clever Ways to Plan a Luxury Wedding on a Budget TAKE YOUR TIME. A long […]

How to Look Good on a Budget Shop at outlets or thrift stores. Stock up on basics. Go for solid colors and timeless prints. Pick out silk, satin, and tweed items. Mix and match the pieces you have. Scoop up a few pairs of high-quality shoes. Add color and style to your look with accessories. […]

A Black Tie Wedding at a High-End Venue “Yes, it’s formal, and yes, men need to wear a tux!” For women’s wedding guest attire, lean toward a floor-length gown – and even consider a train. What should a guest wear to a fancy wedding? Evening wear is most appropriate here. For men, this typically means […]

5 Unique Details That Will Make Your Bridal Gown Stand Out Covered buttons down the back. For gowns that provide a glamorous and timeless appeal, beautiful covered buttons can be a stunning complement to any dress. Three-dimensional flowers or appliqués. Statement bow. Impeccable fit. Detailed back. How do you make a simple wedding dress stand […]

Ten tips to look elegant and classy on a budget 1 Keep it simple. Remember that less is more. 2 Wear flattering clothes. 3 Always look immaculate. 4 Invest in quality fabrics. 5 Invest in your grooming. 6 Choose expensive looking colours. 7 Wear monochrome. 8 Add statement pieces. How can I look nice with […]

How to get a beautiful budget wedding dress – 10 tips to look expensive and classy Go all in with accessories! Get rid of the extra layers underneath and go for a minimalist look. Give the dress extra layers to make a real impact. Add a wrap, cape, sleeves or bolero to a strapless dress. […]