Affordable Wedding Dresses - Crochet

Bear with me; I know that when most people think of crochet, granny blankets spring to mind. But crochet can actually be delicate and stylish and it can look great in a wedding dress, as shown by LeAnn Rimes' wedding brunch crochet dress. You can either go for a fully crocheted dress or select one with just a touch for a fun vibe.

Crochet was big in the seventies and a crochet wedding dress definitely provides this feel, so select a crochet dress if you want a retro, bohemian vibe.

I've found a range of cheap crochet wedding dresses that are ideal for your big day.

Vintage 60s Cotton Bohemian Crochet Lace Wedding Dress - Etsy

This is a proper retro looking crochet wedding dress. The gown, from Kitsch Bitsch Vintage, is fully crocheted in a dark cream colour. It's cotton and stretchy, so will fit well. Plus, it comes with a free slip to go underneath so you don't have to flash that much flesh.

It looks lovely with the flower crown and bouquet, go for a similar look at your wedding for a sixties feel.


Priced £262.65

Mollie Crochet Mesh Maxi Dress - Boohoo

This crochet maxi dress from Boohoo is only £30! It's the cheapest on the list and probably the cheapest of all of the Affordable Wedding Dresses that I've featured.

It's got just a subtle crochet detail on the chest and the mesh skirt, this gives it a summery, beach feel. In fact, it would be perfect for a beach or garden wedding.

Priced £30

Miss Evita Crochet Wedding Dress - Etsy

This is an example of a glamorous crochet wedding dress. I love that this is a classic bridal silhouette and it's made more interesting with the crochet overlay. It's ideal for a bride who wants a touch of bohemian look but still wants a stylish wedding look.

£299.92

Miguelina Lilac Crochet Maxi Dress - Nieman Marcus

This all-over crochet maxi dress has a lovely texture and feel. It has a shorter slip underneath so, you get a long dress but you can also show off your legs.

The capped sleeves and boat neck are very flattering and provide a timeless silhouette while the crochet makes it quirky and fun.

Priced £370.98

Journey Bohemian Luxe Sheer Crochet Wedding Dress - Etsy

Another Etsy crochet wedding dress; Etsy is a really great place to find both handmade and vintage crochet clothes. This one is a light, all-over crochet that gives it an ethereal feel. I love the long sleeves and sweeping skirt.

It's got a sexy low back which gives it a modern touch.

Priced £599.23


That's all for this week, check back next Monday for more affordable wedding dresses.

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If I Were A Rich (Wo)Man: Happy Hippy

I was going to do a royal baby themed wish-list this week but then I caught on to myself; I'm not sure I can handle much more. Although little Prince George's birth has been very useful for discounts.

Instead, with the sun shining and the heat still going, all I really want to do is hang around in fields in a long white dress and listen to Bob Dylan on repeat. Therefore, I've got a hippy themed wish-list.

I've got to start with a dress and this Mi Amore Lace Dress from Free People is ideal.

Mi Amore Lace Dress in Taupe - Free People

The crochet detail and the bell sleeves provide the perfect laid back vibe. It comes in Taupe, White and Block, I can't decide which I like best.

Mi Amore Lace Dress in White - Free People

Mi Amore Lace Dress in Black - Free People

I think white wins it.
Unfortunately, this little beauty costs £228, so I will not be owning it anytime soon. Maybe I could try to sew some crochet doilies together for the same affect?
Maybe not.

To accompany the dress, I love this Neptune Body Chain by Vanessa Mooney.

Neptune Body Chain by Vanessa Mooney

Neptune Body Chain by Vanessa Mooney

I like body chains, though they have been taken over a little by those who really should not bare that much skin. The delicate shells on this one make it subtle yet interesting. $195 dollars though, I can dream.

Another piece of jewellery now. If you get the Etsy newsletters you may have already seen this ring. I spotted it and fell a little in love.

Sterling and Copper Mountain Ring - Etsy

The Sterling and Copper Mountain Ring by RockaSailor looks like the sun rising over the peaks. And it's handcrafted, people are so clever.
£60, maybe I'll save my pocket money.

Last but not least, every hippy needs a flower crown.

Cream Rose Flower Crown - Etsy

Flower wreaths have been worn for centuries as decoration and to celebrate special occasions. They're having a bit of a resurgence at the moment. I love this Cream Rose Flower Crown from Rouge Pony on Etsy.

Cream Rose Flower Crown - Etsy

Not bad at £25, maybe I should splash out before the summer disappears.

Check back in next Friday for another wish-list.

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Beat the Heat: Grandma's Remedies

The heatwave is still going strong here in Britain, and although it's lovely to see the sun, us Brits aren't very good at coping with temperature extremes. It's a cliché but it's true.

We pray for sun all year round so that we can expose our white bits to the sky.

But when the sun arrives we have to go and lie down in a darkened room, we can't handle it.

There are lots of ways to beat the heat, staying inside in an air conditioned room is one of them. But, if you would like to experience some of the warm weather I suggest you try these remedies that my Grandma always used to tell me. As we all know, Grandma's are never wrong.

Run your wrists under cool water
The water will cool the blood and, therefore, the rest of your body. Do this for a minute or two and you should notice the difference.

Keep your feet cool
My Granny always says that whatever temperature your feet are, so the rest of your body will be. In the winter if your feet are warm the rest of you will warm up too. So, in the heat keep you feet cool. Wear sandals (without socks!) and if you're sunbathing put your feet in a paddling or swimming pool to keep the temperature low.

Tie your hair up
If you have long hair you are probably already doing this, as the feel of heavy hair on a hot neck is horrendous. But if you're not, clip that hair up right now. Your hair can act like a scarf around your neck, which is great in the winter but not so much in the heat, let your neck breath.

Wear wet clothes
This is probably quite hard to do if you're at work or a social situation. But, if you get a chance, soak a top in cold water and put it on. Not only will the coolness feel great but the water will evaporate, taking the heat with it.

Drink hot drinks

I'm still not 100% sure if this is true, but my Grandmother always swore by it and while everyone else was having an iced lemonade, she'd be sipping on a tea. Hot drinks will make you sweat, which is your body's way of cooling down. The more you sweat, the cooler you'll be. I know it's probably true but it still feels wrong reaching for the kettle in this weather,

Sit in the shade
It's not rocket science, if you're hot, get out of the sun! I know it's difficult for us Brits; we see so little of the sun that when it arrives we are desperate to cook ourselves in it. But sitting out for fifteen minutes under the shade of a tree won't interrupt too much of your tanning time, and it may be the break you need to cool down.

I hope these tips help.
Enjoy the sun while it's here everyone, but keep cool, and try not to cook yourself to a shade of lobster red.

Sunburn - Image via Jada Beauty

P.S. These images are from the very useful Graphics Fairy (except the last one), have a browse of her free images.

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