Travelling in Time for Bridal Wear and Accessories
As soon as one hears the word bride or bridal, a figure appears in a gorgeous white or off-white dress, carrying flowers with a headpiece or a veil walking gracefully towards his groom. It is a familiar image of a western bride that appears in mind and has not changed for centuries.
Talking about bridal accessories, these vary as per tradition, cultures and some religious scenarios. It is the use of accessories that historically have provided clothing with marital significance and gave the garments their meaning. Some seem to be timeless and evergreen while others can be traced to specific time periods.
Bridal dresses through decades:
For western brides, white colour seems to dominate the history. The white colour is known for its purity, virginity, peace and a happy start to a new rela...