5 June 2026
Wedding Inspirations
Dazzling Gowns
Red hot
Gown by Pretty In White, photo courtesy of Exes Studio
Having an evening gown that dazzles the crowd is an apt conclusion to the ‘fashion’ aspect of a wedding. Without a doubt, the bride will be the centre of attention, and feeling confident and looking like a million bucks during the wedding banquet are what every bride hopes to achieve.
The options for the bride include :
- Purchase off-the-rack.
- Have a gown custom-designed and custom-made.
| Lace up back Gown by That Special Occasion, photo courtesy of Grant Corban Photography |
See through back Gown by That Special Occasion, photo courtesy of Fifoto Photography |
Brides are spoilt for choice nowadays as there are boutiques that carry off-the-rack evening gowns as well as designer studios that offer made-to-measure pieces as well. Some issues to ponder include :
- Lead time – how much time have you got left to your wedding day? The less time there is, the more likely you will have to consider the off-the-rack option.
- Budget – all things being equal, a custom-made gown will likely be more expensive than an off-the-rack garment.
- Exclusivity – do check how many pieces of an off-the-rack design have been produced in order to ascertain the likelihood of someone attending your wedding in the same dress.
Tip : Do some research and have an idea of what you like prior to sitting down with a designer.
