Runaway Train - Things You Should Know About Your Wedding Train
By: Lesley-Ann Graham
She looked absolutely beautiful as she walked down the aisle. She absolutely glowed with happiness. She looked like royalty as she walked towards the groom with her train flowing behind her.
As the ceremony progressed, it was the photographer who would fuss over the bride’s train. He would adjust it as the bride moved so that it would look great for the pictures. He even held it for her when she had to negotiate the steps for the wedding pictures.
Ladies, a couple of things you should know about having a train on your dress:
- It is heavier than it looks so you may need assistance if you want it to flow behind you all the time.
- It does not move smoothly by itself and is bound to catch on objects without your supervision.
Actually, the task of making sure that your train falls or flows properly goes to your maid or matron of honor, unless you have page boys. Think of her as your personal assistant on this day. She should anticipate that you won’t be able to reach back and fix it yourself, and therefore, keep an eye on it.
There is also a proper way to carry a train. Never, ever, bunch it up - oh what an unpleasant sight! If you can’t detach it and don’t plan to change outfits, here are some ways to handle your extension:
- Have your pageboys or chief bridesmaid or groom carry it around while you mingle (very tiring work).
- Have your designer put a loop on the side of the train that you can slip onto your fingers. That will help you gather it in to better maneuver during your reception.
- Ask your maid or matron of honor to help you gather it so that you can carry it over your arm. The best way to do this is for her to pick up the end of the train in the middle (so the end is draped in half), then she’ll bring the folded train forward and drape it over your arm. The train will now flow down the dress then curve up and under to your arm.
Follow these tips and you’ll remain the elegant bride you should be on your special day!
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