For those of you who live in the UK, you've probably already heard about the royal engagement which was announced this morning. It's very exciting that Prince William and Kate Middleton are finally marrying after a decade together! This news gave me an idea: doing a wedding post on the blog!
On the catwalk this season there have been ten top styles which have got me falling in love...
Top Ten 2010/2011 Wedding Trends:
1. Ruffles
Ruffles are something brides tend to love or hate – they’re slightly over-the-top, definitely unminimilistic and tend to swing between either being a hot trend or likened to a toilet-roll doll! There are some stunning ruffled gowns out there, and for the bride who wants to create impact, ruffles may be well worth a look.
2. 1950's Style
Yep, the 1950s style influences are still in vogue! 1950s chic is appearing in many designers’ collections, so brides are spoilt for choice. Hooray! :P
3. Asymmetrical Seams
Asymmetrical seams have been around and hugely popular for a couple of years, and there’s still plenty more of that style to come – mostly because it’s highly flattering to many brides.
4. Flower Power
Flower detailing is everywhere at the moment, and there really is nothing more pretty or more feminine, whether you go for a skirt smothered in foliage, or just for some small detailing.
5. Bows to wow
The bow. Isn't it gorgeous? Definitely stylish, definitely adds a wow factor.
6. Beading Highlights
Eye-catching sparkly beading on strategic areas of your wedding gown adds je ne sais quoi to what otherwise might be a fairly plain gown, and it’s very popular right now with designers.
7. Sleeves & Straps
Non-sleeveless gowns are currently having their moment in the sun – around ten years ago, any non-sleeveless designs looked distinctly lonely amongst the crowd of sleeveless wedding gowns. But sleeves and straps are back with a vengence, so if you want the variety that different styles of sleeves & straps provide, rejoice!
8. Flowing Greek Goddess Gowns
These gowns will probably look fit a more super-skinny, straight up and down body, so if that's you then this is you dress! – made from soft, slinky, flowing fabrics, they are super-sexy.
9. Ballgowns
Super fashionable for the last couple of years, ballgowns are still hot stuff, and if you always fantasised about being a Disney princess style bride as a little girl, you can safely do so without being accused of not being up to date.
10. Lace
Whether you go for lace inserts or a complete covering in lace, lace embellished wedding dresses are hot right now. This is a favourite look of mine, because I think it is unbelievably elegant, and magical - and I have no idea why!
So which was your favourite look? Tell us below in the comments; was it ruffles, 1950's style, asymmetrical seams, flower power, bows to wow, beading highlights, sleeves & straps, flowing Greek goddess gowns, ballgowns or lace?
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P.S. Names to watch out for: Vera Wang (very popular, especially amongst celebs), Amanda Wakeley, Alberta Ferreti, Carolina Ferrera (also does amazing fragrances) and Marchesa ;).
Check out this week's model, Nat. (remember her? :) Here she models a vintage/60s style dress, and to the left, a bright t-shirt with shorts- the perfect, fashionable beach wear! If you saw my earlier post about Lauren, you'll see that this is the same style as her.
Nat always dresses fashionably, cute shoes, hats, anything- as long as it's cute- she'll be wearing it.
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First Picture shows me wearing my black H&M dress with H&M leggings and...oh an H&M cardigan. That whole 'same-store' thing was totally unintentional. But I guess a shop is going to have some consistent style. For example you can't wear a topshop cardigan with...an a certain all saint's shirt can you? You see? totally mis-matching styles. Sometimes someone can totally pull the whole thing off, wearing an original, cool and funky outfit, but most of the time it fails :)..
