The Modern Bridal Trousseau

In times gone by, every young woman worked on assembling her bridal trousseau, even before she became engaged. Filling a hope chest full of exquisitely embroidered linens and nightgowns is not something that most brides today bother with. However, there is still a place in today’s weddings for a modern version of the bridal trousseau.

A bridal trousseau should be filled with elegant fine lingerie and nightwear. Sexy is great, too, but keep it tasteful. Particularly for the wedding night, it is better to wear a nightgown that is seductive, and yet a touch demure. This is why white is such a popular color for the wedding night lingerie.

As for the specific pieces to shop for, the classic wedding night ensemble is a white silk nightgown, often with a robe over it. Many brides love the elegance of a long nightie, sometimes even with a train, but shorter ones are also a great option. Wedding night pieces usually have some beautiful details that set them apart from everyday nightgowns, such as fine lace (often in sheer panels), chiffon accents, and cuts that reveal just enough. The trousseau robe is generally created from the same luxurious and seductive materials, and is a far cry from the terrycloth robe that you throw on after a shower.

The nice thing about having the two piece bridal trousseau set is that it is like the wrapping on a present. When you emerge in your white silk ensemble, perhaps with your hair down, but still wearing the wedding jewelry that your groom gave you, you will be a vision to behold. (And the pair of pearl earrings that you wore for your wedding jewelry will add that touch of elegance to your trousseau.) Your first time alone together as husband and wife is a momentous occasion, and it deserves to be treated as such.

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