The bridal gown! What woman doesn’t love a beautiful gown that not only looks great on her but makes her feel like a princess? And to boot, in an incredibly delicate color and a fantastic style that dazzles everyone! I loved so much how I felt in my gown. And I have no problems confessing that I have worn my own gown at home, just so I can walk around and feel like that princess!

This year’s trends for fantabulous wedding gowns leaves little to be desired! But after my research, I did see a bit of back and forth between the experts out there as to what the hottest trends were for this year! And here are my favorite, along with a list of links to help you decide for yourself…

• Ball-gowns will be the envy for this year! Anything from flowing A-line gowns to very over-the-top designs for this silhouette are hot right now.
• Crumb-catcher bodices! Basically, this is a double layer of fabric at the neckline, one fitted, one a bit looser. Here’s a great description of necklines to help you get savvy! And here’s a wonderful gallery of crumb-catcher gowns to give you an eye-full.
• One-shouldered styles! Love it and a perfect way to feel like a diva!
• Looking for a second gown to get down in or perhaps you want something casual for that beach-side or tent wedding? Minis and short gowns will be very popular this year!
• A splash of color somewhere on your gown (like in the form of a sash around the waist)
• Two-toned gowns!
• Pockets!
• Detailing! It’s always in the details isn’t, it!

Check out these resources for more information on hot wedding gown trends for 2009:

• Editor’s Pick: Top Wedding Dress Trends from Spring 2009 Fashion Shows – From Brides.com
• Wedding dress trends for Fall 2009 – From MillionLooks.com
• Wedding Dress Trend: From White Lace Wedding
• Wedding Trends 2009: Bridal Gowns – From Completely Weddings
• Spring 2009 Wedding Gowns: Styles and Trends – From Haute Bride
• 2009’s Boldest, Most Beautiful Wedding Gown Trends – From eZine Articles
• The top five trends in wedding gowns for 2009 – From Something BLue: Wedblog for Brids
• 2009 Wedding Gown Trends – From Weddingish.com
• Planning Tip of The Week: Dress Trends Spring 2009 – From Mywedding.com

And two videos from two fab designers I have always loved…

Vera Wang – Spring 2009 Bridal Show Part 1 of 2

Junko Yoshioka Fall 2009 Part 2

And of course, here’s my gallery of gowns from last year! And I am very happy to say that once again, my brides were already showing their stylish good sense by implementing some of the trends mentioned above. Next to shoes, gowns are my other favorite yummy that I love to document!

Enjoy,
Astrid

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