Wedding dresses in the Greek style
Gentle, flowing, graceful, feminine, similar to the clothes of the goddess - yes, and that is all of them - wedding dresses in the Greek style. Of course, the list of their advantages can be listed endlessly. This is one of the most popular styles that girls of the whole world choose for their wedding.
Such a memorable event, I want to be on top. The endless search for the perfect dress ... Maybe it is worth trying on it? We decided to talk about it in more detail.
Style features
Each style of a wedding dress has its own unique features. It can be a fluffy skirt, an interesting form of neckline, waist line, amazing decor and much more. It's time to highlight the main features of our dress in the Greek style.
- This dress perfectly emphasizes the silhouette. His gentle graceful lines and falling fabrics look just seductive. This is one of the most feminine styles in the wedding world of fashion.
- At the same time, it is very convenient, does not hinder movement. You simultaneously feel the comfort and beauty. Dresses are usually sewn from thin fabrics, it is ideal for a summer wedding.
- Its distinctive features are lightweight fabrics, waist line, gently made frill and drape. It would seem that wedding dresses in the Greek style have approximately the same style, jewelry and textures. However, this is not the case. It turns out that among them there is a diversity, which we will consider in this article.
Designers do not stop there. In their collections every season you can see all the new images, models and decorative elements.
To suit
Dresses in the Greek style are suitable for girls with absolutely any type of figure.
Slender girls will help to look seductive, make the silhouette even more elegant, emphasize the chest, the beauty of the hands. If you are not tall, then a long skirt of thin fabric will help fix it. Pleat and vertical pleats add height.
The flowing fabrics are suitable also for plump girls, with the help of them you can present your figure in a favorable light. For such persons - this is a real find. Evaluate your figure and decide which flaws you would like to hide. Focus on your merits.
Hide problem areas by focusing on other parts of the body. For example, neckline, hands, hair and makeup. Views of others will be fixed on these bright details of the image.
At the same time, high waist dresses and a trapezoid bottom will hide your flaws, for example, on the hips or buttocks.
For pregnant women fit certain models in the Greek style, hiding the "interesting position." These are models with high waist and, of course, thin flowing fabrics that create delicate folds under the breast. That folds and drapes will help hide the tummy.
Popular styles and models
Dresses in the Greek style have a number of styles, they should be considered in detail.
The waistline in this dress can also vary. She can be clearly on the waist line, a little taller or have a high waist. The last option is especially relevant lately. It happens that the waistline is underlined like a wide belt, separated from the chest and almost to the waist.
High waist and floor length visually lengthen the figure, pulling all the lines. This is an ideal option for short ladies, especially if you wear shoes with high, comfortable heels.
The top can also be in different versions.
Strapless - emphasizes the perfect lines of the chest, neck and shoulders. This is a bold option and is suitable for girls with a slim silhouette. He focuses on the face and hair.
This top involves a variety of cutouts. One of them - a cutout in the shape of a heart. It will suit more owners of small breasts, the neckline will visually enlarge the breast.
If you prefer dresses with straps, there are several options here too. Spaghetti straps lend a sophisticated look. They can be sewn from the same fabric as the dress. But sometimes designers resort to art and use threads with pearls.
Draped straps - can be narrow or wide. Wide fit those who wish to hide the shoulders or the fullness of the hands. But the narrow will look harmoniously on the girls slim structure.
Cross over one shoulder is one of the variations of such dresses. Naked shoulder, of course, will give you even more femininity. Often, the armhole can be made of another material, such as lace or transparent fabric.
This style is suitable for girls with small breasts, as it allows you to sew cups. The same can be said about the next style.
Drapery cross to cross on the chest - the trend of recent years. This design solution in combination of folds on the chest adds originality, emphasizes the beauty of the hands.
Dresses, giving personality - dresses with sleeves. They emphasize the grace of hands. Sleeve may be long or 3/4. Depending on the cut: bat sleeve, straight cut or flared shape; and also a sleeve on one shoulder.
Sleeves can be sewn from a transparent material, lace or the same fabric as the dress. If your wedding takes place in a cool season - then a dress with a long sleeve is a suitable option.
In addition to the asymmetrical top of the dress, namely, the armholes on one shoulder, the bottom can be asymmetrical.
In the fashion of multi-layer, the bottom can be made of several layers of the thinnest fabric. They may be located asymmetrically. This allows the skirt to flow when walking even more elegantly.
Luxurious dresses with a train. The main thing that the fabric was chosen correctly. A train is an elongated part of the skirt that flows along the floor. Beautifully looks drop down train, usually coming from the belt of the dress. It can be of different lengths.
The train certainly has a number of advantages, it looks very elegant and solemn. However, it has several drawbacks. In a dress with a long train you will not feel comfortable for a long time. It is better to choose a shorter cable. There are models with a removable train, with hidden buttons.
To make the train look airy, it is sewn from such fabrics as chiffon, tulle or organza, another option is lace. Effectiveness is given by the details repeating finishing of an upper part of a dress.
We are all accustomed to long-cut wedding dresses. This is, first of all, a classic, and secondly, it seems to us that only with the help of such a dress you can look feminine and beautiful.
However, you can be sure that the short dress in the Greek style is especially original. They are also diverse and have different styles, waist and top lines. Sew such dresses from the same materials, use all the same draperies and folds. The top is also similar to the top of long dresses.
The differences are in the waist line. It can be inflated, solid and with an allowance. The solid line is a tight-fitting distance from the chest to the waist. Usually this part is made of another material or decorated with additional details. With an allowance, the line is located at the waist and is formed with the help of a braid that captures the fabric, then it is sewn on top of the belt.
Actual colors
Undoubtedly, the most popular colors are white, cream and beige, as well as the spectrum of their shades. These include - the color of champagne or shade of "baked milk." Of course, number one is white, it looks especially solemn.
Other manifestations of colors can be: ivory color (ivory), tea rose color and many others.
The dress can combine several colors at once, for example, beige and white. It may also contain the minimum details of the gold color. As a rule, gold is used on the straps and waistband under the breast.
If you want to experiment with the color scheme, you can choose the following shades: slightly darker beige - cocoa with milk, light peach.
It is better not to choose colors that are brighter than these shades, since the overall concept of the Greek dress will be broken.
Textures of fabrics
The fabric in the dress is especially important, because it is the basis of the image. Such dresses are sewn from particularly smooth and delicate materials. These include chiffon, silk, viscose and the finest knitwear. The most popular fabric is chiffon.
The fabric should be matte, without any luster.
Lace is often used when sewing, it gives an image of mystery. Usually it is used for sleeves, belts, layered elements.
Natural chiffon and silk are ideal for summer, and for a cool time, you can choose denser fabrics.
Finish
You should not be too zealous with the dress trim, it is in itself a sufficient piece that needs only a little addition. Sometimes it is simplicity that makes the dress truly beautiful.
Usually the decoration consists of embroidery or lace, the addition of silver and gold threads.
Stones can be sewn onto the fabric, usually on the chest. In this case it is worth using a minimum of other accessories. Otherwise, the image will be overloaded. Elegant chains or thin straps decorated with pearls can be used instead of strapless.
One of the latest trends is the use of a brooch on a belt under the breast.
Footwear
Choosing shoes is a very important moment. Despite the fact that the shoes will be hidden most of the time, it is necessary to take full responsibility for the harmonious combination of it with the dress. Stick to Greek motifs to keep the overall concept of the attire.
Choose graceful shoes and sandals on heels, keep in mind that you have to be in them for a long time. Stop your choice on elegant models, thin straps, not coarse heels. For girls with high growth fit sandals.
Shoes can be leather, fine suede, patent leather. Finishing can be made of satin, for example, ribbons or flowers.
Primary colors: white, beige, silver, gold. Shoes can be decorated with metallized details or stones.
Accessories
The image should not be boring. Accessories will help emphasize the beauty of your neckline, hands, wrists and make several accents in your look. The main thing is not to overdo it.
If silver or gold threads are used in the dress, then the choice of other accessories should be kept to a minimum.
If your dress is monophonic, put on a large bracelet, on the neck - a pendant on a thin chain, necklace with pearls.
Choose delicate fine jewelry from gold, silver or platinum. Earrings can be decorated with small stones.
An integral part of the wedding is a veil. It is laced or made of the finest fabric. A veil can be worn in the classic way or pinned to a hairstyle using beautiful hairpins or a flower.
In general, there are plenty of options for how to play with the veil. Use a tiara along with a veil. Secure it with a wreath decorated with the most delicate white flowers.
Older women can wear a white or cream hat with a wide brim instead of a veil.
Bridal bouquet - an important element of the image, as if completing it. He must be very gentle. A true Greek image will help support calla, orchids, peonies.
If you do not want the bouquet to merge with a white outfit, you can choose bright shades. It can be lemon, emerald, pale pink. Tulips, hydrangeas, freesia, violets and other flowers will add colors.
It should be noted that the bouquet should also be combined with the overall color of the wedding.
Hairstyle
If you choose a dress in the Greek style, respectively, your hairstyle should match your image. Undoubtedly, to the Greek style correspond freely developing curls.
Wind the hair, then they can be stabbed all up, stabbed a few strands and leave others to hang down. Usually use different studs, scallops or stealth.
You can leave the hair loose, falling on the shoulders, only removing the hair from the face with hairpins.
Another option is spit and spikelets, they can be carelessly stabbed in a semicircle.
In the hair, you can add jewelry in the form of a delicate flower or beautiful hairpins with elegant lines.
Makeup
Girls with any type of appearance will be easy to choose for themselves makeup.
It is important to make-up look natural. Make emphasis on the natural tone of the skin, emphasize the eyes, lips and eyebrows.
Your skin tone should look healthy and radiant. You will also have to powder the delta neck area so that they do not differ from the face. Choose a matting concealer with reflective particles. Slightly emphasize cheekbones with a peach-colored rouge.
Emphasize eyebrows, but do not overdo it. Let them be natural color and sufficient width. Shadows for eyes, choose brown and beige shades, add a little golden pearl. Make with eyeliner.
For lips, use lipstick or gloss delicate shades - light pink or beige. It must be persistent and have the effect of moist lips.
Stylish images
And now it's time to consider all our recommendations in practice.
- Snow-white dress in the Greek style. Pay attention to the delicate fabric, drapery and train. Originality gives asymmetrical top. The belt of the dress is wide enough - from the chest and almost to the waistline.
- Dress with asymmetrical hem. Femininity emphasizes the V-neck. He focuses on the chest and decollete.
- A multi-layered dress in the Greek style of chiffon. V-neck and wide transparent straps make the look even more tender. Waistline underlined with a thin belt.
- Dress in the Greek style with sleeves. High waistline lengthens the silhouette. The top layer of the dress is made of lace. The sleeves are sewn from a single layer of transparent lace, emphasizing the beauty of the hands of the bride.
- Truly Greek dress. The effect is added details on the belt and on the back. The drapery on the chest and the fabric that falls on the back give refinement.
Wedding dresses in the Greek style - truly a masterpiece in the world of wedding dresses. They are very light and elegant, while comfortable. It is the purity of the lines that makes this dress unique.
