Wedding garter inspiration

When planning your big day, I know there's a lot to think about.

This is why I have come up with a handful of wedding garter ideas just for you!

Dainty

Delicate and dainty garters ooze with elegance. Garters like these are perfect for those with rather slim legs, and tend not to look bulky. The unique yet subtle patterns can be made to measure and go perfectly well with fishtail wedding dresses and slim fit designs. A garter such as this is recommended to wear on those with shorter legs, as wider ones can take up more of the leg. These garters are available from many hand-made Bridal boutiques, and can be matched with most bright white dresses or to your own design.

Ivory Roses

Hand-made garters are one thing, but these picture perfect netted roses look the most detailed I have seen. Not only are these made with rose petals in mind, they can be made with any flower, beads or lace. The beauty of these pieces is their colour, as a deeper ivory is becoming more popular. As these garters tend to be layered and full, they work best with very heavy wedding dresses, ones made up of heaps of silk and other luxurious materials.

Diamond Couture

These high class pieces are guaranteed to sparkle. Often made with real diamonds, vintage silk and ribbon they are definite keepsakes. You are able to make these into budget garters too, meaning that you can search around for the right amount of jewels you'd like to place onto the material and have them handmade.

Thigh Chain

This very original and unique idea is something we've been seeing on bridal catwalks for just a few years. Thought to be very modern, these chains are seen as very un-traditional (and not in a bad way.) Some brides even choose the ‘Pandora’ style, choosing a charm to hang from the chain. Not only are these highly sexy and petit, they also look stunning against the skin and complete wedding lingerie.

Double Floral

This garter uses two designs to create a double wear. These garters can be hand-picked, as the bride can choose her very own two that she thinks will match. Often, one garter is larger than the other, ensuring that the leg does not look too over-dressed. To me, this actually reminds me of some kind of Bridal artwork, and looks rather like a tattoo. Doubling anything in your wedding outfit can be a great idea, because let's face it if you're in two minds about what to wear, you can go for both!

Lots of love, Hayley Sttansfield @ClubHen.com