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WHAT ARE THE WEDDING TRENDS FOR FALL 2000?

Trends are great sources of inspiration, but do realize that what works on the Paris runway does not always work in Baton Rouge or Tacoma. Every woman has her own vision of what her wedding will be and you need to create a personal expression that is true to yourself. You do not want to look back with any regrets. Keeping that in mind, here are my interpretations on the cosmetics, hair, accessories, gowns and themes for Fall 2000.

Cosmetics: Continuing from last year, focus is on drawing attention to one dramatic part of the face: either strong eyes or lips, not both together. The skin is youthful, flawless and polished. Blush is very subtle, just a dusting, but in a bright pink or red. Peach, orange and periwinkle blue are out for fall. Many designers are showing a return to a lady-like and very feminine classic style. The nails are short, but brightly polished in pink or red tones. Eye shadows are in grays, earthy browns, khaki greens and plums. Lashes are thick with black mascara. Gold is in. Either on nails, highlight on lips or as a skin bronzer. The feeling is a return to the elegance and sophistication of the 30’s. Look for bright red lips, nails and toes-strong, dramatic dark eyes and eyebrows-shiny and smoothly coiffed perfect hair.

Hair: Bridal styles have not varied much in the past few years in keeping with the issue of having to work around headpieces and veils. The hottest trend in hair is the 30’s look, with its sculpted flat curls. Or Hepburn-inspired, with dramatic, golden streaks and a severely pulled back topknot with the veil and/or fresh flowers tucked in under the bun. Granted, this doesn’t work for everyone styles, so try going with the classic French twist or the soft chignon. This is a more romantic look, with loosely pinned hair and hanging side tendrils. You can incorporate little rhinestones, crystals, beads or flower accessories scattered throughout the hair. Tiaras and crowns continue to be popular positioned in front of a high pile of hair. Sparkle and crystal are in. Veils are kept far back off the face. Long or short hair can pull off these styles with the addition of hairpieces or extensions.

Shoes: Strappy sandals look great with a slinky, halter-top, sleeveless or spaghetti strap gown. Also popular, a slide or mule: which is great very comfortable. There is a return to the high heeled, stiletto pump, but with open sides and straps. Usually white for the bride-color coordinated, silver or gold for the bridesmaids.

Gowns: Show your shoulders! Slim and sleek halter-top, strapless or back baring styles are hot. Wraps and shawls come with many of these dresses in organza or matching satin fabric (or for fall/winter in cashmere and fur). The gowns are so simple that it is possible for the bridesmaids to copy it, but with a shorter skirt. Wraps come in very handy in the cooler fall weather. The look is elegant. Think lo-o-ong gloves. The ball gown skirt continues to be popular but shown without any adornment, either plain satin or with a chiffon overlay. The emphasis and ornamentation is focused on the bodice or waistline. Veils are fingertip length and often trimmed in satin and given a sparkly sheen. Also, look for gold or silver threads worked into the fabrics of veils and gowns. Touches of pastel shades show up in the form of embroidered details on the bodice. Black for men only please; gray is out. Vests are always in style and classy, either in very dark tones, striped or patterned. The cummerbund and bowtie are dead. Hot new look is the euro-tie worn with the wing tip collar and long cut jackets. Do not dress the groom in all white! Make him stand out from the best men with a different cut of jacket or put him in tails. Remember some guests will be seeing him for the very first time and he should stand out from his men.

Themes: Fall always brings to mind the rich colors of autumn leaves and Thanksgiving. Burgundy, chocolate brown, deep red or hunter green are all great for a fall wedding and for the bridesmaids dresses too. Use all the same color but choose different styles or keep all the dresses the same and individualize each attendant with different color flowers. Floral bouquets continue to be a tightly arranged solid color, tied simply with a beautiful contrasting or coordinating ribbon. If you are using fresh flowers, then try to use seasonal ones such as asters or go with fall colors such as red, orange, gold, wine and yellow for your inspiration.

Incorporate the leaf motif into wedding invitations, place cards and thank you notes with a rubber stamp. Make use of natural products in your florals, wedding favors and decorations by using raffia, vines, twigs, mosses, leaves, branches and other rustic materials. Get married outdoors or have your wedding pictures taken outside on a canopy of fallen leaves in the late afternoon sun.

Serve hearty harvest food at your reception such as roast turkey or stuffed pork with rich gravy, gratin or oven-roasted potatoes; root vegetable medleys (potato, carrot, onion, rutabaga or turnip), whole grain mini buns/bagels or individual stuffed acorn squashes. How about a bread pudding for dessert made with pumpkin bread and a caramel or maple syrup sauce. Or even small apple crumbles with cinnamon whipped cream, pumpkin-white chocolate cheesecakes and rustic freeform raisin & nut tarts. Serve crantinis, hot buttered rum toddies or a spiced cranberry punch.

Fall is a fabulous time of the year to get married and there is so much to enjoy and incorporate into your wedding. Your family and guests will be impressed that you brought the specialness of the season into your wedding theme. And you will have a memorable celebration to look back on for the rest of your life.

Author: Janice “Ginka” Murray of: Ask Ginka-Your Guide to a Personalized Wedding

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