Jenny Packham: Flattering Finds for Full-Figured Brides

Fabulous Gowns for Curvy Brides from Jenny Packham
By: Stacy Shiffner

This season's runways had many unique highlights, but one in particular had us pleasantly surprised. For her Spring 2015 runway show, designer Jenny Packham featured stunning wedding dresses for full figured brides. Often under-represented, we are happy to share these wow worthy wedding dresses for curvier brides-to-be.

Famed plus-size model Marquita Pring opened Jenny Packham's show wearing a gown featuring lace sleeves and an embellished bodice. The skirt flows away from the body, while the belt accentuates the smallest part of her waist line.

Model Camilla Hansen stunned the runway in this perfectly draped gown for the art deco bride. The blouson top flatters the arms and chest by providing extra coverage. The graphic lines on the dress will make brides appear taller while slimming the appearance of the torso.

Ashley Graham modeled this ethereal empire waist gown with full skirt. The halter neckline is ideal for brides with a larger bust and provides optimal support. The adorning cape adds both coverage and a whimsical touch.

We look forward to seeing models of all shapes and sizes walk the bridal runways in the future.
This is one trend we hope never goes out of style!

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Monique Lhuillier: Fall 2014 Bridesmaids Collection

Monique Lhuillier: Fall 2014 Bridesmaids Collection

By: Amy Darwish

Monique Lhuillier is best known for her couture wedding dresses, but she's showing the bridal party some love too with her bridesmaids dresses collection. From draped dresses in a range of colors, to little black dresses you could wear time and again, this collection is sure to make both 

brides and their bridesmaids very happy!

  

Draping is key when looking for bridesmaid dresses to suit girls of all shapes and sizes. This flattering style will make it easy to select a dress that all your bridesmaids will be happy with. Plus, in a variety of bold colors these dresses are sure to brighten up the color palette for your wedding day.

One of our favorite fall colors, Bordeaux, is a dramatic hue which we predict will be popular for many autumn weddings. A great color on all skin types, you'll certainly want to have your bridesmaids try out this shade.

Every bridesmaid wants a dress that they can wear again and again. These little black dresses (or LBDs) are sure to please any of your friends who will be beside you on your big day. These fun, pleated, cocktail dresses can not only serve as bridesmaid dresses, but can certainly be worn at future parties or for a fun night out. 

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Editor's Picks: Spring 2015

Personal Picks from Patricia Canole, Editor In Chief of For The Bride Magazine 

By: Patricia Canole

With body-hugging cuts and lush, layered fabrics and dramatically rendered embellished footwear, designers are offering a windfall of wedding gown and accessory options. I noticed these trends throughout Bridal Fashion Week and took note for all our brides-to-be. Here's a look at my personal notes of this upcoming seasons hottest trends...

Monique Lhuillier

ARTSY ACCENTS Designers are playing with texture: tucking and twisting fabric at the waist, asymmetrically pleating hems and adding jewels wrapped with tulle.

COLOR Shades other than white or cream were once used only in small amounts (a sash or subtle overlay). This season the runways lit up with wedding dresses featuring all-over color, from saturated hues like sky blue to pretty blush pink.

SHORT Let’s here it for the short dress! For weddings or after-parties—be it properly ladylike or seriously sexy—is always the perfect choice.

Aruna Seth

SPARKLE PLENTY Designers know that gowns with beautifully beaded bodices will always dazzle the crowd.

EMBELLISHED FOOTWEAR The floral and jeweled appliques so popular on wedding gowns are now showing up in an unlikely spot, on the feet. Brides are wearing everything from butterflies to rosette-adorned shoes for a touch of femininity.


                           
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