Spanish Wedding Dresses-- Spanish Wedding Dresses -- Whether you or your fiancé have a Spanish heritage, or you just love the exotic nature of Spanish fashion, choosing to wear a Spanish wedding dress can add a creative flair to your wedding day! Traditional Spanish DressIf you wish to be very traditional on your wedding day, the Spanish bride will wear a black gown with a black lacy veil, signifying that she will be with her groom until death. Typically, the bride would embroider an intricate shirt for her groom to wear on the wedding day. Orange blossoms are the flower of choice as they come from a tree that bears fruit and flower at the same time, symbolizing a lifetime of fulfillment and happiness. Top Tip!Before you buy anything online, be sure to check out the wedding dresses being offered on eBay. You can often find new or lightly used dresses at a fraction of what they cost in stores:Modern Spanish DressToday’s Spanish bride often chooses to wear white to her wedding. If you want a genuine Spanish wedding gown, purchase some magazines from Spain to get an idea of what today’s Spanish bride is wearing. Search for Spanish designers and brands and consider purchasing your dress from an online Spanish source. You may be able to replicate a Spanish style with the help of a qualified dressmaker or seamstress. Look for elaborate designs in chiffon, silk, taffeta, organza, laze and organza. Do lots of research online and try to find photos of real Spanish brides for inspiration! Fusion of Old & NewTo combine old tradition with modern style, consider having your bridesmaids wear traditional black while you wear a more contemporary white gown. Or, choose a white dress with a black lace overlay. Dramatic black and red embroidery on a white gown would make a stunning statement as well. Add a traditional black shawl as a final touch. -- Spanish Wedding Dresses -- Fashionable FlamencoFor a fun and unique wedding dress, look for a flamenco dress that fits the bill! Though it may not be marketed as a wedding gown, you can certainly wear many of these fashionable, exotic dresses for your nuptials. Look for lots of ruffles and details and you’ll walk down the aisle in fashion. You might even choose to learn a special flamenco dance to show off your style! Spanish CustomsOne custom that makes Spanish tradition stand out is the tradition of the grooming giving the bride a set of 13 coins on their wedding day. They are often in a special box and it is customary for the bride to carry them with her throughout the day. For a modern twist, wear a piece of jewelery with a coin theme, such as earrings or a necklace. Consider adding a splash of color to your day – traditional Spanish wedding colors are bright red and black. But do not be afraid to branch out and add touches of bright yellow and bright green! Fun shoes, exotic fans, and show-stopping jewelery will all add fancy punches of flavor to your special day. Have dress, will travel!If you want to go all out with a Spanish theme, hop on a plane and have the Spanish wedding of your dreams, in Spain! Make sure you plan everything out well in advance, being sure you have proper travel documents. Check the marriage requirements for the country you are visiting before you go. Consider visiting other Spanish speaking countries such as Dominican Republic or Mexico, and incorporating their customs and styles into your dress and your wedding. Carefully package your dress before traveling, and carry it on the plane with you to make sure it arrives safe and sound! Whether you just add a few Spanish touches to your wedding day, or go all out with a complete Spanish theme, your wedding will be a day to remember for the rest of your life! At the end of the day, make sure to raise a glass in celebration – Salud! -- Spanish Wedding Dresses --
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