Medieval Wedding Gowns

Themed weddings are becoming more and more popular. Thousands of couples decide to exchange vows surrounded by items representing a certain culture or age. Medieval weddings are some of the most appreciated ones.

Highly romantic, very sophisticated and refined, weddings inspired from medieval times are considered to be the most beautiful ones.

Where can you find medieval wedding gowns?

If you want to organize such a wedding it is recommended to start looking for a dress as soon as possible. Search for online shops or costume boutiques that have these kinds of outfits. The best solution is to rent a medieval dress because there is no need to purchase a special gown you can only wear once. Also, renaissance fairs are excellent choices if you want to find medieval dresses. Another option would be for you to find someone who can make your dress based on a design. Make sure you explain them exactly want sort of dress you want.

Medieval Wedding Gowns (Source: verymerryseamstress.com)

Medieval wedding gowns

During the middle age, blue was considered to be the color of purity. Therefore, most wedding dresses had this color. Other common colors were deep purple, burgundy and green. Dresses were made of heavier fabrics such as velvet and silk. In order to embellish the dress it was usually adorned with sparkling and beautiful jewelries. The bodice was quite tight but comfortable enough and it allowed the bride to feel warm during the ceremony. The sleeves were long because back then brides couldn’t show too much skin. Tighter until the elbows and then loosen, these sleeves add a bit of grace and sensuality to the entire outfit.

Regarding the bridal accessories, it is indicated to remember that brides did not wear veils in medieval times. So, this beautiful accessory should be replaced with a delicate headpiece or a nice flower. For a more diaphanous look you can wear your hair loose. Shoes are also very important. Heels weren’t very popular back then. Hence, for a genuine medieval look it is recommended to wear a pair of fine slippers.

Medieval Wedding Gowns (Source: w-weddinggowns.com)

The wedding bouquet was also very different from the one brides wear nowadays. Medieval used fragrant herbs, wheat and ivy in order to create the bridal bouquet. These flowers were symbolic and very important for the couple’s future life together. Wheat was considered to be the symbol of fertility, while ivy represented honesty and truth. The fragrant herb supposed to protect the newlyweds from evil spirits.