Bridal Fashions

Think feathers are for the birds? Think again. Brides-to-be are cottoning to the fact that a little plumage is a nice alternative to veils. Chic feathered headpieces were on view at Romona Keveza’s Fall 2010 collection. Other non-veil options – such as dimensional flowers, pearly brooches... 

“In my opinion, a veil is the one truly ‘bridal’ piece a woman can wear,” says Gina Ludwig, owner of wedding accessories and styling shops Aisle Style Beauty and Hair Comes the Bride. “There are other times when she might wear a formal gown or hair accessories, but there... 

Necklines abound in wedding dresses, from strapless to off-the-shoulder to sweetheart. Now another neckline may entice brides – the collared look. Whether seen on the cover of the August issue of Brides magazine with a Jim Hjelm ruffled halter style, the runways or on the red carpet, the style... 

Rhinestones, cupcakes, Hello Kitty, Elmo, oh my. For those who thought wearing black nail polish was adventurous, their nails have yet to scratch the surface of design options. Manicures are in the midst of a renaissance with a wave of nail bed creations elevating hands into works of art and giving... 

Would Billy Idol’s 1982 classic “White Wedding” have the same edge if the song were renamed “Cream Wedding” or “Eggshell Wedding?” Well, nearly 30 years ago, most brides wore white and designers provided a tokenized ivory alternative – end of discussion.... 

(ARA) – Every bride-to-be dreams of putting her unique stamp on her wedding day. Blending her chosen wedding colors into many of the occasion’s elements is just the first step toward a creative and beautiful event. Brides in gorgeous gowns, bridesmaids and groomsmen decked out in the wedding... 

Looks like what’s old is new again in the bridal world as brides seek out gowns that aren’t white. White wedding dresses became the norm after Queen Victoria wore hers in 1840. Prior to the shift, brides stuck to opulent colorful gowns in rich, sumptuous fabrics to symbolize their wealth. Brides... 

Trench coats, swing cardigans and capelets are heating up the women’s contemporary outerwear market. Coats have become the must-have daily accessory in wardrobes and the look has found interpretation in the bridal market. Designers are going beyond the simple shrug to give brides a cover-up. Incorporating... 

Bridesmaids are no shrinking violets when it comes to the wedding stage. Their star is on the rise with the more directional looks bridesmaid designers are creating. That trend continues into spring with the addition of print dresses peppering collections and changing up the typical staid solid looks... 

As brides-to-be anticipate a new future, they are also looking back to the past for wedding inspiration, especially when it comes to their sartorial decisions. They’re weaving those timeless touches into their dress selections and accessories, whether it’s a broach from their grandmother,...