Monday, March 12, 2012

Merry Monday: Spring 2012 Dress Trends

 You’ve chosen the big day, now its time to find the most perfect dress for that very important occasion. Finding that perfect dress takes time, and involves searching for the latest trends, and the best place to find them. This year ball gowns are in, and sophisticated ruffles. It’s all about being chic and here is what’s hot for Spring 2012.

Trend #1: Daring slits

Form-fitting gowns have traditionally been an aisle favorite, and now with bolder appealing slits.
Wedding dress by Monique Lhuillier
Photo: Clark+Walker Studio / The Knot

Trend #2: Off-the- Shoulder necklines


Combining this off the shoulder style with a tulle skirt gives a traditional neckline new life.
Wedding dress by Marchesa
Photo: Courtesy of the Manufacturer / The Knot



Trend #3:  The Embellished Bodice


This is what’s hot now! A bejeweled bodice mixed with a modest skirt with hidden pockets to top it off.
Wedding dress by Anne Bowen
Photo: Clark+Walker Studio / The Knot






Trend #4: Beaded illusion necklines

 Sheer neckline are a big hit on the runway this season, along with crystal and pearl appliqués, which give this see-through neckline more glamour and glitz.

Wedding dress by Ines Di Santo
Photo: Clark+Walker Studio / The Knot





Trend # 5: The ruffles



Gratifying & fun, layers of swirling ruffles are definitely having a moment.
Wedding dress by Pronovias
Photo: Courtesy Pronovias / The Knot






Trend # 6: Sleeve caps





Loving the refined cap sleeves that make the most embellished, form fitting gowns attractive. 
 Wedding dress by Reem Acra
Photo: Clark+Walker Studio / The Knot





Trend 7: Huge Ball Gowns


It seems this season; there is no lack of huge, theatrical skirts.
Wedding dress by Maggie Sottero
Photo: Courtesy Maggie Sottero / The Knot


Trend # 8: hi-low hemlines

These irregular hemlines are very fashionable. Plus, it’s the most stylish way to show off the incredible wedding shoe.
Wedding dress by Oscar de la Renta
Photo: Courtesy Oscar de la Renta / The Knot




Trend # 9:  Sheer lace capes

 Designes keep on coming up with different ways to cover up.  Last season, it was all long sleeves, but the newest trend is the draped capes.
Wedding dress by Alfred Angelo

Trend # 10: The color purple

As a new surprise for 2012, purple is the reigning color. From bridesmaids dresses to accents, purple is the hottest thing hitting the runway.
Wedding dress by Rivini
Photo: Courtesy Rivini / The Knot





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