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WHM3IWFPUE PRESS, WPDNES9DAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1990, PAGE 23 -EN VOGI Pumm-- - __ CiE EN VOGU[ EN. VOGUE lIN VOGE EN VOiIJ -Use a dffekent appirxsch whèn buymnga wddigif §Nowv that wedding season is upon us and the list of gifts. to buy is growing long, you are confronted or challenged with a decision: What will be a special and wqnderful gift that the couple will cherish forevrer? Those guests ýwho don't want to give the typical bridai registry se- lection of assorted. place settings, china and crystal, shouild consider some of the suggestions ofeedb Ann Lawrence, renowned desgnrand purveyor of an- tique linens and laces. Most people are comfortable with the familiar -and tend to stick to the same gift over and over. It means se much more to the recipient when you select something a little different or unusual. "I feel that the quality and type of gift is a real re- flection on the giver, so it is important to personally choose something," says Miss Lawrence. Create an individual type of gift--perhaps one centered around a particular theme. Some ideas to win their hearts - "RomanzqWekndý a set of colored Venetian Èordieza ass and de- canter; "W7zite Nighs, " a basket fille with a white Brussels lace fýed cover sheets and pillowcàses; "«Tea 1kr Two, " a teapot ànd tea qaddy; "My Favoritý lldngs, " a wicker ihaniper filled with a assortnintof dishes, glasses, linens; and "Swee: Dieam," his and hers silk robes and dressing gowns. If you know the couple well, then con- sider their lifestyle and select a gift ac- cordingly. For the contemporary couplé who loives to entertain, a selection of Ma- jolica luncheon plates or serving pieces is best. Traditionalists midght enjey a cash- mere paisley throw, a bamboo rocker or toile tray made into, a small side table. Perhaps they like old fashioned things - items such as linen tablecloths, a pair of continental size linen pillow shamý with lace trimn or a set of six matchin- « Irish linen damask handtowels are P, few of As the times change, so do the stylesfor the brides of the '90s @The brides of the '90s are flot as traditional as those of the past. Because more women are getting niarricd after they have established careers* and independence, their ideas about their weddings are very different from those of brides of past dec- ades. Today's 'bride and groom are more apt te pay for their own wedding than before. The days of the mother of the bride making ail the; arrangements, the father of the bride paying ail the bis, and the groom representýng only the figure on top of the wedding cake, are long gone. Modemn brides are professional pearîs aýorning her stockings and veil as women, marrying at an eIder age, after well as Isequins and rhinestones in ber they have established their careers and jewelry.' therefore, they are more able to afford The new designs in wedding bands the high prices that a wedding can incur. hold more gems and detail than the un- Today, decisions, expenses and choices adorned -traditional solid band that has are shared between the bride and groomn. been wnrn in the nast. The Iltest trendi in A personai touch Another difference between the brides of yesterday and those of today.is in their choices of ceremony. Fewer brides choose the traditional ceremony; instead, they opt for a more personal touch. Many brides and groomns write, their own vows or choose a different type of cere- mony, such as the candle ighting cere- nmony which represents the union of the two families. The mnodemn wedding muy aiso differ in its mnusic. The traditional choice of "Here, Cornes the Bride" is no longer the popular favorite; many brides have cho- sen softer mielodies from current music or Broadway themes for use as their en- trance song. The use of a singer before the start of the ceremony has also be- corne very popular, adding'a more per- sonal touch to the joyous event. Colorful difference The styles and colors that today's brides choose reflect the most obvious change from previous years. Gone are the pastel and earthy tonies and flowing styles that were the craze during the '80s-the '90s bring form-titting gowns with more vibrant colors onte the scene and into today's wedding party. More shades of iridescent blue, red and purple can be seen in the current col- lections by the designers. One recent ad- dition te the color'of bridesmaid's gowns is black. Black-and-white weddings, as well as ail white (or "snowball") wed- dings, have become very popular in the past year. The look ôf accessories is also chang- ing as we head into the '90s. Glamour and detail have taken over where dainty and delicate left off. The modemn bride can look forward to plenty of lace and wedding bands for women is the ring guard that wraps around the engagement ring and usually holds clusters of dia- monds or other precious gems. This new style is, becoming increasingly popular with the modemn bride and is even being purchased as a wedding gift from the groom to the bride. Grooms get involved More grooms are becoming involved in ail aspects of wedding' planning, includ- ing the selection of the bride's gown. Many brides are now asking their fiancés to accompany themn when they go to choose their gown-the age-old super- stition ~f bad luck coming upon a bride Who haý been seen in her gown by her groom is no longer a worry for the bride of the '*s. Another change in the wedding cere- nony is the honor of escerting the bride down the aisle. Because many brides coeefrorn broken homes whore there are twe sets of parents, a problem has arisen as to who will escort the bride 'to the altar. Many brides today have chosen te walk dlown the aisle by themselves or with the groom. There are many differences that can be seen between the modemn day bride and those who came before her, but ne oneknows what is in store for the bride of the year 2000. Perhaps we will return te the bld ways and values. Hopefully, each y4ar will bring a new and interest- ing addit ion for the future bride to enjoy. Ann Lawrence's favorites. A garden set- tee or a icker loveseat could capture the romantic and practical side of the out- door enthusiast., Soine unwritten rules that are helpful to remember when giving a gift: EveR though mrany etiquette experts say you haVe a year to send yoûr gifi, Ann L.aw- ren~ce feels that is toc, lýng. Three to six mc>nths seemi to be-muqh more timely as wqll as appropriate. How niuch you spend really should depend on you. She strongly believes it isthe thought that counts and'something froni the heart means much more than a careless choice. Avoid giving* a gift just for the sake of giving it. If it coffies down to that, do flot be original but opt for the most boring of traditions, which is giving money. Keep in mind this old saying, *A grea: love goes here with a litie gifi, " when giv- ing or receiving gifts. Paradi -se .. Island STanning and Swimwear ARE YOU PREPARING FOR YOUR HONEYMOON TRAVEL? Try Our 1 month ullmrited tanning for two ONLY $99 1ST TANNIENG SESSION IS FREE Coming Soon - Body Glove And Sea Folley Cas al nd oi-,% ur iote,.-iiooe trve Selma Awan's designer visa ailows her to travel the world ini search of top quality fabrkcs. Seinia prefers original materials as luxurious' silks from Italy, laces from Paris, and elegant sequined fabrics froin patterns are used, as ail work is done by measurements. 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