The idea of a tea dress or tea gown has been introduced into fashion as a result of the influence of Asian aesthetics, more then two centuries ago, and the flirty, flowing dress has had quite the history. The tea dress was usually made out of sheer fabric, in toned down colors, and had a mid-calf to ankle-length. It was only later on that the shape of this dress made the transition into bridal fashion and the tea length lace wedding dresses were born. Such wedding dresses had the unconventional bride in view, and for the most part they still do, as they were something bold and the person wearing them would definitely have to have been prepared to make a statement with them. However, even those, who would not opt for such a wedding dress, have to admit that there is a certain flirty, girly quality about them. This would make the woman wearing such a dress seem more outgoing, friendly and just all around more cheerful.
Nowadays tea length lace wedding dresses are considered to be vintage revivals, reminiscent of a sixties style. However, thank God, there are plenty of people who love vintage and are absolutely in love with this type of wedding gown. A mid-calf length makes a woman’s legs seem longer and leaner, and as such it is ideal for the shorter bride, who wants to avoid looking like a large taffy. Especially if the dress has sleeves, one would want to avoid even more heavy fabric wearing them down. But since women’s emancipation fashion has come to allow many things, which would have been thought to be impossible a while ago. This is also the reason for the many different bodices, which can be attached to a tea dress nowadays. You can wear strapless with a laced up back, a nice sweetheart neckline, or if you prefer cute little puffy sleeves. No matter which one you choose, a tea length dress will always make you look young, fresh and classy, all at the same time. You cannot go wrong when choosing this type of wedding dress; it will be the talk of the town for all of the right reasons.