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Bridal Trends
By Jan Littlejohn
Wherever you
proclaim your love be sure to shine on your important day
here are some bridal trends in fashion for the upcoming
year. Say yes to your Lancelot in an empire gown. This high
waist style tops the list of most romantics and a fairytale
wedding needs a princess to complete the story look radiant
in a voluminous bejewelled ball gown think princess Diana or
Carrie Vivienne Westwood dream dress in the movie sex and
the city….
A romantic look
The empire dress of
the Victorian era is updated this coming seas with oversizes
chiffon floral appliqués for a picture perfect gown easy
white silk and chiffon strapless with contrasting white silk
bow is stunning Ivory taffeta gown with off the shoulder
sleeves and bustled back…ivory duchess sating and taffeta
tuxedo vest paired with a full silk organza asymmetrical
skirt and completed with an ivory top hat is sure to make
any bride the centre of attention
Floral finishes
Tone-0n-tone floral
appliqués and corsages are in full bloom this coming season
Oversized silk taffeta cabbage rose corsage adorns a simple
neckline while a pretty look gown with a chiffon floral
lattice. or a sweet golden appliquéd bouquets add lush
luxury
Fancy Frills
Why skirt the issue
of looking all out glamorous Created layers of dazzling
ruffles and frills at the hemlines of full length gowns
creating a modern look to theses classics
Short Skirt
Higher hemlines are
perfect for casual weddings…check out the sophisticated knee
high creations
Silver Screen
Elegance
Taking cues from
1960’s Hollywood heroines including Elizabeth Taylor and
Sophia Lauren create a contemporary yet romantic look. A
leading lady in jewelled halter A-line gown in white silk
and organza or deep V-neck with ruffle trim on ruched silk.
Or a modified trumpet with a soft sweetheart neckline
finished in ivory mesh organza with cotton appliqués and
scalloped hemline
Grecian Goddess
Fashion forward
brides who continue to update neoclassic, looks with
beautifully draped silk taupe jersey and an asymmetrical on
shoulder design that is tied at the back. Deep V-neck
halter dress in champagne silk satin is minimal yet chic.
When worn with a voluminous sleeved shawl. the in this look
becomes a fashionable Helen of Troy. |
