At a glance, the thought of accessorising a gown of colour may seem a bit of a challenge. However on closer examination you will find that in fact it is easier than you think and actually opens a whole new world of opportunities for you where you can unleash your imagination and creativity.
VEIL
Consider your veil, white with a white gown that is accompanied by colour can still work admirably; you can leave plain or even include fancy edging or spot coloured beading on the veil to tie in to your theme. This equally works with a solid gown of a pale hue using complimentary edging on the veil. However, white with a strong, total coloured gown will not do; happily gauze comes in all shades but be careful not to overdo it, you may have to go a shade lighter; depending on the deepness of the dramatic gown some brides opt to leave it out altogether.
SHOES
Address your shoes very carefully, you may have to have them dyed. Alternatively you can go neutral choosing to go for silver or gold, however if you select this option your choice must reflect in the rest of your accessories, tiara jewellery etc. You can pick up on a colour of any décor which is in the dress. If the gown is basically white with touches of colour then you can always choose to keep it simple and use white if you prefer.
HEADDRESS
Some brides who wear dramatically coloured gowns choose to focus on their headdress and hair, preferring to substitute a veil for complimentary flowers in the hair, coloured tiara fashions, coloured pearl pins and a more elaborate hairstyle. You can also play with diadems and stones in shades matching or complimentary to your gown. Remember that for most of your ceremony your back is to your guests.
GLOVES
If you are wearing bridal gloves you have more opportunity to be adventurous in this situation, than when wearing a whitish gown. You can pick up on the complimentary colour and if the shade is very pale, actually go darker if you wish, You can match or flatter the choice is totally up to the look you are trying to create but please be mindful to try everything together before you purchase, to make sure the finish is everything you want it to be.
JEWELLERY
When it comes to jewellery there are no fast rules when it comes to a gown of colour except that whether you choose gold or silver it must flow throughout your outfit.
You can pick up on accents in the gown opting to use pearls if the gown has pearl beading or even diamante if that is the case.
Diamante like gold and silver is a very neutral choice but be careful that the base metal holding it flows silver or gold throughout your entire choice.
Brides who decide to leave out the veil in this situation can go a little bolder with their earrings but be careful to be true to yourself, if you normally wear tiny jewellery this is not a time to suddenly change your style, you must above all be comfortable in your choice of everything you choose to wear on the big day.
Remember that your best accessory can also be your groom, incorporating features into his outfit.
