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  5 Nontraditional Wedding Gown Ideas

If you are having an untraditional wedding, then you are probably going to need a nontraditional wedding gown. These days, women can get married in anything from a jean short on the beach of Hawaii to a nice white pantsuit standing on a gazebo. Whatever your setting, a nontraditional wedding gown may be just what you need to make your special day a reflection of your own unique taste.

Nontraditional Wedding Gown Idea # 1

A classic solid white pantsuit can be used for a wedding ceremony if the bride so chooses. An ankle length pant, combined with white pumps and a solid white tank and blazer will round out the look.

Nontraditional Wedding Gown Idea # 2

If you are planning a beach wedding, consider a pair of jean shorts or skirt, combined with a neutral sandal and a colorful t-shirt. To top it off, a floral hairpiece will make your look perfect for a beach wedding.

Nontraditional Wedding Gown Idea # 3

If you prefer to wear a dress on your wedding day, but are looking for a more nontraditional appeal, you have options. Consider a skirt set similar to the pantsuit described above or even a solid white slip dress with white pumps.

Nontraditional Wedding Gown Idea # 4

The best thing about your wedding is that it is YOUR wedding. If you want to wear a feminine blue dress because blue is your favorite color, it’s your call. If you prefer pink, ivory or even a rainbow of colors, the choice is yours.

Nontraditional Wedding Gown Idea # 5

The fifth and final tip to selecting a nontraditional wedding gown is to simply be yourself and allow your attire to not define you, but rather be defined by you. Even though a flowing white wedding gown is traditional, you get to set the tone for your own wedding and it is more than about what you wear. The most important thing is who you are with and that your love shines brighter than any fabric on your special day.

As a final thought, finding a nontraditional wedding gown will be very easy after you decide on your preferred look. Additionally, attire that is not commonly used for weddings will be much more affordable than the traditional garments. From a local specialty store to the internet and even fashion catalogs, there are a variety of options for the future bride to wear that perfect ensemble on her wedding day.

How to be Creative Even on the Outside

Wedding invitations are one of the few pieces of mail that people enjoy receiving. It's fun to open up that envelope knowing there's a custom invitation inside. But amidst all of today's junk mail, how can you make your envelope stand out to get your guests' attention?

There are actually several ways you can make your mailing envelope as unique as your wedding invitation.

• Shape - With so many wedding invitation designs available today, you could easily select a uniquely shaped style such as square or tea length. The mailing envelope will then reflect that same distinctive size to fit the invitation.
• Style - Another option is to select a Seal and Send wedding invitation style. This all-in-one invitation is designed to be folded into a self-mailing piece eliminating the need for a mailing envelope. The response card is attached to the invitation so it can be easily detached by your wedding guest along the perforation. This also eliminates the response card return mailing envelope and saves on your postage cost as it only requires a postcard stamp.
• Color - How about using color for emphasis? Some wedding invitations now come with colored mailing envelopes. In particular, self-mailer invitations often include a colored envelopment. The envelopment holds your invitation card and has a built-in pocket for keeping any extra enclosures. It is then folded up wrapping around all your invitation pieces to become your mailing envelope.
• Decorative Seals - Adding a seal to your wedding invitation envelope could be that extra touch you’ve been looking for. Even though your envelope is sealed, you can choose to place a special seal on the back so it gives the illusion that the seal is actually holding the flap down. There are many seal design choices, from monograms to first names to specific themes. Their appearance can be clear, white, silver, gold, embossed, etc.
• Custom Wedding Stamps - There are now websites that offer you the option of creating your own personalized postage stamps using an uploaded photo or choosing from ready-to-use wedding designs. This is a great way to dress up your wedding invitation envelopes to reflect your personal style.