Fantastic Fresh Details on 2012 Wedding Dresses
Published January 5, 2012 | 
There are some exciting new trends in the 2012 wedding gown collections. From interesting necklines to daring skirts (slits!) to elegant cover ups, brides will have many gorgeous styles from which to choose. Learn more about these fantastic fresh details we will be seeing on 2012 wedding dresses.
Bridal fashion has become much more tied to runway and ready-to-wear design than it used to be. Trends evolve and change more quickly in bridal these days, keeping them in sync with style developments in the rest of the fashion world. One great example of this is the 2012 wedding dresses with front slits in the skirts. Slits were a hot trend in ready-to-wear, and bridal designers have embraced this daring style in their 2012 collections. A front slit wedding gown is ideal for the bride who wants to feel sexy and fashion-forward on her wedding day. A variety of designers featured dresses with front slits, including Ines di Santo, Angel Sanchez, and Hayley Paige. Shop for dramatic wedding jewelry to suit the striking design of the front slit gowns.
Another great option for the daring 2012 bride is a wedding gown with a low cut back. Designers such as Marchesa featured styles with modest front necklines paired with very daring backs. One of Marchesa’s standout designs was a fluid crepe column dress that dipped low into a draped cowl just above the tailbone. A special feature of that gown is that it takes advantage of another 2012 wedding dress trend: embellished illusion. The open back is covered by a sheer material which is decorated with a lovely floral accent “growing” up the back. It adds an unexpected detail, and the illusion also helps to ensure that the dress does not slip around, despite the wide open back. If you want an even sexier low cut back, turn to Pnina Tornai, who is a master of designing bridal gowns which conceal only the essentials. Elizabeth Fillmore created a slinky gown with a barely-there crisscross strap across the open back, for yet another beautiful option.
Sweetheart necklines have been quite popular in the last few seasons, and for 2012 weddings there will be an elegant new take on this flattering line. The freshest trend in bridal necklines is a sweetheart bodice covered at the top with sheer illusion. What really makes it special is that the sheer fabric is adorned with crystals, beads, or appliques. The details look so lovely against the skin, and the illusion neckline is a refreshing change from the usual strapless gown. Since there is so much detail at the top of these dresses, look for wedding jewelry sets with fabulous earrings and bracelets, instead of wearing a necklace. The embellished illusion neckline was shown by numerous designers, including Reem Acra, Jenny Packham, and Randi Rahm.
Wondering what the hottest new wedding gown accessory will be for 2012 weddings? The answer is the capelet. A short little cape that is worn indoors (versus a full length cape, which is outerwear), a capelet is a great way to add coverage to a strapless bridal gown for the ceremony. They usually stop just above the waist, and some capelets dip lower in the back. Look for capelets made from sheer illusion material or beautiful lace. You will be the height of style when you embrace this new 2012 wedding dress trend.
Spring 2012 Wedding Gown Trend: Embellished Skirts
Published December 12, 2011 |
Bridal market has concluded in New York and everyone is excited to find out what the big trends will be for bridal fashion in 2012! A key trend from the Spring 2012 collections which were just debuted is wedding gowns with ornately embellished skirts. Learn more about this gorgeous trend, and get inspired for your 2012 wedding!
Big skirts are definitely in for 2012! Many of the most striking wedding gowns which were shown at New York bridal market featured skirts which were not only voluminous, but which also had very heavy embellishments. Oversized three-dimensional flowers are one of the most impressive accents in the new 2012 wedding dress collections. While the concept has been shown in previous years in a few haute couture lines, for 2012 the detail will be much more widely available in wedding gowns across all price points. A gown with huge flowers on the skirt would be stunning for a spring or summer bride.
Another take on the oversized embellishment trend for 2012 wedding gowns is large concentric circles of pleated organza. Brides who know their wedding history will be reminded of the famous bridal gown worn by legendary bride Jacqueline Bouvier when she wed John F. Kennedy. The design is updated with light organza which helps keep the gown from being too heavy. The three-dimensional design on the skirt of these bridal gowns is usually balanced with a more simple strapless bodice with shirring. The shirring is just enough interest to hold up to the eye-catching design of the skirt without competing. A strapless neckline looks best when it is enhanced with dramatic handmade wedding jewelry.
Tiered skirts with plenty of volume will also be a key trend for 2012 brides. The tiers are often done over very full skirts, and can be used with either a natural waistline or a mermaid cut gown. Further accents in the form of appliques and beading on the tiers are also part of the look. Truly, there is no such thing as too busy for the upcoming season of wedding dresses. Crystal beading is particularly favored with the tiered skirt gowns, and will lend itself to being paired with handmade crystal bridal jewelry for the wedding day.
For brides who want an embellished skirt which is a bit less exuberant, there will also be gowns for 2012 which are accented with delicate flower petals. The petals are usually created from lightweight organza, and flutter gracefully all over the skirt of the wedding gown. This is a delightful effect for a garden wedding. The slightly more subdued effect of the three-dimensional petals will be sweet for a petite bride who might find herself overwhelmed by one of the oversized flower appliqued skirts. After all, it is always more important to find a wedding gown which suits the individual bride than it is to adhere slavishly to trends.
There will be plenty of other fabulous new wedding gown trends on the horizon for spring 2012. Hint: the royal wedding is sure to be an inspiration. Every year there are some wonderful choices for bridal gowns, and 2012 will be no exception!
Vintage Clothing Trend Report – Autumn-Winter 2011-2012
Published December 4, 2011 |
We’ve had lots of fun scouring the AW catwalks and trend projections this month, and this next season is bursting with gorgeous ideas that are really fun to create. As always, we take a look at our favourite trends and give you some hints on how to create these looks the vintage clothing way…
Clash Prints
One of our favourites, this trend is set to run and run, opening a whole new chapter for the way we dress. Love that polka dot vintage top but want to wear your leopard print leggings? Got a gorgeous snakeskin vintage dress but fancy slipping on your new rose print heels? Well with Print Clash, there are no rules! The brighter and bolder the better, mixing florals, spots, animal prints, stripes and more! What combination will you come up with?
Forties Glam
One trend we’re relishing this winter is the glorious forties. This super luxe look is all about drape, cut and showing off those curves. Classic 1940s vintage dresses are fitted at the top, often with buttons, and with gorgeous flattering mid length skirts, and bias cut evening gowns are even more glamorous. Also think accessories, feathers or flowers in the hair, fur capes and stoles, headscarves and gorgeous vintage shoes. Make every day a tea dance day this season!
Jewel Tones
This adds a gorgeous twist to the usual Christmas party frock, as well as adding some welcomed glamout to daytime dressing. Think jewel-toned colours like amber, emerald, ruby red, amethyst, sapphire and teal. For the office, team jewel tone vintage silk blouses with neat black pencil skirts. For date night go for jeans and a cute vintage jacket with some gorgeous jewel bright shoes. And of course you simply have to seek out a sexy jewel tone vintage dress for the Christmas party – whether it’s a 70s chiffon maxi, a 60s micro mini, 80s clingy cocktail or a 50s wiggle dress.
Guilded Goth
It’s dramatic. It’s black. It means business. This new sexy gothic look is bound to hang around for some time. Think heavy lace and brocade in black, with gold or shimmer edging and detail. Large shoulders, corset tops, skinny trousers and ghostly silhouettes. This look is more temptress vampire than bride of Dracula so be careful not to overdo it! Dig out some of your old black pieces and mix up with some vintage lace and frills – experimentation is key!
Sixties Mod
Grab your scooter, this stunning Twiggy-esque look is all about the simple lines of the mod styles. Forget flower power, delve into 60s vintage on trend by picking plain or block colours, with the iconic a-line shape and features like dagger collars and chunky buttons. Keep dresses super short or knee length and wear with boots or tights. Invest in a 60s vintage coat or vintage cape for full on chic. A pixie crop or beehive finishes the look perfectly!
Polka Dots
The cutesy spots have returned with a bang and whether you’re rockabilly or glam rock, there’s always room for some polka dots in your wardrobe! A vintage tea dress is the perfect basis for an outfit but keep your eyes peeled for vintage spotty separates like silk scarves, clutch bags, stretch belts, polka dot stockings and of course spotted lace panels on gorgeous vintage frocks.
So there we have our lowdown on the fashion months ahead with a vintage clothing twist! And don’t forget you can shop by trend at My Vintage all year round!