First comes love. Then comes engagement. Then comes the frenzy of shopping for a wedding dress.
The wedding dress, after all, has everything to do with the rest of the wedding. Whether formal, casual, trendy or traditional, the bride (and her dress) sets the tone of the big day.
And these days, there's no shortage of dresses to choose from, says Suzanne DeMore, owner of The French Door. "They're not boring. They're not the same old, same old," she says. "Most manufacturers are trying to come up with something different, something no one else has. They want something new and fresh."
Whether you get married in a church or outside beneath the stars, you can exchange your vows in a style that's as unique as your love.
Here's a look at some of today's top trends in wedding gowns.
Sleek silhouettes
Slim is the silhouette of choice for the modern wedding dress. Mermaid dresses, sheaths and column wedding dresses are pretty and popular, says JoAnn Bender, owner of Lasting Impressions.
Billowy ball gowns
If you've always dreamed of donning a billowy ball gown, don't fret - this traditional look is never out of style, Bender says. Designers are playing with layers of fabric to create soft, yet dramatic gowns - the perfect look for brides who are romantic at heart.
Floaty fabrics
Dresses weighted down by heavy crepes, matte satins and silks are lightening up.
"It used to be that gowns were terribly heavy. But these days, we're seeing a lot of airy, chiffon looks," Bender says.
Tulle, taffeta and organza are popular light fabrics.
"Girls want something that's soft and sophisticated, but they still want to be really feminine. That's why the soft, flowy fabric is popular," DeMore says.
Shoulder straps
Strapless dresses will always be an option, but these days more brides are looking for something with a shoulder treatment.
"It's not that it has anything to do with feeling secure or anything," DeMore says. "It's all about the styling."
Whether a halter-style top or an asymmetrical one-shoulder look, it's a hot fashion trend that has crossed over into the bridal world, DeMore says.
Embellishments
For a fashionable flourish, think embellishments. Elaborate beading and embroidery can add richness and texture to plain fabric, while sequins and gems give sparkle and light. But it's flowers and feathers that are really adding fun and flair, DeMore says. "There are a lot of three-dimensional flowers being used on dresses now, at the shoulders, at the hip or on the pickups on the skirt," DeMore says. "And feathers are popular, especially for the hair."
Lace
Lace is always lovely. It's a romantic, traditional look that's making a comeback, Bender says.
"It's a new look that's pulling from the old. It's been fun," Bender says. "The mixture of lace with satin or chiffon is really pretty. There are so many brides that love it."
Reach Janna Farley at 575-3628.
The wedding dress, after all, has everything to do with the rest of the wedding. Whether formal, casual, trendy or traditional, the bride (and her dress) sets the tone of the big day.
And these days, there's no shortage of dresses to choose from, says Suzanne DeMore, owner of The French Door. "They're not boring. They're not the same old, same old," she says. "Most manufacturers are trying to come up with something different, something no one else has. They want something new and fresh."
Whether you get married in a church or outside beneath the stars, you can exchange your vows in a style that's as unique as your love.
Here's a look at some of today's top trends in wedding gowns.
Sleek silhouettes
Slim is the silhouette of choice for the modern wedding dress. Mermaid dresses, sheaths and column wedding dresses are pretty and popular, says JoAnn Bender, owner of Lasting Impressions.
Billowy ball gowns
If you've always dreamed of donning a billowy ball gown, don't fret - this traditional look is never out of style, Bender says. Designers are playing with layers of fabric to create soft, yet dramatic gowns - the perfect look for brides who are romantic at heart.
Floaty fabrics
Dresses weighted down by heavy crepes, matte satins and silks are lightening up.
"It used to be that gowns were terribly heavy. But these days, we're seeing a lot of airy, chiffon looks," Bender says.
Tulle, taffeta and organza are popular light fabrics.
"Girls want something that's soft and sophisticated, but they still want to be really feminine. That's why the soft, flowy fabric is popular," DeMore says.
Shoulder straps
Strapless dresses will always be an option, but these days more brides are looking for something with a shoulder treatment.
"It's not that it has anything to do with feeling secure or anything," DeMore says. "It's all about the styling."
Whether a halter-style top or an asymmetrical one-shoulder look, it's a hot fashion trend that has crossed over into the bridal world, DeMore says.
Embellishments
For a fashionable flourish, think embellishments. Elaborate beading and embroidery can add richness and texture to plain fabric, while sequins and gems give sparkle and light. But it's flowers and feathers that are really adding fun and flair, DeMore says. "There are a lot of three-dimensional flowers being used on dresses now, at the shoulders, at the hip or on the pickups on the skirt," DeMore says. "And feathers are popular, especially for the hair."
Lace
Lace is always lovely. It's a romantic, traditional look that's making a comeback, Bender says.
"It's a new look that's pulling from the old. It's been fun," Bender says. "The mixture of lace with satin or chiffon is really pretty. There are so many brides that love it."
Reach Janna Farley at 575-3628.
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