New York City designer Michelle Roth created an exclusive collection for Kleinfeld Bridal. The gowns are available in limited number and you can take a look at a few of the dresses online on the Kleinfeld website.
A very feminine collection, these bridal gowns feature lots of crystals, beading and ruffles. One of my favorite Michelle Roth gowns was featured in Episode 1 of Season 2 of Say Yes to the Dress.

Dubbed “Marina,” this A-line gown features an strapless top and asymmetrical drop waist. The highlight of this wedding gown to me is definitely the skirt, which features tiers of …read more

In case you missed it, here’s a video of the Vineyard Collection Fall 2009 Bridal Runway Show in New York last month. The collection is relative simple, featuring lots of smooth, shiny satin.
If you like a lot beading and other intricate details, this is probably not a good choice for you. However, Vineyard is very elegant and classy. I like the dress around the 9:00 minute mark with the tie in the back.

You can shop the Vineyard Collection at Kleinfeld Bridal and other fine bridal shops.

If you are looking for beautiful wedding gowns with smooth lines and not a lot of lace or embellishments, check out the Fall 2009 Reverie Collection by Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston.
You will see lots of smooth satin and simple silhouettes that are effortlessly beautiful. Perhaps surprisingly, there a few shorter gowns in the collection.
Are you considering a short wedding dress? Let me know what you think of the collection. I like the short dress at the 1:05 mark, as well as the long gown that comes right after it.

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One of my favorite bridal lines is Maggie Sottero. The details are exquisite and the dresses are so feminine. This particular bridal gown dubbed “Oakley” is one of my favorites.

The off-the-shoulder design and sweetheart neckline are beautiful, but what really makes this wedding gown is the beautiful lace. The wedding dress is slim fit though the hips. Then after the satin band, there are tiers or plated tulle and lace that make up the A-line skirt. It’s available in all white as well as a few other nice color combinations.
Check out this and the many other beautiful bridal gowns from …read more

Junko Yoshioka’s Fall/Winter 2009 Wedding Collection was on display at Essex House in New York in October. This line features gorgeous gowns with long flowing tiers, silky fabrics, organza overlays and long trains.
One thing that I love about this official video is that they give the name of each bridal gown as the model comes down the runway. Oftentimes when checking out runway videos, you don’t know the name of the gowns to look them up later.
Here’s the complete show in two parts:

Personally, I like the tea-length Mimi wedding dress that is about half way through the first part. …read more

The Vera Wang Fall 2009 Bridal collection features a variety of beautiful gowns with poufy skirts, interesting colors and lots of gorgeous details. Colored gowns are increasing in popularity and this fall you will see a lot of browns and yellows, as opposed to the pinks and blues of spring.
From the Vera Wang Fall 2009 bridal show in New York on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, here are some of the dresses that I really loved.

From more beautiful Vera Wang wedding gowns, visit Vera Wang on Weddings.
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If you are looking for a wedding gown that is refined and simple, Henry Roth offers a variety of beautiful options that may just be what you are looking for.

This sweet lace bridal gown is very feminine and elegant. From the Henry Roth collection, this light gown features beading at the empire waist that adds a touch of sparkle.
Available in Ivory or White and in sizes 2-36, this wedding gown, dubbed “Cameron” is available at select bridal shops across the county. To learn more about this gown or others from Henry Roth, visit their website at HenryRoth.com.

Photo credit: Henry Roth

The Amsale Blue Label Collection offers gorgeous wedding gowns with a lot of special details. This wedding dress is one of my favorites.

Dubbed the Aurora, this bridal gown features a high-low bubble skirt that shows off your shoes! Since, I’m a big fan of shoes, I think this dress is fantastic.
This silk taffeta gown has a shirred bodice that is accented with an antique crystal broach at the waist. Check out this wedding dress and plenty of other beautiful gowns from Amsale’s Blue Label Collection at Amsale.com.
Photo credit: Amsale Blue Label

Some brides are looking for a long-sleeved bridal gown and have a hard time finding a good one. This dress from the Justin Alexander Couture collection looks like the perfect answer.

This strapless wedding gown (style 9552) comes with a removable lace blouse that covers the shoulders and arms completely. The high neckline gives it a vintage appeal.
The skirt features silk floral details and it has a cathedral train. This ivory bridal gown is available in sizes 4-20. Check out this gown and other beautiful options at JustinAlexanderCouture.com.

Photo credit: Justin Alexander Couture

A friend of mine is considering wearing a short dress for her wedding. The one that she has selected is from the Priscilla of Boston Platinum Collection.
This short wedding dress (style PL217) features a fantastic feathered skirt that makes it really special. It’s very unique, though not a traditional wedding gown at all.

What do you think about short wedding dresses in general and this dress in particular? Would you wear a short dress for your wedding? Is it more practical? Leave your comments here and let us know.
You can check out this dress and the rest of the wedding …read more