Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses

When a women’s big day finally comes it really all boils down to the wedding dress. Let’s face it……… on your wedding day no one will remember what they ate or even what magnificent centerpiece was on their table. It is all about the dress and Monique Lhuillier’s gowns are classic, sexy, and luxurious.  There are a lot of nice wedding dresses but Lhuillier’s designs definitely go above and beyond most wedding style designs. She’s got it all.  Long, short, mermaid style, trumpet styles, ball gowns, and the list goes on and on!

Celebrities love Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses

When A-listers decide to tie the knot they turn to Lhuillier’s gowns because they know they will receive a beautifully crafted design. Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses have been worn by A-listers including Pink, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood, and Heidi Montag just to name a few.  Now I know what you are all thinking.  How in the world can someone who is not a celebrity afford one of Monique Lhuillier’s beautiful wedding dresses since these gowns can retail from $6000 to $25,000? Lucky for you Lhuillier has launched a more affordable bridal bridge collection called “Bliss” which still uses the best lace, organza, and silk. Although they are not part of her couture line these gowns still feature Lhuillier’s signature embellishments and retail around $2,500 to $3,500.  She has made it possible for brides on all budgets to afford a Monique Lhuillier gown.

2012 Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses

So what does Lhuillier have in store for us this year? It might not be like Vera Wang’s “Black” but I can say it is just as jaw dropping to say the least.  Her new line features different kinds of lace, tulle and oodles of draping chiffons. These dresses will definably be a crowd pleaser so for all you prospective brides, get ready because these gowns will knock your socks off! These dresses are extremely figure flattering and accentuate your femininity. Lhuillier loves experimenting with different detailing in which you will find asymmetric, bateau, halter, scoop, sweetheart and high necklines in her new wedding collection. Monique Lhuillier wedding dresses are a wonderful balance between bridal and sexy and you can get one of these beautiful gowns at one of the many Monique Lhuillier retail stores. If you are a bride on a budget and do not feel like spending thousands on your wedding dress then consider choosing Monique Lhuillier’s line “ Bliss.”  Even better, many Monique gowns can also be found discounted online at bridecouture.com.  At Bride Couture you can purchase an authentic Monique Lhuillier sample gown for up to 80% off.  It is possible for brides of all budgets to wear a Monique Lhuillier gown. 

 Why Vera has stepped out-of-the-box for all you Vera Wang brides

All Vera Wang Brides can Choose Black!

Vera Wang brides now have an opportunity to be more unique and original on their big day. Wearing black on your wedding day is definitely making a bold statement and is also breaking all the traditional wedding rules. However, Jung Lee, founder of Fete makes a very good point and states, “The bride who chooses the black dress does not care about etiquette.” So, if you want to make a bold fashion statement and walk down that aisle in an artfully crafted black wedding dress, this is for you! The good thing about these gowns is that they still come in traditional styles just not a traditional color so you will still feel like a bride just making an even bolder fashion statement! These dresses have managed to break conventional wedding trends and Vera has designed these sensual, elegant gowns that are perfect for the modern bride. Vera has branched out and created an amazing out-of-the –box collection for you Vera Wang brides! So, if you feel like stepping out of the box then be one of the first to choose one of Vera’s new black wedding gowns!

The trumpet style wedding dress!

Fortunately there are more and more wedding dress styles coming to the market every year. This is great because as consumers we have even more styles and options to choose from. However, the downside to this Is that it confuses first-time brides who know nothing about wedding styles, especially the difference between a trumpet wedding dress and a mermaid style dress. These different styles and strange terminology used to describe dresses can get very complicated and make the task of choosing a wedding dress even harder.  It is hard to tell a bridal consultant what you want if you don’t know the lingo.  When we think mermaid style we automatically picture the little mermaid in our head and we get the idea that the dress is fitted almost like a mermaid’s tail.  In some ways this is correct as a true mermaid gown is going to fit all the way through the thighs to the back of your knees. How can we picture a trumpet style though?

What is a trumpet wedding dress? 

There are a few characteristics that can be used to differentiate between a trumpet and a mermaid dress. First, a trumpet wedding dress features a gradually flared skirt that has a close-fitting bodice that skims the line of the body through the hips. The majority of trumpet styles begin to flare out at about mid-thigh (close-fitted until thighs). It is called a “trumpet” because the gradual flare of the skirt resembles the shape of the musical instrument!   On the other hand a mermaid style dress is close-fitted until the knees where the skirt starts to flair out which creates that shape of a mermaid. The trumpet silhouette is very similar to mermaid silhouette however it is a more understated silhouette. The flare of a trumpet wedding dress is much more gradual than the flare of a mermaid wedding dress which is more dramatic.  A big thing to consider is comfort and since these two styles are so similar that may help you decide.  Trumpet gowns are going to be much easier to walk and sit down in then mermaid gowns

What type of figure looks good in a trumpet wedding dress?

Finding the right wedding dress can be the most crucial thing for any bride-to-be. To find a dress with the perfect fit it’s important to choose one that suits your body shape and flatters your figure. So the first thing you want to consider is your body shape. Do you have an hourglass, cone shape, pear shape, etc.? Both a trumpet and mermaid style dress show off your curves through the body so if you want to show off your body this is the dress for you! An hourglass figured women would look very nice in a trumpet style gown because the trumpet wedding dress draws attention to the waist. You must definitely give the trumpet style a chance regardless because you may find many fabulous styles among them. Because the trumpet style accents the waist very well there are many ways to accent it even more! With this type of silhouette adding a sash or a bridal belt around your waist can really help highlight your natural waist and make it look smaller.  If you don’t have an hourglass figure this will actually help you create one.  It is a common misconception that you have to be tall and thin to wear a trumpet gown but this is totally not the case.  Fuller shaped girls will sometimes tend towards a dress that doesn’t hug their curves which can sometimes make them look larger.  A trumpet gown can be very slimming and make you look taller!  A trumpet wedding dress is not for everyone however don’t limit yourself and give it a chance! You never know until you try!