bridal dress patterns
Modern kebaya for woman (left) and child (right).
An elderly Sundanese woman wearing kebaya, kain batik and batik headcloth, West Java.
A Kebaya is a traditional blouse worn by women in Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore, sometimes made from sheer material and usually worn with a sarong, batik, or other traditional knitted garment such as a songket with a colorful motif.
How to Select a Wedding Dress Pattern
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately EasyThings You’ll Need:
- Bridal and fashion magazines
- Pattern catalog
Research Your Options
Step1Start by reviewing copies of bridal and fashion magazines for inspiration. You can create an idea collage of your ideal sleeve, bodice and skirt shape to help you identify those patterns which best suit your taste.
Step2
Think outside the box when reviewing pattern books at your local fabric store. The wedding dress of your dreams might be found outside the bridal section of the pattern catalog.
Step3
Look at multiple patterns to customize your wedding gown pattern. You can often combine different patterns to achieve the sleeve, bodice or train you are looking for with little alteration.
Step4
Get a vintage look by searching in old magazines and books for inspiration. You may be able to easily re-create a historical wedding gown if you have the right images on hand.
Find the Perfect Fit
Step1Be realistic about your body type when selecting a wedding dress pattern. Certain silhouettes such as the mermaid line are difficult for any but the most slender bride to carry off with ease.
Step2
Let the formality of your wedding ceremony be your guide when looking at wedding dress patterns. Though traditional rules regarding train length and necklines are not always observed, your dress should set help set the tone of your wedding ceremony and reception.
Step3
Keep the venue of your wedding in mind as you choose a pattern for your dress. If you are getting married beachside, you should avoid dresses which might get you trapped in the sand.
Step4
Take the season and the probably weather into account, especially if you are getting married outdoors, before you select your wedding dress pattern. Being uncomfortably warm or cool on your big day isn't necessary.
Step5
Don't bite off more than you can chew when you select a pattern for your wedding dress. Keep your skill and experience level in mind as you review patterns.
