Plus Size Ivory Wedding Dress

A plus size ivory wedding dress may be the perfect choice for many full-figured brides. The history of the wedding dress is rich with insight and color. Brides can opt for warmer tones rather than stark white without worry about outdated symbolism associated with the tradition of wearing white during the wedding ceremony.

Many brides benefit from selecting plus size colored wedding dresses, and ivory is a favorite even though this color choice may have emerged by chance, along with the nostalgia of family heirlooms. As stark white wedding gowns were passed down from one generation to the next, they would yellow with age. The yellow hues softened the austere whiteness, offering an air of antiquity and warmth.

The ivory hues are ideal for a number of reasons:

• Complements most skin tones, especially fair complexions
• Provides subtle color for depth and interest
• Slimming compared to its highly reflective counterpart
• Complements wedding color choices

Ivory is a complex color, offering underlying shades subtly moving as the light touches the surface of the gown. The play of color on the off-white bridal gown is readily apparent in satin textures but matte textures offer a hint of color as well. The subtle undertones can offer an entirely different shade to consider, as evidenced by the different terms relating to ivory tones.

• Ivory colors
  • Candlelight is a clean, warm tone
  • Cream is rich and deep
  • Champagne has slight hints of bronze
  • Classic ivory can offer a number of undertones

Underlying colors vary according to the fabric. You may see hints of color in some surprising shades:

• Yellow
• Gold
• Beige
• Bronze
• Pink
• Peach

Brides can make the most of this hue by selecting a shade in harmony with the bridesmaid dresses. For example, wine colored bridesmaid dresses would go well with a gown that has pink or bronze undertones. Be careful with yellow tones as complementary colors; sunflower is preferable to ice yellow with ivory hues, even ones with yellow undertones.

A table of complementary colors can help determine which colors work well together.

Ivory is a lovely choice for fuller figures because it is not as reflective as stark white gowns. Brilliant white hues bounce light into the room, which is wonderful for the occasion, but this effect can also give the illusion that the bride is heavier than she really is. Creamy hues offer the appeal of white while providing helpful shadows and depth.

Just like other clothes for full figures, plus size formal wear can be challenging to find. Fortunately, many more options are available than ever before. Some manufacturers offer larger size gowns while others cater to fuller figures. You can find the right color in the right size using some online resources.

• PS Bridal Online offers reasonably priced gowns ranging from size 0 to 32, and larger in some styles. Most of the site’s selections are available in white and ivory.

• David’s Bridal has a healthy selection of plus size gowns in various hues.

• House of Brides offers gorgeous options from designers including:
  • Alfred Angelo
  • Mon Cheri
  • Bonny
  • Da Vinci
  • Signature Plus

• Bridal Online Store has a stunning collection of full figure gowns in various shades of white including champagne and candlelight.

• Darius Cordell Couture offers an array of styles that can be altered to nearly any size. The designer offers its designs in any color and any size. Custom orders are accepted as well.

• Silver Lining has an impressive collection of plus size ivory wedding gowns available in sizes 18 to 32. Designers include:
  • Anjolique
  • Ansonia
  • B2
  • Bella Formals
  • Bonny
  • Giselle
  • Jasmine
  • Mon Cheri
  • Richard Designs
  • Unforgettable
  • Venus

There’s no reason to limit off-white colors to a second wedding dress. A plus size ivory wedding dress has much to offer brides and it is suitable for casual and formal ceremonies.

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