Bridal fashion trends show color and tradition dominate weddings
Chanute brides and grooms embrace color in wedding attire with brown for men and coordinated shirts matching bridesmaids. Edythe Vincent notes bridal designs span 200 years, highlighting enduring elements like empire waistlines and embroidered gowns, with current ultra feminine, ruffled styles popular among ethnic brides in the Midwest.
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Edythe Vincent
Vincent
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Wedding cost sharing and evolving bridal fashion history
Chanute families share wedding expenses, detailing which side pays for attire, receptions, invitations, transportation, and gifts. The article also surveys bridal fashion trends from 1850 lace capes to 1966 lace-trimmed sheath, noting evolving silhouettes, necklines, sleeves, and headpieces through the eras.
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Vincent
Shower ideas shift from house gifts to couple interests
The piece notes bridal showers now favor personal themes over household gifts. Ideas include a literary shower building a home library, a musical shower with records and posters, or a sewing themed party with fabrics and tools for the bride.
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