THE GINGER BRIDE: An Autumn Classic in Ivory
Ginger brides love autumn. And why wouldn’t they? Red hair comes in a remarkable range of shades to match this most changeable of seasons: auburn, ginger, cinnamon, chestnut, henna, strawberry blond and, yes, carrot top. From the palest strawberry gold to deep burnished auburn, red hair has a warmth and complexity all its own. Hair color, however, is only part of the picture. Many natural redheads have fair, sometimes alabaster skin, often with peach or rosy undertones and, of course, those wonderful freckles. This is where choosing the right bridal white becomes interesting. Ivory, eggshell, cream, and the softer silk whites can be extraordinarily flattering against red hair and fair skin. Why? Stark optical white can create a strong contrast against a very pale complexion and, on some women, make skin look cooler or more washed out. Ivory and eggshell contain just enough warmth to soften that contrast. Put a warm ivory gown against copper hair and peach-toned skin and watch what happ...
