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June 13th, 2004

Weddings, The Color of Love
By E.T. Robbins

    Like many women, 31-year -old Milton resident Sioux Cronin dreams of her wedding day. But the dream doesn't include the traditional white dress. Cronin wants color.
    She says, "On the day I get married, I want to be radiant. White, off-white, and ivory are not flattering colors for my skin tone and don't make me look my best even when I'm tan. I look great in soft greens. They bring out my eyes." While far from typical, Cronin's desire for color isn't as unconventional as you might think.
    ... Local designers are getting more requests for color, too. Roseanna Martino, owner of The Altered Bride in Boston, says, "I actually had a bride that was in a couple of days ago. She ordered a gown from us, and she wants me to order a celery green silk thet she wants to put on her gown. And she has her bridesmaids in the same color. We're going to put a band on her upper hip."
    ... Is your favorite color blue? Try a light blue veil. Do you have an Irish complexion? Add a delicate pale-green lace around your hem or a sash around your waist. Want to be dramatic, yet still bathed in white? Consider long gloves in a different color like lavender. Add sparkle with a tiara or a colorful, beaded head-piece. Of course, don't forget your feet -- shoes are another great place to show your true colors. Remember, if a wedding gown in pink or green is going to make you happiest, go for it. It's your day.