A wedding outfit is a reflection of a bride’s nature, and she is to feel confident in it.

A wedding dresses outfit is a reflection of a bride’s nature, and she is to feel confident in it. If you don’t want a ball gown dress but dream of looking like a real Ancient Goddess, have a look at the Empire waist wedding dress. This dress silhouette is about purity, grace, and lightness.

Peculiar Features of the Silhouette and Traditional Dress Designs

An Empire waist wedding dress is very recognizable – an outfit of a beautiful, tender, and magnificent Greek goddess. The peculiar features of this dress design include:

a trapeze skirt;

stripes or puffy sleeves;

high waist that sits just below the bust.

Light and flowing materials make a girl look taller. A traditional Empire dress presupposes a floor-length skirt that may be decorated with embroidery, draping, stones, or spatter.

Modern designs of traditional silhouettes make gowns even more eye-catching with the help of asymmetrical slits, open shoulders, and multilayered skirts that resemble sea waves.

Bodice cut

Corsets are not used for this dress design, so the main benefit of the Empire waist dress is comfort. A bodice may be decorated with draping, shiny stones, or sequins and may feature:

thin straps;

puffed sleeves;

straps with detachable sleeves;

high-neck bodice.

A high-neck for an empire wedding dress usually is made from lace, tulle, and thin and semi-transparent fabrics.

Skirt and a cut-off point

Wedding dresses of this silhouette are made by cutting off the bodice above the waistline. A one-layered or multi-layered skirt extends from the bodice. Textures of the materials allow different effects for the skirt – fitted or airy. Several layers of flowing fabrics are used to add volume to the skirt.

Fabrics

An Empire Waist Wedding Dress from organza or chiffon is an excellent choice for a summer wedding. Jacquard silk and satin may be great for a ceremony in the cold season. Combined dress designs are created from several materials; one of the popular combinations is a satin bodice and a light chiffon skirt.

Empire Waist Dress Outfits

Stylists consider that this dress silhouette doesn’t require a veil. However, not every bride is ready to give up on this traditional element, although it may be a modern style decision. Experts recommend choosing a semi-transparent and one-layered veil, so it does not overshadow the dress.

Shoes

Empire waist dresses feature a floor-length skirt allowing a bride to wear flat shoes. Wedges, pumps, or comfortable heels are an excellent decision for a photoshoot, and ballet flats are for an evening party; a floor-length skirt hides shoes and helps a bride feel comfy.

Accessories

When it comes to accessories suitable for an Empire waist lace wedding dress, everything is easy – a tender bracelet, thin tiara, and a neckline are enough to complement the outfit. Of course, you may make an accent on the accessories, but still, the Empire style is soft and elegant; that is why you’d better leave huge jewellery with gemstones for another occasion.

Wedding dress collections from Tina Valerdi have the perfect, Greek Goddess-style dress you’ve been dreaming of. Dozens of dress designs, trendy colours, and comfy fabrics for the most important celebration in your life!