So, I'm thinking about getting a dress which isn't white. Firstly I don't look good in it, and secondly I don't want to subscribe to wearing white because I'm pure and virginal on my wedding day (as I'm not). My mum is supportive of this, but I'm not sure what my H2B's family will think of it. Is anyone else going for a colour other than white? I'm looking at some pretty stunning prom dresses, which are hundreds of pounds cheaper than the equivalent wedding dresses.
CommentAuthorEnny
not a lot of girls go for white these days as it doesnt suit most of them... most likely they go for ivory/cream/champagne... friend of mine got married in red (5years ago) ... liking the idea though but to be honest haven't found a dress which I like which isn't going to be in any of those said colors (tried one which was cream/rose very pretty though) if u wanna go for it go ahead its lovely thinking and tbh it reminds me of something which has been said in comedy roadshow as women threw themselves in a white dress and play the virgin whole day long :D made me laugh but yeah so true :) go for it hun!!!x
CommentAuthorEnny
and i think it doesnt matter what h2b family thinks as long h2b loves u in the dress why not :) its ur day ur way xx
CommentAuthorlili1988
I completely agree hun, I am marrying in Violet!
I was slightly worried what my inlaws would think, but luckily they support my decision and hopefully yours will too! You have to remember though that this is yours and your h2b's day, so as long as you are both happy they should be too! explain it to them but don't make a big deal about it and they probably wont either!
I hope this helps
Much love Lili
xx
CommentAuthorMagicFairies
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i don't think it matters. i originally wanted my dress to be champagne or gold. but was given a vintage cream lace wedding dress i loved from a friend, i wouldn't have taken it unless it was perfect - i love everything about it :)
choose the dress you love - don't worry so much about the colour. if you are happy and confident with your choice everyone will notice how stunning you look on the day :D xxx
Mines a latte colour, in my album under bits and bobs, so H2B doesn't find it!
WARNING:
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CommentAuthorsharon
my dress is big and red and i love it,pic on my profile,go with what makes you happy thats all that matters xx
CommentAuthorKaz
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Just had a peek sharon, it's amazing!
WARNING:
I say the first thing I think of!
CommentAuthorhattie89
Sharon - that's gorgeous. I think my sister (one of my bridesmaids)'s eyes just popped out! I've put a link to the one I really want on my wall.
CommentAuthorKaz
The petrol colour hattie?
WARNING:
I say the first thing I think of!
CommentAuthorhattie89
Nope, I was thinking about the royal blue one. The petrol one is nice though.
CommentAuthorsharon
thank you for the nice comments ladies,hattie the dress is lovely and the colour is great xx
CommentAuthorJane
mine is ivory satin bodice n skirting with ivory lace and blk roses with a two tone burgandy princess sash with a black lace one shoulder strap then a ivory satin beleron lace jacket with tulip sleeves
yay soon 2 be Lady Jane Bradbury
CommentAuthorTinsel
I'm having white as we are having a black and white theme. But have what you want - pink, green, red, orange, gold, silver, brown, whatever! You need to wear what you'll feel comfortable in and don't worry about what other people think x
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CommentAuthorEnny
wow pretty dress hattie :)
also had a look at the red dress nice :) also the latte one is pretty wow wow wow :)
CommentAuthormrs handforth
ive got a pink,ivory and gold dress with pink ribbon round waist,x
CommentAuthorBarbieBride
Mrs Handforth2be - We have the same dress!! lol, its gorgeous isn't it! I fell in love straight away and had to have it :) xx
CommentAuthormrs handforth
yep it certainly is gorgeous,did u get urs from berketex? xx
CommentAuthorkimmy
If it's what you want then go for it :D
CommentAuthorBarbieBride
Yes I did :) Its beautiful, did you get yours from there too? xx
CommentAuthorshellay
it doesnt matter whatever colour you wear, i think there are some lovely coloured dresses out there, i am having a dark ivory colour, but i dont like to stand out, but i do love the red and purple colour dresses that some brides seem to wear these days :) x
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CommentAuthormrs handforth
yes i did,im glad i chose it now,it was the 1 that made me cry x
CommentAuthorA.Bird2b
I'm planning on an ivory dress with sage or teal accessories and trim. A lot of people don't wear white these days and I can understand why. White doesn't suit my skin tone (even with my very light fake tan it washes me out) and I would worry all day about staining it irreparably.
CommentAuthorLaura
I am having ivory.....
Its your day and if nobody likes it, then it's tough s***!! x
CommentAuthorKayteeG
I'm wearing white as we're not doing a lot of things traditionally but I've always wanted a white dress for my wedding - since I was a little girl. I'm not pure and virginal either (we have a 17 months old daughter together) and I was worried about people thinking it was wrong of me to wear white, but at the end of the day I'm not getting married in a church so I don't think it really matters. I think if you want to wear a different colour then you should - it's your choice and you should be able to wear what you want x
CommentAuthorLiz3yy
I'm thinking of wearing a silvery grey dress as I too don't like white.
Can't wait until the day I become Mrs. Johnson :)
CommentAuthorAmy
I'm having a silver/blue dress and it's gorgeous. Shame for my H2B as his fave colour is white but hey ho not his choice!! I wanted something a bit different yet special at the same time so I'm well chuffed. Unfortunately though someone let slip that my dress isn't white to him and although he said he dosn't want to know to her she said it again, so now there is a little part of me that wants to order a white dress now. But mines already half paid for and being made, just wish I hadn't been so trusting with the information now though! :-(
So if it's a surprise for your H2B be careful who you tell xx
CommentAuthorB2B2017
I also dont think it matters what colour dress you wear aslong as your happy and comfortable with the dress you choose thats all that matters :)
I havent gone for a white dress, The one Ive chosen is a hazelnut colour. I personally wouldnt go for a white dress either, If I hadnt gone for that dress I usually would prefer Ivory/champagne to White.
Sarah xx
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CommentAuthorKinkyemo
Mines black and red :D
CommentAuthor*Layls*
For those who want a silver/blue coloured dress and havnt found one maggie sottero have one called dominique, the website does it no justice at all its paler in person and gorgeous! :) My colour is called alabaster, similar to ivory/champagne x
CommentAuthorMel D
I had an ivory dress. I was going to have a red Chinese style dress, and have the bridesmaids in Chinese style dresses too (in dark blue so color scheme was going to be blues), but one of bridesmaids was awkward and said she didn't want to wear a Chinese dress as she doesn't like clingy shiny material and doesn't like high necklines.
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CommentAuthorKayteeG
Amy that sounds gorgeous - do you have photos? I'm a fan of blue/silver - it's our colour scheme!
CommentAuthorSheWolf
The dress I've bought is red, but I'm rethinking it now. I bought it off Ebay as a bundle with a load of other stuff (bridesmaid dresses, shoes, veil, pageboy's outfit etc) and I'm waiting for it to arrive now so I can try it on.
CommentAuthorGregorysGirl
My dress isn't white, it is oyster pink with ivory tulle under the skirt. I was worried my h2b would hate it as when he found out it wasn't white or ivory he overreacted thinking I was going to wear red or black and make our church wedding into a theatrical performance! I had a shout back though and told him it was a lovely dress and did he really want to see it to shut him up. It worked, he shut up, lol. Everyone that has seen it has said it is lovely and suits me, my MOH even said that I am not traditional and a white classic dress wouldn't have worked for me. You have to go with what feels right for you and everyone else can just take a run and jump, you are the one wearing it and who will have lovely memories of wearing it. xx
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CommentAuthorClairebear67
It doesnt make any difference what colour you decide on wearing and i shouldnt think your H2bs family will be bothered if you decide not to have white, alot of brides decide not to have white, Its your dress at the end of the day. x
CommentAuthorEnny
gregorysgirl ur dress looks fab :) i tried a dress which was going to be ivory/ream with pink that was gorgeous too :) so far my choice has been with ivory though but we will see have over 2years still time :D
CommentAuthorAmy
Hi Kaytee... bloomin heck it took much trawling to find this thread again!! Anyway I had my fitting of MY actual dress on Saturday and my sis took some pics so if you want to take a peek, feel free as they are now in my albums.
:-)
CommentAuthorAurora
what does it matter what others think? you have to be happy!!
Im wearing a black dress!
excited alternative bride trying to do things our way!
CommentAuthorrocketqueen
My dress is red. Although I did try a White dress that was nice, it's not really me. my friends never expected me to wear White, nor did my mum or sister. H2B's parents are v old fashioned but colour of dress is a secret so they won't see til I make my big entrance! H2B doesn't know what colour, he thinks I'll turn up in a "fitted cream dress without much bling" ... He is sooo wrong haha... I have a pic on here that proves it. Wedding dresses are very personal, I think it's important to wear what you want and love rather than a dress you think you should wear xx
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CommentAuthorloubylou
my dress is light gold. and i dont care what anyone thinks really i love it and thats all that should matter. i agree with the others not many girls wear white now adays. as long as you are happy thats all that counts :) x
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CommentAuthorMinniemoocher
My dress is Red - in my profile pic and album; I'm SOOOOOOOO excited about it; it's Benjamin Alexander and is a beaut; it's refreshing to read you ladies are bucking the trend and going for something unique x
CommentAuthorkaz44
I'm having a silver and crystal dress, firstly because i just don't suit white and secondly because i'm gonna be 44 and feel a bit old for the white wedding thing haha.. as many have said it's up to u the bride what u wear it's ur big day and whatever makes us happy will make it the perfect day for us individually x
