Accessories sometimes make up the whole outfit – jewelry, shoes, coverups and other, smaller details are to make your bridal look special. A sash or a belt is one of such items, and if your wedding dress allows that, add one.
A bridal sash or belt accents your waist making the silhouette more feminine and harmonious. It highlights your style and makes the dress more special. It can also separate two different parts of your dress: for example, the bodice is with floral appliques, and the skirt is a sleek one – it helps to create a transition. Besides, a sash can add color or texture, and subsequently, interest to your look. here are some bold ideas.
Embellished/Metallic Belts
Embellished belts or sashes are classics, they add a cute glam feel to the look and sparkle all over! Such belts can be also made of beads and pearls to add a vintage and feminine feel to the outfit. Keep an eye on the detailing of your wedding dress to choose a matching belt or better try a wedding gown with no rhinestones and beads not to make a style mistake. You can also go for a shiny metallic belt and make a bold accent with it – such belts are usually worn with minimalist wedding gowns but you can also put a romantic lace one and create a contrasting look.
a heavily embellished gold belt makes the transition from the lace bodice and a ruffle skirt easier
a very delicate gold and rhinestone bridal belt accents the dress and highlights your waist
a very delicate bead and pearl bridal sash that matches the bodice detailing creates a more chic look
a rhinestone and pearl bridal sash is the only jewelry piece on the bride and it's amazing
a delicate pearl bridal sash adds an elegant touch and chic to the outfit
a minimalist bridal separate with an embellished belt and a cape for a trendy look
a statement embellished belt and a jeweled tiara for a glam feel in the bridal look
a bridal belt with shiny gold stripes adds a modern feel to the dress and accents the silhouette
a minimalist wedding dress accentuated with a shiny metallic belt looks wow
Fabric Belts
Silk sashes are classics to go for, they should be matching the dress to add a more delicate and playful look to it. The hottest trend of last year, which is still on and will definitely be, is velvet, and a velvet sash is a gorgeous idea to rock. Choose a gorgeous velvet sash that matches your wedding color scheme and make a bow for a trendy and refined look.
a bride wearing a deep purple velvet wedding sash for a colorful touch and to highlight the waist
a delicate powder blue velvet sash with a bow is sure to make your bridal look more romantic
a striped blue and white sash with a side bow to add color to the bridal look
a silk grey sash with a bow makes the bridal look more feminine and soft and adds a playful touch
Leather Belts
Leather belts are extremely popular among brides, an amber, brown, cognac belt is a great idea to add a rustic or even western feel to the look. A new idea is rocking a thin leather belt – it can be in black or white to add an edgy touch to the look. A creamy or white leather belt will accent the look in a very delicate way and add a feminine yet textural touch.
a boho lace wedding gown accented with a thin black belt for a more modern feel
a delicate lace sheath wedding dress with cap sleeves, an illusion neckline and a thin white leather belt
a lovely blush wedding gown accented with a brown leather belt for a light rustic feel
a modern bridal look with a black leather jacket and a matching leather belt that create an accent
a modest and cute wedding dress with illusion sleeves and an amber leather belt for a rustic touch
a spaghetti strap sheath wedding dress accented with an amber leather belt for a gorgeous look
a strapless A-line bridal dress with a wide amber leather belt for a rustic and equastrian feel
a stunning sheath wedding dress with an pplique bodice and a thin white leather belt that separates the sleek skirt from it
add a trendy and unusual touch to your bbridal look with a thin brown belt wrapped several times around the waist
a wedding dress with a flowy skirt, a sequin strapless bodice and a brown leather belt to make a statement
a brown leather belt covering the bodice and the waist for a slight boho feel in the bridal look