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Destination Brides
Marry in Style
(BNN) Destination
weddings continue to be one of the
hottest trends as more and more couples are opting to exchange
marriage vows away from home. Eager to stay ahead of this new
direction, wedding gown designers are responding to the
increasing demand for more sophisticated styles from brides
being married away.
The recent New York Spring ‘07 bridal fashion collections presented
an abundance of breathtaking options. As the foremost fashion
authority, Women’s Wear Daily, pointed out, “destination
weddings continue to be a driving force in the bridal industry”
and therefore brides – even those traveling great distances –
want their wedding day looks to make a fashion statement.
This season’s wedding
gowns tend to mirror the international fashion runways giving
brides a wide range of silhouettes, proportions and extravagant
and unusual fabrics. For instance, the strapless gown, while
still important, is now being eclipsed by a variety of appealing
necklines, sleeves and back details. Halter and off-the-shoulder
necklines, slip and lace-up bustier bodices, beaded straps and
even little jackets over dresses are bringing glamour and
excitement to once traditional bridal fashion.
Designer Vatana
Watters Spring ‘07 collection for Watters Brides (watters.com)
reflects the fashion preferences of the destination bride. “The
use of fine French laces and fabrics such as organza, shantung,
silk charmeuse and satin are all important elements of this
season’s designs. These lovely, featherweight fabrics make them
perfect for distant celebrations.”
Other fashion trends
lend themselves to destination dresses. For instance, the drama
and opulence inspired by the movie “Marie Antoinette” produced
gowns with metallic accents and touches of crystal beading while
the high-waisted flowing empire style worn by Napolean’s wife,
Empress Josephine, offered romantic an elegant look to take
away.
Just as brides want
their wedding locations and decor to reflect their individuality
they also strive for a special never-been-seen-before bridal
gown. During a post-fashion show interview with the Wedding
Podcast Network (weddingpodcastnetwork.com), Vatana Watters
described fashion for brides planning weddings away. “She must
choose a dress that is an expression of her personal style - a
dress that not only makes her feel exceptionally beautiful but
comfortable and appropriate as well.”
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