Wedding Wanderlust: Talking Tea Length: 8 Perks of a Shorter Gown!

Tea length dresses are the bomb! Here are some of the advantages to opting for a shorter gown...

Movement: It's easier to dance, and walk, without a bunch of skirt tripping you up!
Clean Hem: If you aren't necessarily the most sentimental and want to get some of your money back by selling your gown post-wedding, a tea length dress will likely be in better shape to do so. Because it's not being dragged across grass, concrete, dirty dance floors and dining areas, the hem will end up less damaged, and thus in better shape for a second wear.
Vintage-y: Vintage-style weddings are really trendy right now, but finding a truly vintage dress in good shape and the right size might be difficult depending on where you are. Many new tea length dresses are designed with a retro or vintage flair and can be easily fit into this popular theme.
SHOES: Why on earth anyone would want to hide a pair of beautiful and possibly pricey shoes is beyond me. Really. No further explanation needed. Just SHOES.

[Shout out to #4 - One of my best friends will be wearing the Justin Alexander to her October wedding! ]

Comfort: Not only are you more free to move, you'll likely be more comfortable in less dress. Less fabric means less weight to carry around all day, and in those summer months could be a cooler option. Sweat reduction is always a bonus in my book!
Cost: Again, less fabric has it's advantages. Tea lengths seem to be a bit more affordable, unless of course you are buying a full length gown and having it altered into a tea length.
Versatility: Not all weddings require traditional formal gowns. A tea length version might better way to match the vibe of a more casual event, or nicer fit for a certain venue, such as a rustic barn or the beach.
Flattering: In my humble, non-expert opinion, tea length dresses look good on every one- tall, short, skinny, curvy. The key is having it tailored appropriately.