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It doesn’t matter if you’re getting married on a beach in Belize or in a loft in New York City – if you want a tropical wedding dress, you can totally pull it off!

If your wedding is taking place outside of the tropics but you’d like to channel a tropical theme, it’s all about bringing the theme together from as many aspects as possible – the menu, the music, and the décor. If you’re getting married somewhere hot, you won’t need to worry about setting the mood – that’s done for you. Either way, you’ll want to wear a gorgeous, tropical wedding dress!

A Tropical Wedding Dress

Lightweight fabrics, fluttering layers, and an easy-going attitude all add to the look of a tropical wedding dress. Let your sexy shoulders do the talking by showing off your tan with a strapless dress, or wear delicate spaghetti straps! Consider having your dress hemmed to tea-length, which will create a casual, elegant look. An empire waist adds an ethereal element to your gown, while details like ruffles will add a feminine touch. For a modern look, seek out a gown that has hints of asymmetry – a one shoulder gown is stunning, or simple layers on one side will draw the eye upward. To add to the modern chic look of asymmetry, wear a large brooch, bow, or floral element on only one side of the gown, either near the waist / hip area, or closer to the chest. Stunning!

Tropical Back!

You can add to the tropical look of your dress by adding a bit of sexiness to your gown. Consider showing off your back! Backless wedding dresses add a hint of seductiveness to your otherwise modest gown, and you can go as low as you please! From completely backless, to low cowl backs, to crisscross straps or tulle panels featuring gorgeous glitz, your back can become the focal point of your gown!

Add Color

There’s nothing like an unexpected splash of color to bring a wedding dress from plain to panache! Consider wearing a sash around your waist in a bright bold tropical color, like fuchsia, turquoise, or canary yellow (have your bridesmaids wear the same hue for a beautiful, put-together look!). Another way to add color to your gown is to choose a dress that features some stunning embroidery! Embroidered foliage, flowers, leaves, birds, or butterflies will add some personality to any gown – have your embroiderer add her magic to the hem line, the waist, the back, the neckline, or a combination of areas!

Tropical Blooms

You can add a bit of sultry beachiness to any wedding dress with the right accessories. Our favorite? Fresh flowers capture the mood like nothing else! Wear them woven into your hair. Tuck one behind your ear. Wear them lei-style around your neck. Whatever you do, you’re not a tropical bride unless you have a strong floral element to your gown! Orchids, hibiscus, heliconia, and other tropical foliage are all stunning. With their bright colors, striking lines, and year-round availability, tropical blooms are a major “do”! If you’re worried about how the real thing will hold up throughout your big day, opt for realistic-looking silk versions.

Wearing a wedding gown inspired by the tropics will add a playful and unique edge to your wedding day. Remember – the tropical sky is the limit!

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