Hangers. Airplanes live in them.
Hangers. People who apply wallpaper.
Hangers. A unique and often forgotten wedding detail that has the potential to add a new level of chic to your photos.
One of these things is not like the other… so unless you’re getting married inside a plane or you’re inviting your wallpaper hanger to your wedding, the top two types of hangers have no purpose in your bridal plans. But hangers, the kind that hold up your clothes, have business in your wedding?
Yes!
Unless you’re gettin’ hitched in your birthday suit, you’re going to need to change into your wedding gown and this “getting ready” time is key for capturing great photos. Many of our favorite wedding day pics are the ones where the bride transforms from single lady to runway ready. But before you slip your dress on, your photographer may have plans for beautiful, artistic shots of your wedding dress, hanging up in all its glory.
We’ve seen gowns hanging from ornate doorways, open windows, and the tops of four-poster beds. So with such clever and thoughtful shots, why allow your dress to drape from a leftover, plastic Old Navy hanger that you asked to take home at check-out? Your wedding dress is the most important piece of clothing that you’ll ever wear and it deserves an original and special hanger to rest on before it turns you into the quintessential bride.
A cream or white padded hanger complements your gown’s femininity. They are inexpensive and you can buy them for you (and even your bridesmaids!) from HangerCity.com. These soft hangers will also protect your gown and won’t leave any rust or grease marks since they’re covered with fabric.
Kick it up a notch with some sparkle! If you’re a girly-girl with a twinkle in her eye, a bedazzled hanger is definitely for you and your gown! EverythingHangers.com has a variety of Glam Hangers which are beaded on chic, French body designs. Match your wedding colors or choose a neutral, bridal-ish color to showcase your gown. With options in amber, pink, turquoise, and more, you’ll be able to meet the needs of your personal style.
Okay, and now we introduce the ultimate in cuteness for your hangers! Did you know you can get personalized hangers to commemorate your wedding day? Yes! These high-quality wire hangers (not like the ones your neighborhood dry cleaner gives you) are sturdy enough to hold your gown’s weight of ribbons, beads, lace, and any other materials it boasts. We also think that a personalized hanger makes a great gift for your bridesmaids! How cute would it be to stage a photo of all the bridesmaids’ dresses hanging on their own hangers with yours right in the middle?! We have the vision — now you go make it happen! The Painted House and More is a thorough Etsy.com shop that offers beautiful work for your custom orders! The store offers plain, wooden hangers with cursive wire writing or intricately painted hangers with cursive wire writing — the creativity is endless! Also, LilaFrances, the original creator of the personalized wire hanger customizes pieces made 100% out of wire. Take a look around the online store and find your unique style that can be personalized with your name, or “Bride,” or “Mrs. ____” LilaFrances also has a Facebook page that frequently posts updates, so we suggest you follow on The ‘Book. Wire hangers are such a lovely keepsake that displays your dress in the beautiful way it deserves!
Bet ya thought about hangers more than you ever anticipated! This just goes to show that there are so many ways to personalize your wedding and add unique elements in even the seemingly smallest of details. After all, you’re getting married and you’ll want to hang on to these memories of a lifetime.
