How to create a deep plunging neckline with your Convertible Dress

One of the best ways to turn heads this season is with a deep plunging neckline dress.  I noticed many of the dresses worn to the Emmy’s this year had deep plunging necklines.

If you have a wedding coming up, or an event you can create this look with your convertible dress.

Please view the video as well as step by step instructions.

Plunging Neckline

1. Step into dress or place over head so that the sashes are facing the front.

2. Pull dress down low so you can see your belly button.

3. Take sashes over the shoulders and bring sashes down the back and create desired back design

4. Bring the sashes down and around the waist and tie and/or tuck in front or back of dress.

You can show as much cleavage or as little cleavage with your convertible dress and truly create a style that you feel comfortable in.

XO –

Francesca

What Bra and Undergarments to Wear with your Convertible Dress?

Finding the right undergarments for any dress can be a challenge. Here are a few of my favorite undergarments that work perfectly under our convertible dresses.

Spanx Super High Power $38: I have found that some of my customers will frown upon wearing Spanx.  Spanx is a necessity under any dress and for every body type! They tame your tummy and create a seamless, hourglass silhouette. Who doesn’t want that! The higher waist falls very close to your bust line, and when you wrap the dress, you can not see the line of the top of the Spanx.

 

Fashion Forms U-Plunge Backless Bra $40: This is a great adhesive bra option for our dresses. It is the deepest plunge, backless, strapless garment on the market. It has padding in it which offers the most cleavage and also comes with a detachable halter strap that lends additional security and support. This bra works really well for the Deep V style option. This bra also has a side clear sticky extension.

 

Nu Bra $35: This is another adhesive bra that works very well with our dresses. It is completely free of any strap extension. Washable, and reusable. Totally backless, strapless and invisible under any dress. It has a front closure for cleavage and lift. I tell my customers to wrap themselves in the style they are going to wear first, and then slip these on individually. (see video below) They do not even need to be clipped together. They stay in place and give you a smooth finish under your dress.

 

Hollywood Tape $10: The famous fashion tape! Easy-to-use, clear double-stick apparel and body tape. It is gentle on the skin, hypoallergenic and leaves no residue on fabrics. I don’t know about you, but I still can’t figure out how to use a safety-pin without it being seen. This is a much better option.

If you are busty and do not feel like any of these options will be good for you, your not out of luck! You can wear your strapless bra with our matching tube top!

Happy Wrapping!

XO – Francesca

4 Tips for taking Maternity Photos

Maternity photos are a wonderful way to document your life during pregnancy. Hopefully, you’re enjoying the glow of pregnancy and want to capture it. However, even if you aren’t feeling your best, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t be photographed.

Here are some tips for taking maternity photos.

1. Location

First, decide on a location that you would like to take pictures. I have always preferred natural light and taking my pictures outside. However, some prefer the comfort and privacy of their own home and others prefer a studio for a more formal vibe. All three are great locations and your pictures will look beautiful.

2. Timing

The best time to schedule a maternity photoshoot is when the belly is large, but not too big. This is typically in Months 7 and 8. At this point your belly will be big and beautiful but not too big where it is hard to move around or pose for a picture.

3. Feeling Beautiful

I think the most important thing is that you feel beautiful, when we feel beautiful inside and out it will shine through in your photos. So buy the dress you love, get your hair done, and put on some makeup.

4. Attire

I suggest wearing a solid color, a pattern would be too busy and take the focus away from your bump. Avoid wearing anything too trendy you don’t want to look back at your photos and think why did I wear that? I prefer simple flowy dresses or a tighter floor length dress that showcases your bump. Some of my favorite dresses are from Rachel Pally http://www.rachelpally.com, Sew Trendy http://www.sewtrendy.com, and of course Nuova Vita http://www.nuovavita.com.

Pictures last a lifetime so take this moment to cradle your baby bump and take the moment to connect to your baby bump. The twinkle in your heart and eyes will shine through in your photos.

XO – Francesca

Why Shop at Nuova Vita?

When shopping online, it can become hard to determine which company stands above the rest. When it comes to buying bridesmaid gowns for your very own special and amazing wedding day, having faith and confidence that the gowns you choose are made to your expectations, is very important.

Nuova Vita’s happy customers!

Here is the truth, I know my gowns are beautiful to wear, glamorous to see and hand-made to a high quality standard. I only promise on what I can deliver and what I can give is high quality, excellent customer service and a dress you will adore.

For me, designing a gown for a group of bridesmaids to wear at a wedding, makes me smile. I picture them smiling as they walk down the isle, laughing during the photos and dancing at the reception. Creating memories in dresses I created for such a special event, touches my heart. When I create maternity gown’s, I know that the person who wears it, will smile softly and proudly as they witness life’s miracle grow within. Memories that will be forever etched in their minds, remembering not only the joys of their child’s first kick but also remembering the glow they felt from feeling beautiful wearing one of my maternity dresses. For those women who are seeking more than a dress, but one that can be styled multiple ways to wear to special events, then wearing one of my signature convertible gown’s is a great choice.

Rosie and me

Nuova Vita is different because I am the owner, designer and creator of Nuova Vita, everything that I sell is a design or style that I absolutely love. I only use quality fabric that is soft to touch and a delight to wear. I do have the help of a Seamstress and together we ensure attention to detail and provide quality garments that are made in the USA and sold around the world. I deliver high customer service by working directly with you to provide the end result you seek. I will go out of my way to find the color you are looking for and can even make a custom dress for you.

As Nuova Vita is a small business, I am able to offer you a variety of options when you purchase, such as choosing the color you want and the length of the dress. So if you love a particular style gown, you can ensure the color fits the theme of your event, whether its for a wedding, wearing during maternity or wearing for a special occasion.

Another picture of Nuova Vita’s happy customers!

Read reviews on Nuova Vita’s gowns on weddingwire.com to see what my customers are saying!

Develop a fashion crush through Nuova Vita’s Instagram Account, follow here.

Francesca XO

Trend Alert: It’s all about the Slit

You read it first here at Nuova Vita. Slit dresses are hot right now. Nuova Vita turns sexiness into glamorous sexy with our very latest convertible slit dress. You can style Nuova Vita’s Goddess Convertible Gown  to showcase your inner goddess by converting the gown to showcase a backless back. Or transform to something that is sensual and elegant with an off-the shoulder style and that is just the start of how you can style your dress as convertible dresses can host an array of different styles. Simply get creative and transform your dress into a different look each time. It’s amazing how you can completely change your look with the one dress. 

The convertible dress with a slit oozes sex-appeal yet looks utterly glamorous at the same time. Wearing something that makes you feel beautiful is what I love to achieve. If you want to show a little skin and look drop dead gorgeous than this convertible dress, is one I know you will desire. Perfect for brides who want to give their bridesmaids a gown that is elegant, classy and makes them feel young and free. Plus, ideal for date nights. Imagine turning up to a blind date wearing this. Watch the man’s eyes pop wide as he smiles, thinking just how lucky he is to meet such a stunning woman. Celebrities who are wearing the one-shoulder slit dress include singer-songwriter Adrienne Bailon and model Miranda Kerr.

Image via: www.dhgate.com

Be warned, when you buy this convertible dress, you will want two! One in a soft color for events such as weddings and one in a bold color, like red, where you want your confidence in yourself and in your body to shine. Proms, date nights, night out with the girls – yes I can picture it now, can you?

Image via: wheretoget.it

XO – Francesca

P.S. To find out just how versatile a convertible dress can be, view Nuova Vita’s style guide here.