The look for 2009 is in, and trend-watching brides can find inspiration in these five hot bridal attire design styles.
Cascading ColumnsArguably the biggest trend for 2009 in bridal gowns is a style that features cascading, narrow lines with ruffled tiers or pleats. It's a body-skimming look that can be described as 1920s flapper meets Grecian goddess. This style of wedding dress is perfect for a bride who enjoys confident, girly fun but isn't interested in the typical princess shape. Designer wedding gowns of this nature have taken the runway by storm and are set to appear on brides who have an eye for couture fashion. All the big designers are featuring this column style, but British designer Jenny Packham has brides falling over themselves for her interpretation of this trend.
Crumb-Catchers
If this style of wedding dress is going to catch anything, it's attention! Crumb-catchers are named for a design element that involves an outward fanning or pleating at the bust of the gown. It's a style that will add drama, detail and high-fashion elegance to your look. It's also perfect for brides who hope to boost the appearance of their chests without having to show a lot of skin. Kenneth Pool's latest catwalk showcased some truly gorgeous examples of what fashionable brides can look forward to next year.
Shorter HemlinesAccording to the Chinese calendar, 2009 is the Year of the Ox, but according to many wedding gown designers, it's set to be the Year of the Leg! Hemlines are coming up for brides who wish to buck tradition, and wedding gown stores will have more to offer them this coming year. While still unmistakably feminine and sweet, these designer gowns are also flirty and youthful. Brides with bigger budgets may even want to have a traditional dress for the ceremony but perform a quick wardrobe change into one of these shorter styles for the reception (please your grandma AND show off your gams to your news husband - it's the best of both worlds!). While several designers have picked up on this trend, Oscar De La Renta is owning this look this year.
Fabric ApplicationsEmbellishments - and not the typical bead or sequin variety - are making a big splash on wedding dresses this coming year. Brides will see more and more gowns that feature added details in the form of fabric flowers (often in the same material and colour of their dress) or colourful bands of ribbon. These applications give bridal dresses an exceptionally feminine touch - and one that frugal brides can add themselves if need be! Floral details are particularly hot for 2009 wedding styles, and a bride who loves this look could do no wrong by finding a Priscilla of Boston gown.
PocketsPerhaps it's because today's brides are finding it hard to detach themselves from their mobiles, but 2009 dress trends indicate that many wedding gowns will be featuring subtle but handy pockets. Sounds perfect for tucking your BlackBerry away before walking down the aisle! Because the pockets are built along the dress's side seams, you'll be hard-pressed to find a guest that notices this modern touch of functionality. Leading this trend is American retailer, J.Crew, who have been making fast inroads in the bridal wear industry in the last three years.
This coming year is proving to boast both stylish and playful wedding gown designs for brides. Be sure to first understand the style and shape that best suits your figure and then add that trendy touch - this way, you can be both a classic and being a fashionista on your wedding day!
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