I’m seeing some different necklines lately, the strapless gown has been the thing for several years now. I think this year we’re seeing some different necklines, including one shoulder gowns, and v-necks (my favorite).

I think we’ll also see more short wedding gowns. With more and more brides opting for a destination wedding. They’re also looking for gowns that are not fussy and can travel easily.

The last couple years I’ve been seeing more ruffled and tiered tulle skirts on wedding gowns.  From the gowns I’ve seen lately, I think that will continue into 2010, for those bride princesses out there.

What do you think? What types of wedding fashion trends are you seeing heading into 2010?

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What Wedding Fashion Trends Will 2010 Bring

The first is using parasols or umbrellas as decorations and favors. No, I am not just putting this here because I used parasols in my wedding. I have been seeing these things everywhere! I have seen ornate decorated umbrellas with 8 foot handles used to line aisles, mini-parasols planted in trees with lights behind them, and, of course, they can also be used as favors. Or you know, you could use them for the things that umbrellas and parasols are usually used for, keeping the rain and sun off. I like them, because unlike so many favors and decorations, they are actually useful, and can be used again. Viva la green chic!

Okay, so sushi can scarcely be called a “new” trend, but in the world of weddings, it actually is quite new. It is only recently that raw fish has become accepted amongst non-urbanites in America, so a lot of couples have opted away from sushi in the past. Plus, raw fish needs to be handled and stored in controlled conditions, and a lot of caterers didn’t want to deal with those conditions until lately. At my wedding, we served Ahi sashimi on garlic croutons, and everyone loved it!

Cupcakes! Who doesn’t love them? No one! So, why shouldn’t you use them for your wedding. A lot of people thing they aren’t “formal” enough for a wedding, but personally, formal isn’t what I look for in food. There are all kinds of ways that cupcakes can be arranged and decorated to suit your needs, and as a bonus, they come in their own delightful, self-contained, single-serving package. What else could you ask for?

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Three More Summer Wedding Trends!

This fall and winter, no matter what your length of dress, eye-catching styles and colors will be popular in bridal shoes.

Chunky Heels
Simple covered high heels and kitten heels, step aside for chunkier heel styles. Brides are wearing everything from thick stacked heels to platform wedges.

Embellishments
Decorative accents on your wedding shoes, including rhinestones and other jewels finish off the couture look this season.

Burst of Color
Shoes in reds, plums and greens are becoming increasingly popular as brides match their wedding shoes with their bridesmaids’ dresses. Black bridal shoes are also trendy.

Contrasting Heels
Like Christian Louboutin’s signature red heels, many brides are choosing shoes which feature a contrasting heel color. Off-white shoes with jewel-toned heels, white heel pumps with black heels, and pastel shoes with coordinating bright heels are nice choices.

Patent Leather
Bridal shoes, particular peep-toe pumps, in patent leather are extremely popular this season. From black patent peep-toes to purple patent Mary Janes, the sleek shine of patent adds glamour to your wedding attire.

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Trends in Bridal Shoes