One of the most important items to consider by the bride is her wedding dress. It is a key element that can contribute to the success of the wedding. Since this is going to be your special day, you would want to be the star of the big event and being the bride, all eyes are on you. You would want to make a lasting impression not only to your guests but also to your future husband. You would want him to remember forever the day he saw you walking down the aisle in your wedding dress. You would want to see his face, teary eyed and in awe, enthralled by your beauty.
Fashion nowadays have taken some wild turns this season, the styles are more contemporary in nature displaying the brides desire to express themselves further. Designs now are bolder in nature but still managed to maintain an elegant and classic look. You are in luck because here is an article about the current trend of designs for wedding dresses in 2011.
The Roaring 20s
This season many designers have incorporated the elegance of the ladies of the 1920s. This look is best exemplified by dropped waists, art deco designs and flapper style flare. This style is extremely flattering for tall and thin brides.
Sporty
A sporty look can also be elegant and formal. The characteristic of this style is simplicity coupled with clean smooth edges with a lot of draping. This style will compliment brides that have an athletic build and those who want to emphasize their collar bone.
The Deep V
The classic V-neck is back this season. The fabric used to compliment this style is smooth and flowing. This look creates a romantic and elegant effect because the fabric billows with every movement made by the bride. This style is ideal for many different types of women. The deep V has a lot of different colour hues that you can choose from.
Glamour to the Max
This year the old Hollywood glamour is back. Think of the elegance of Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn. This style is characterized by over the top draping and large asymmetrical bows. This design will look stunning on full figured brides. With this style you can incorporate a belt, ruffles and even a bustier. If you are big on the top then this style might be the right one for you.
Ball Gown
The ball gown look dates back from the early 50s. The characteristic of this style is a full skirt which is romantic and reminds you of princesses in fairytales like Cinderella and Sleeping beauty. This is probably one of the most popular designs since this is the type of wedding gown that would- be brides have pictured themselves in since they were young girls. This style will work well for brides who love to show their cleavage.
Tea Length
This is a style made for summer and spring weddings. This works well with most body types. This style also can be complimented by stellar wedding day shoes. This style denotes casualness, comfortability and a free spirit.
Grecian Beauty
This dress style is elegant with a flowing nature; this is often characterized by layers of billow chiffon fabric. This style works well for a beach wedding or a destination wedding. Brides with an athletic body type will look stunning in this type of design because it accentuates the collar bone and toned arms. It will also be a style that is flattering for thin women with a smaller bust size, because of the empire waist cut which gives an illusion of a fuller chest.
Hugging the Curves
If you have it why not flaunt it? This season is all about emphasizing your curves. From the mermaid cut to the slinky silhouette design, brides will surely turn a lot of heads during her big day.
Remember the Classics
Not all brides prefer the latest fashion style for wedding dresses in 2011 because not all runway looks are practical for them. One main problem will be that it might not fit your current budget but you can still have fun with the classic wedding gown look. Here are a few items that are timeless and are often associated with the beauty and elegance of a bride.
lace
pearls
gloves
ballet flats
garter
Accessorize
If you don't have the budget to go for the latest fashions, don't despair because you could still pull off a smashing look by using the right fashion accessories to compliment your ensemble. Shoes can make or break your entire outfit. Having the right shoes to match your wedding gown will make you feel confident and comfortable. Take the time to find an elegant pair of shoes that shows off this seasons flair. You can also use a wedding clutch bag as one of your accessories so that you can store small items like lipstick, pressed powder, handkerchief etc.
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