The silhouette of this model really resembles a mermaid or a fish tail, which is why it has such an interesting name. Of all the long dresses, the “Fish” wedding dress can rightfully be considered the most seductive and sexy, because it follows every curve of the female body. After reading our article, you will learn everything about this style: its advantages, who it is suitable for and what is best to combine with it.
Peculiarities
So, the dress in question has three names:
- "Fish"
- "Mermaid".
- "Gode."
The third point is rather a variation of the first two, but sometimes this model is called that. The main difference is that the skirt consists only of something like wedges that are connected to each other and the more of them, the correspondingly more magnificent the “tail” of the hem.
The peculiarity of these dresses is that they fit the bride’s chest, waist and hips, and the skirt can expand:
- from the hips;
- knees;
- or even a little lower.
To sew “Mermaids”, expensive luxurious materials are used: satin, taffeta or brocade, and they are complemented with various elements:
- beads;
- lace;
- embroidery;
- rhinestones;
- ribbons;
- sequins;
- expensive stones.
The “tail” of a dress is usually made of translucent lightweight fabric, such as tulle or chiffon. To make the skirt voluminous, either many layers of thin flowing material are used to sew it, or a petticoat is worn.
What colors are trending today?
A classic wedding dress with a fish silhouette is traditionally white. However, modern fashion allows you to use different colors of wedding attire. In ancient Rus', a red dress was worn for this purpose, which emphasized the high status of the bride. Today this tradition has been lost and red models are extremely rare at weddings; at most you can see a small ribbon on a belt of this color.
For a wedding, you can use not only a white or red dress; black options look luxurious. It all depends on individual preferences and the theme of the celebration. In the 2021 season, several shades that fashion designers consider trendy are especially popular - cream, peach, mint, pink, ivory, ivory, champagne and gray.
Hand embroidery always remains in demand and relevant. Therefore, the fish style is often complemented with silver, gold embroidery, and trim with precious stones.
Advantages
- It advantageously emphasizes the figure of the newlywed , making the silhouette visually perfect.
- It harmonizes wonderfully with a classic head decoration - a veil.
Advice. It's a good idea to replace the veil with a floor-length chiffon cape - this is one of the most fashionable trends.
- Due to the tight skirt, which slightly restricts movement, the girl’s gait becomes more seductive , smooth and graceful.
- “Rusalka” has all the details that many brides love - a long, fluffy hem, a tight-fitting top, and a feminine look in general.
Wedding hairstyles for blondes
Light and blond hair is perfect for a snow-white wedding dress. Light is a very delicate color, which greatly facilitates the process of achieving tenderness and innocence in the image, but complicates the achievement of showiness. In this section, we have selected the most optimal types of hairstyles for blondes.
Curls and ringlets
This type of wedding hairstyle is undoubtedly the leader among blond brides, because it looks not only gentle and appropriate for a wedding event, but also impressive and bewitching. The wavy texture of the hairstyle emphasizes the blonde hair color and sets off the eye-catching jewelry, making the styling a magnet that attracts admiring glances. In this case, the hair remains loose or is collected in a ponytail or braid with complex weaving. You can decorate this styling with threads with pearls (or similar jewelry), various shiny rhinestones, artificial or fresh flowers.
Styling with complex weaving
The braid has not gone out of fashion for a long time and probably will not go out for a very, very long time. Thanks to its versatility and many possible weaving variations, it is an incredible success among many brides. Most often, for such an important day, girls choose a French braid that goes from the temple to the shoulder, or many small braids that decorate their curled curls. A stretched braid placed in front like a wreath will also look great. For this type of hairstyle, you can use a variety of decorations: white hairpins, rhinestones, ribbons, natural or artificial flowers intertwined with braids. Complex weaving will look especially impressive on long hair.
Bun or shell styling
These hairstyles are a typical example of restraint and nobility, which, of course, does not make them boring or outdated. On the contrary, fashionable and casually gathered buns at the back of the head with strands framing the face look gentle and chaste, which is what the very image of the bride implies. The “shell” hairstyle gives the girl a truly aristocratic look. This hairstyle will be perfectly decorated with a veil or massive decorative hairpins.
Accessories for light and blonde hair
Jewelry is selected depending on the cut, density and color of the dress, as well as directly on the hairstyle itself. These can be rhinestones, threads with pearls strung on them, feathers, various hats, veils, headbands for Greek hairstyles, wreaths of real and artificial flowers, various hairpins and decorative clips. It is important not to overdo it with the number and size of jewelry. Everything in the bride's image should look sophisticated and harmonious.
Popular styles
With lace
Lace has become the most fashionable accent in clothing in recent years; it looks especially delicate and romantic on wedding dresses. The product can be lace from the very bodice to the last centimeter of the skirt. Usually in this case it is not decorated with anything else.
If the bride does not want a completely openwork “Fish” style, but only wants to add a little of this noble fabric to her image, then you can find models where individual parts are decorated with this element, for example, sleeves, bodice, back or skirt.
Advice. For brave newlyweds, designers have specially prepared products made from translucent lace, which covers only the piquant parts of the figure. This style is called linen and is one of the most fashionable for weddings today.
With a train
The train suits this style just perfectly. Wearing such a wedding dress, you will look incredibly chic and royal.
The length of the accessory can vary, from slightly touching the floor to very long. It is usually decorated:
- lace;
- appliqué;
- rhinestones;
- sequins;
- pearls;
- or beads.
All these details look luxurious and add brightness to the image.
But it’s worth remembering that a girl will most likely be uncomfortable walking around in such an outfit all day, so if you want to show off in photographs and then dance freely after the formal part, then you should choose models with a train that can be detached.
Straps
Not everyone prefers dresses that are too revealing, so this option will suit them. The straps can be from very thin to very massive and wide.
Thin straps are in fashion now.
With open back
A bare back will help add even more sexuality and femininity to the “Fish” style. It can be opened in different ways:
- small cutout;
- frank, descending below the waistline;
- or modestly open through thin fabric.
Any of these options will look irresistible and graceful.
Most often, this type of dress is decorated with lace or a beautiful large bow at the back.
With sleeves
“Mermaid” with sleeves looks a little more modest and restrained, but this does not lose its femininity; on the contrary, it gives the image zest and mystery.
Today, wedding designers offer a huge selection of dresses with sleeves of various lengths and shapes, these can be:
- tight sleeves;
- flashlight;
- flared;
- very short;
- three quarters;
- long to the wrist;
- to the elbow.
Lace long sleeves are considered the most fashionable, which, by the way, is perfect for a wedding.
It would be great to wear a “Fish” with long sleeves for a wedding in the fall or winter.
Transformer
Such models are beginning to gain popularity among brides, because they are quite interesting and comfortable. Transformers consist of two parts - a short mini or midi outfit and a detachable long hem, in this case a fishtail.
They have a lot of advantages:
- By buying one such dress, you actually get two completely different in length.
- You definitely won’t get it dirty if it rains unexpectedly, because you can simply unfasten the part.
- A variety of wedding shots in both mini and maxi styles.
- You will look different on your wedding day, for example, at the official part with a floor-length skirt, and at the banquet - in a short one.
- Since the “Fish” is not the most comfortable dress, by removing the “tail” you won’t have to be in uncomfortable conditions the whole holiday day.
More examples in the photo
A little history
If fashionistas became acquainted with a tight skirt with an original hem only in the 30s, then a dress in this style firmly became fashionable during the period of Queen Victoria. The model also underwent some transformations. Women of the 80s of the century before last were accustomed to treating an attractive, feminine model calmly, making it part of their everyday toilets.
The item was clearly not particularly practical and comfortable to wear, so they began creating evening dresses with the model, and soon the godet style became part of wedding dresses. In the last century, namely in the 50s, designers again began to change the luxurious product, creating elegant wedding dresses in this style. The dress took off to the fashion Olympus only in the 70s; brides carefully examined the elegant style, increasingly using it for wedding attire.
Who is it suitable for?
A fishtail dress accentuates your figure, seductively hugging your thin waist, large breasts and rounded hips. But you should not reject the chosen outfit if the shape is slightly less than ideal. Girls should not shy away from fashionable outfits because they are short. You just shouldn’t buy a dress with a train; you should choose a model with bare shoulders.
A style with a deep neckline will look chic on a girl with small breasts. A straight neckline is designed for a fuller bust. A model with fitted sleeves and a voluminous skirt from mid-thigh will brighten up the broad shoulders of the bride. A girl with a rough gait and a round figure will have to abandon this type of dress.
photos, floor-length options for everyday and evening wear
The choice of hairstyle largely depends on the concept of the outfit as a whole, in particular on the style of clothing. Shapes and lines also need to be taken into account so that the image looks balanced.
When you put on your favorite dress, think about it - after all, the wrong hairstyle can ruin the whole impression.
Hairstyles for a long dress and styling for mini options - a specific option is appropriate for each situation:
Layering under clothes with a V-neck
The neck of the dress is in close proximity to the head, so first of all, when choosing a styling, focus on the shape of the neckline.
Clothing with a triangular or V-shaped neckline visually slims the silhouette and elongates the neck, which is why it is popular among ladies with an apple figure.
A hairstyle with lush, large curls is perfect for this style - soft waves will soften the severity of the triangular neckline and make the image harmonious.
If you have long, straight hair and don't like to curl it, pull your hair back to keep your hair off your shoulders and chest.
In this case, it is better to part it on the side.
If you want to wear your hair in a ponytail, give preference to a low version. Place the tail not strictly on the back of the head, but on the side, and comb the hair on the crown.
Hairstyles for dresses with a boat neckline (with photos)
The boat neckline looks very elegant and romantic, flirtatiously exposing the collarbones. This neck shape visually widens the shoulders, and is therefore recommended for women with a triangle or pear body type.
The photo shows hairstyles for the boat neckline, among which various original retro style styles stand out:
Try styling your hair in crisp, 1920s-style waves, using a variety of styling products.
You can wrap your hair in large rollers and style it with rollers, fixing it with hairspray. A low bun will also go well with a boat neckline – don’t forget to comb your hair at the crown.
If you first curl your hair with curlers, the bun will be more voluminous. Don't be afraid of slightly careless styling - several strands may get out of the bun, and the bun itself may not have the ideal shape.
If you like braids, braid your hair with a wreath - start braiding from the back of your head, moving around your head and gradually picking up additional strands with your fingers. When you reach the back of your head again, all your hair should be in the braid.
Continue braiding using the fishtail technique and secure at the end with an elastic band.
This hairstyle goes well with a long floor-length dress - the photo confirms this idea, so don’t be afraid to experiment with braids:
Options for a round neckline
A round neckline on elegant dresses looks attractive, and in combination with a fitted or corseted silhouette, it even visually increases the volume of the bust.
In the photo - a hairstyle for such a dress in the form of a ladder haircut with the ends laid in the direction of the face:
It is better to make the parting oblique, like torn bangs. Those with shoulder-length hair can afford a messy hairstyle - apply styling mousse to damp hair and blow-dry using a diffuser attachment.
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Advice from experienced stylists
A wedding is a long-awaited event for every girl; the bride wants to look stylish and irresistible on this day. Therefore, minor flaws in your figure are not a reason to refuse a dress you like, you just need to listen to the advice of stylists.
- If the waist is not thin enough, you need to choose an outfit with a voluminous skirt that begins to widen from the hip.
- If you have curvy hips and small breasts, the emphasis should be on the neckline. The ideal option would be a model with open shoulders and flounces on the bodice.
- A girl with a short stature should prefer a dress with a high waist.
- The owner of a large breast will be decorated with an outfit with a sleeve or wide straps.
Color solutions
Traditionally, wedding dresses are made in white. But the Fish can be sewn from fabrics of other colors. Dresses in gold or ivory, cream and smoky shades, beige and pearl tones look original.
Girls who like to make a big statement might consider bolder colors. For example, red, olive, blue, purple. In this case, the shade can be either bright and saturated, or muted pastel.
If the bride has fair skin, you should pay attention to shades of white and ivory. Shades of champagne, vanilla, and sand are suitable for dark-skinned girls.
Light colors can be flattering, especially if the outfit is made of shiny fabrics (brocade, satin). Before purchasing, you need to try on dresses of different shades.
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The fish dress or mermaid dress has been a favorite wedding dress option since Victorian times - when the era itself demanded luxury and beauty. The fashion for such outfits has returned again, because the unusual style favorably emphasizes even a not very thin waist and ample chest, and the long skirt makes the gait smooth and slow.
The fish dress looks very impressive, but it needs a complete look, so the hairstyle for it needs to be chosen very carefully. It is important not only to choose the desired style of wedding dress, but also to complement it with accessories.
Several hairstyle options
The hairstyle for a fish or mermaid wedding dress should be as sophisticated and delicate as the outfit itself. Experts recommend the following options:
1. Loose hair, falling beautifully over bare shoulders, will perfectly complement the simplicity and elegance of the outfit. They can be curled into neat curls or laid to one side. Another worthy option is to gather up the hair, moving it away from the forehead, and give the curls freedom at the back - which will repeat the flying, flowing style of the dress.
2. Collected hairstyle options: Strict buns and curls go well with an elegant fishtail dress.
3. A light backcombing that turns into curls will help add lightness to the look.
4. Owners of a short bob can simply curl the ends outward, or in the form of textured waves, and complement the look with a hat or veil in a retro style.
5. To decorate luxurious long hair, a hairstyle on the side, strands curled into waves and pinned with a comb or a decorative hairpin above the ear, will help. The elegance of a long dress with a train will be emphasized by a neat tail.
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Marry me! The first thing any woman associates with these words is a luxurious wedding dress. After the dress, the future bride plunges into thoughts about how her hair should look. It is very important that the styling is in harmony with both your image and you as a whole. The style of the decoration already tells you what the hair should be like. Everything here must correspond to each other, because a wedding is one of the most important events!
The Greek dress looks very feminine. Many brides make their choice in his favor. Thanks to this decoration, it is possible to hide the flaws of the figure and emphasize its advantages. For this type of decoration, it is recommended to style it in the Empire style - curls, wreaths and braids. Curls can be decorated with ribbons and flowers. The braid can be casual or strict.
