Today's article is inspired by an event that happened in the summer of 2020. I was invited to the wedding of my best friend. Naturally, like every good friend, I was truly excited about the bride's dress and the outfits of all her loved ones. On the same day, I asked the bride's mother what she planned to wear for the occasion. She pulled a sequined dress in champagne color out of her wardrobe, and at that moment I forgot about everything around me—even for a second, I forgot about my best friend and her wedding dress. It felt like time stopped. I fell in love with that dress! Yes, I really did fall in love! That's why today I decided to talk all about this topic. I want to convince every woman that she absolutely must own at least one dress in this soft and beautiful color. A champagne-colored dress is a great way to highlight your sophistication, as this color carries an unparalleled sense of luxury and a unique softness.
What skin tone does this color suit? A champagne-colored dress is universal when it comes to facial tones. However, to achieve the best effect, you should know that this dress suits people with medium to dark skin tones the most. If your facial skin is very fair, then choose a dress in a more saturated tone, otherwise, the color may "wash out" your face. Champagne harmonizes beautifully with greenish undertones as well.
What makeup should you choose? This depends entirely on your skin tone:
What fabric should we choose? The choice of fabric is important, so to showcase the beauty of this color, you need to pick the right one. Of course, you should also consider the occasion and the season. For formal and evening events, go for a champagne-colored dress made of silk or satin. These fabrics create an understated, shiny, and luxurious effect. For summer parties or strolls through seaside resorts, you can opt for a tulle dress. This material will give you a gentle and romantic look, while still looking amazing. Sequins are most suitable for corporate or New Year's parties. If you're looking for such a dress for the winter season, choose velvet. Champagne looks great on this fabric.
Length? The length of the dress depends on many factors. First of all, you need to consider your body shape to determine which areas to highlight or hide. If you're plus-size, you should go for a plus-size silhouette. I recommend a dress of medium length with an empire waist. This will elongate your figure and visually shed a few pounds. If you have a fuller bust, don't forget to highlight it with a V-neckline. Choose a light fabric that’s comfortable to wear. If you want to hide excess weight on your arms, go for a design with long, wide lace sleeves. Women with perfect figures have no restrictions. You can choose a long dress with all kinds of interesting accents, such as an open back or an asymmetrical cut—but only if your skin tone allows it. An open back, for example, is a great idea if you have a nice tan, but your hairstyle should be an updo or another lifted style.
What accessories and jewelry should we add to a champagne dress? Yellow and rose gold complement every skin tone and pair perfectly with the warm hue of champagne, so they are the best choice when it comes to coordination. Pearls are also suitable, as they create a classic look in combination with a champagne-colored dress. Silver jewelry, on the other hand, may work only if the dress has a cooler satin shine or is made of sequins. Don’t experiment with bag colors—go with gold, silver, or pastel pink. You can also add a belt, but it should also be in the metallic range. If the dress has short sleeves, you can also bring a delicate tulle or satin shawl.
What shoes go with such a dress? Here’s the good and the bad news. Let’s start with the good. The choice of shoes is not limited to silver or gold. Beige and other nude tones are excellent, as they visually elongate the legs and won’t steal focus from the dress. White heels or sandals will create an incredibly soft look. The same goes for cream-colored shoes. A champagne dress can also be paired with more unconventional colors like burgundy, green, or royal blue shoes, but in that case, you should have at least one more element in your look in the same or a similar color. Now, the bad news. Black shoes are allowed only in a few cases—if your dress is long and your makeup is darker. In all other situations, forget about your black shoes. For a more youthful look, you can even wear sneakers instead of high heels.
Here are a few fun facts about champagne-colored dresses. I did some research online and found out that this color is the top choice for the mothers of most future brides. Another interesting fact is that the idea for this color came from the sparkle of the luxurious sparkling white wine "Champagne".
