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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
The Chesterville Record Page 9B
2013 wedding colours Pamela Pearson Special to The Record Almost as long as there have been bridal gowns, white or ivory have been the colours of choice for firsttime brides. These light hues are supposed to represent the purity and innocence of the bride. Although a few bridesto-be choose to forego wedding white for something a bit more flashy — like pink or yellow gowns — a popular trend today is to wear gowns with accents of black or other deep colours to add dimension to the white canvas. For 2013 the most trendy colour is a soft mint green. But combining colours is also hitting the bridal magazines as a trend of 2013 and include pink and black, yellow and mint, yellow and black, blue, brown and orange, black and white, orange and pink, brown and pink, brown and light pink, the list goes on. Each colour, as in each flower, can have special meaning. Mint green, for instance, symbolizes growth, harmony, freshness, and fertility, and is commonly associated with money.
Match that with the black of the tuxedo of the groomsmen and it will add a formal, regal look to a wedding. If pastels aren't your thing, darker colour embellishments can add more drama. Another advantage is that dark colours can call out pattern or adornments not easily seen on a white-on-
white gown. Orange, for instance, which represents happiness, creativity and determination, against the white backdrop of the gown, will show well in photographs. The many shades of purple: lavenders, plums, mauves, lilacs and orchids, have been described as passionate and royal colours. Accent with this shade of this colour and the couples passion for each other will
show from the wedding invitations to the bridal party gifts. But brides beware, too much embellishment will overwhelm the gown and the person wearing it, so minimal adornment is best, such as enhancements to appliques on the bodice or the train of the gown or tying a bow or sash around the waist to add the slash of colour. Another way to spice up
the colour of the wedding day ensemble is to go vintage. Add a 1920s beaded purse or headpieces or invest in a colourful pair of lush lace covered platform heels of the 1970s. There are myriad options with both subtle and more overt colours to choose from so have fun with the colour palette chosen, just don't go overboard and drown in it.
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