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Unique Wedding Gowns For This Summer

Wedding fever is in the air and this summer you will see some very unique wedding gowns. Ball gowns are bigger than ever, ruffles are more intricate, colors range from blushy pinks to pale greys, and form-fitting dresses look sexier than ever. Every year wedding trends seem to change and give us something better but I think 2012 marks the beginning of the BEST wedding trends to ever hit the runway.  Choosing the right gown will be even harder as all of these styles have something to offer. The three top summer wedding trends for 2012 feature different colored wedding gowns, larger ballgowns and leg-flaunting slits.

This summer unique wedding gowns have color

Adding colored sashes to white and ivory gowns has been popular for a few years now but wedding gowns in completely different colors are starting to make a big splash.   More and more brides are choosing different colored unique wedding gowns.  Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker chose black on her wedding day and many other celebs are following in her footsteps.  Reese Witherspoon and Portia Derossi were seen in blush colored gowns. Lisa Ling and Dita Von Teese were seen in brighter colored gowns in red and blue.  It has been common for second time brides to wear different colored wedding gowns but now many first time brides actually want a colored wedding dress because it adds character and personality.  So, don’t be afraid of breaking traditional norms and go for more color instead.

Unique wedding gowns are bigger and better this summer Unique wedding gowns are hitting the runway and the new trend we will see this summer is bigger ball gowns. They are back in style and are perfect for those romantic brides who always dreamed of wearing a Cinderella gown but still want something modern.  For those of you who think bigger ball gowns only mean more fabric and less comfort you are wrong.  These larger gowns are still lightweight regardless of their size because of the fabrics they are made out of such as organza and tulle. These larger ball gowns contain layers and layers of tulle and organza. The outcome? Fairy tale inspired wedding dresses that are lightweight and whimsical.

Unique wedding gowns have leg-flaunting slits this summer

As wedding gowns become more modern and stylish we are seeing traits from the red carpet evening gowns.  One such trend is the high cut, leg-flaunting side or front slit.  Better warn grandma because this trend is now seen in wedding dresses and is more daring than ever.  Angelina Jolie may have started this thigh-high leg-flaunting trend with her Versace dress she wore at the Oscars, but she is not the only celeb appreciating this high-slit. Kim Kardashian, Poppy Delevigne and Rachel McAdams have all rocked this sexy leg-flaunting slit and more celebs are catching on. Wedding designers such as Monique Lhuillier and Ines Di Santo have released their 2012 collection which features thigh-high slits. These slits are perfect and it still leaves much to the imagination. Even better it can be worn by any shape and size giving more women a chance to flaunt this daring look.  These unique wedding gowns are stylish and flattering so get ready to make a tough choice!

 

Amsale Bridal Wedding Trends For 2012

Amsale bridal wedding trends for 2012 will have a much different style than what we are used to seeing.  Amsale Aberra, bridal couture designer, has come up with some unique and fun styles for the soon to be brides out there. We were used to seeing ball gowns, black sashes, belts and jeweled toned dresses, but now we will see more Chantilly lace, color, tulle and shorter length dresses.  2012 has a lot to offer us this year.  So, get excited because Amsale has created gowns that will blow your mind away.

Amsale Bridal Trend: Chantilly Lace and More Color!

The first trend we will see this year in Amsale bridal wear is the use of Chantilly lace in many of their dresses.  For those of you who do not know what Chantilly lace is let me briefly explain. Chantilly lace is a bobbin lace which has a net background featuring patterns of floral, vines and branches.  Embroidering thread with ribbon to create these different floral designs creates these patterns. It’s arguably one of the most romantic fabrics and designers such as Amsale could not get enough of it. Amsale was inspired to make more wedding gowns of Chantilly lace because of how beautiful the royal bride Kate Middleton looked on her wedding day.  Amsale’s Chantilly lace wedding dresses come in all different silhouettes and necklines so we have a lot to choose from.

The next trend we will see this year in Amsale bridal wear is different colors!  Amsale gives brides the option to wear something other than the traditional white this year.  Instead, brides can wear colors such as gold’s, silvers, pinks and blues.  More and more brides are opting to wear other colors besides white on their wedding day.  Surprisingly, not everyone looks great in white so this will give the bride a chance to express her personality in a fun and fashionable way while still looking like a bride.

 

  Amsale Bridal Trend: Tulle and Shorter Dresses

Another trend we will see this year from Amsale is the use of tulle to make dresses. What is tulle exactly? Tulle is lightweight woven netting that is often starched to give it more body.  This trend from Amsale bridal is considered the “fairy tale fabric” because it brings a fairy tale quality to the dress like many of the princesses we grew up worshiping in the movies.  If you want to feel like a princess on your big day then a gown made of tulle is the perfect way to go.  It is a wonderful way to wear a big skirt without wearing something too heavy.  There are also very couture styles for the tulle skirt these days with layers and draping instead of the classic ball gown skirt.

The last trend you will see this year are brides choosing shorter dresses over the classic long wedding dress.   This style was made popular in the 1950’s and is coming back in a big way.  Designers such as Amsale have created super-short wedding dresses to satisfy the needs of the most modern and young brides.  Many would think this look was inappropriate because of how much leg would be showing but surprisingly it looks elegantly tasteful on the right body and is perfect for less formal venues.  Many girls are even choosing to wear two gowns on their big day and done a long classic gown for the ceremony and change into a shorter gown for the reception.  Simply add the perfect pair of ankle-tied sandals or heels to create a chic, dramatic look this wedding season.  If you want to show some leg and have a sexier look then shorter dresses are for you.  Amsale has always brought us classic and elegant gowns that flatter all figures and this year will be no different. 

May 24, 2012   |  0 comments

Pre-owned Wedding Dresses

Pre-owned wedding dresses

Once upon a time many brides purchased their wedding dresses secondhand to save some money but they kept it a secret.  Or they actually wore their mother's or another relatives gown. Today, brides have bragging rights because frugality is in! Pre-owned wedding dresses can be purchased directly through sites like preownedweddingdresses.com which is an online store that allows the modern bride to sell her gown after her big day to another lucky bride at a fraction of the price.  

 You can choose from more than 10,000 new sample gowns or used wedding gowns that are marked up to 80 % off! Most of the gowns listed on pre-owned are higher end designer gowns such as Vera Wang, Kenneth Pool and Christos.  So, if you want to save money without sacrificing fashion definitely choose pre-owned. 

 

What are the benefits to buying a pre-owned wedding dress?

Wedding items are far too expensive nowadays and are only used for a couple of hours. Would you buy a car and drive it once? No! So, why do we do this with our wedding dresses? Pre-owned wedding dresses are for those who are looking for a designer dress without breaking the bank. Individual former brides who are sick of seeing their beautiful wedding gowns sit in their closets want to find another home for their gowns.   

We all know the likelihood of our daughter wanting to wear our wedding gown one day is slim to none so there is no reason to let it sit in a box for the next 50 years.  Brides want to share their happiness with other happy brides who are on a mission to find that perfect dress and recoup some of the expense of their gown in the process. 

There are also many professional wedding vendors such as Bride Couture that sell sample wedding gowns which, although being tried on in the store, were not worn for a wedding.  According to an American wedding study a designer dress sells for as much as $10,000 dollars or more. Let’s be realistic here, no one wants to spend more on their dress than their entire wedding! 

A growing number of brides are turning to pre-owned wedding dresses because they are looking to save money and be eco-friendly by purchasing a used gown. For some, the thought of wearing someone else’s wedding dress may freak them out but it is not like buying a used pair of jeans that have been worn for years. Instead, these used wedding dresses have only been worn for a couple of hours and most of them have been cleaned and are in perfect condition. 

 

It is safe and easy to sell your pre-owned wedding dresses

There are many sites out there that allow girls to sell their wedding gowns but preownedweddingdresses.com is the best.   Some may be skeptical of selling or buying anything online because of the many imitators and fake websites. However pre-owned has one of the highest selling rates, more buyers and not to mention, they have one of the highest Google rankings which means your gown will be seen by more brides than any other site. 

Also, paying via PayPal will protect the buyer against most scams.  Make sure you are clear with the bride on the terms of the sale since many sales are final.  Gowns sold through a company like Bride Couture have an amazing no risk return policy so you can try before you buy.   

 If you are looking to sell your pre-owned wedding dress simply go to their website at www.preownedweddingdresses.com and create an account. It only costs $25 to list your dress online until it sells! Most websites or consignment shops that allow you to sell your items usually want some sort of commission or percentage, but not at pre-owned. 

All the money you make off your wedding items is yours to keep. Even better, there are no subscriptions or renewals and the average sale time is 70 days! So, reduce your wedding waste and maximize your budget by choosing a pre-owned wedding dress.   You can even resell your pre-owned wedding dress again after your big day!

 

May 18, 2012   |  0 comments

Popular Wedding Dresses

 

Popular wedding dresses

There are thousands of dresses out there to choose from these days. However, what are the most popular wedding dresses brides choose? Because there are so many wedding dresses in the market it makes it a lot more difficult to choose the perfect gown.  You will think you found the dress and then later change your mind because you find another beautiful gown. In your struggle for finding the most popular dress there are hundreds of designs in all colors and fabrics that are available in the market so don’t get frustrated, because you will have a lot of options and it really is hard to go wrong.

What are today's popular wedding dresses?

So, what does a popular wedding dress look like nowadays? Previously, brides would choose the traditional princess gown which consists of a fitted bodice with a waistline that leads to a full skirt.  Surprisingly many soon to be brides do not go for these silhouettes anymore as they prefer a more fitted silhouette instead.  Ball gowns are still very popular but there are many other options available for a less formal gown.  The different silhouettes that are more fitted to the body consist of mermaid trumpet and sheath styles. Mermaid gowns seem to be the most popular of them all as we see many brides show off their curves in this style. You all remember Kim Kardashian’s wedding where she actually wore two mermaid style gowns!  I feel like whenever a celebrity wears a certain trend we all are quick to follow their fashion sense because they usually look stunning in whatever it is they are wearing. So, when searching for popular wedding dresses I suggest you look at what the celebrities are wearing. 

 

As I mentioned earlier Kim Kardashian rocked two Vera Wang mermaid gowns that resembled that sort of 50’s voluptuous elegant Hollywood style. Kim’s main gown featured a strapless ivory dress with a voluminous tulle skirt and basque waist so she still opted for something a little more traditional.  If you think you like the sheath style more than copy celebrity Molly Sims’ wedding dress instead.  Her beautiful Marchesa’s drop-waist lace sheath gown from the Spring 2012 collection featured a flare lace skirt and appliqued cascade sleeves.  The latest and greatest fashion however is the unique skirts with layers resembling petals, draping, or covered in appliques. There are so many styles to choose from so just start browsing the web!


Where can I buy popular wedding dresses at affordable prices?

You’re probably thinking popular wedding dresses are most likely very expensive which can be the case for many wedding gowns.  Since the newest trends come from some of the top designers runway collections they can be pretty pricy. Because there are so many dresses in the bridal market you can find a popular dress without going way over your budget.  Designer bridal shops carry many popular dresses however they will cost a lot more because they are made to perfection. Luckily you can purchase these higher end styles online by brides who want to sell their designer gowns for half the price. If you don’t feel comfortable buying your wedding dress online from some random person then purchase your trendy designer gown at a sample store such as Bride Couture. Sample stores sell designer gowns for up to 80% off! They usually only carry one of each style so you better hurry and get your popular wedding dress before another soon to be bride snatches it up.


Apr 25, 2012   |  1 comment

Backless Wedding Dresses

Backless Wedding Dress

 

Your big day is coming up and we all know how hard it is to find that perfect wedding dress. Every bride wants to look spectacular on her big day and what better way to do that by wearing a backless wedding dress. Backless gowns are dramatic, sexy, and romantic and really appropriate for any season. If you want to appear glamorous, attractive and elegant on your big day then backless is the way to go.  There are so many different types of backless designs to choose from depending on how much skin you want to show and how dramatic you want it to be.  Having gowns with a higher neckline and plunging back are still somewhat conservative but very sexy.

 

Bras to Wear for a Backless Wedding Dress

Most backless wedding dresses have sleeves or a halter and then a plunging back or keyhole back.  This can make it difficult when looking for the perfect under garments. There are many bras, slips and hosiery you can buy that are not only comfortable to wear, but are easily concealable in order to hide any straps against your bare back. Your best bet is to buy either a strapless bra or backless bra which comes with transparent straps. For those of you who have a smaller chest, adhesive silicone backless bras or individual stick-on cups will suit you best. If you want to make sure your tummy stays tucked in while your breasts stay supported in your backless wedding dress go for a backless long line bra that fastens near your lower back. Another thing you can do is purchase a strapless body shaper that will really suck you in so you don’t have to worry about your lunch showing. Body shapers either come in thong shapers or full bottom coverage so figure out which one you like best

What Kind of Jewelry Goes Best with a Backless Wedding Dress?

The bridal jewelry you decide to wear should definitely coordinate with the wedding gown you have selected.  The process of choosing bridal jewelry should be carefully thought out and must be made with as much attention as your wedding dress. The jewelry is what will finish off your look and bring the entire ensemble of your backless wedding dress together. Adding a bridal lariat is the perfect piece of jewelry to add to show off your beautiful open back.  A bridal lariat is simply a necklace that is worn around the neck.  However, the back of the neck will have a long dangling piece of jewelry that hangs down the back. Many lariats can actually be adjusted which will be a better fit for any bride wearing a backless dress. Another great way to show off your back with jewelry is by wearing a choker or a collar with a hanging jewel embellishment on the back. If you’re going to wear a strapless backless wedding dress, chokers go perfect with this style because they bring a symmetrical and parallel line which goes perfectly with a dress that draws much attention to the neck and shoulder region.   Chokers have become very popular for brides who want more of an edgier look and still have that elegant, classical look.


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