Wedding Dress Trends - Top Styles for the Modern Bride Washington DC

Weddings are all about personal style, and modern brides are choosing wedding gowns that reflect their unique personality - not necessarily their grandmother's. Browse the top wedding dress trends for the modern bride.


1. Local Companies

Katherines Bridal Boutique
(703) 370-8922
3104 Duke St
Alexandria, VA
Ellies Bridal Boutique
(703) 683-8697
225 N Washington St
Alexandria, VA
Hannelores Bridal Boutique
(703) 549-0387
106 N Lee St
Alexandria, VA
Lestar Bridal
(703) 838-9797
1201 King St
Alexandria, VA
Fashion Stitch
(703) 549-4814
129 S Royal St
Alexandria, VA
Kims Dress Design
(703) 684-9199
800 N Fairfax St
Alexandria, VA
Best Western
(202) 488-7500
10 I St SW
Washington, DC
Betsy Brener Calligraphy & Design
(202) 554-2040
700 3rd St SW
Washington, DC
Masters Tuxedo
(703) 313-8866
5955 Kingstown Ct
Alexandria, VA
Access Bridal Boutique
(703) 360-4272
5914 N Kings Hwy
Alexandria, VA

2. Wedding Dress Trends - Top Styles for the Modern Bride

Reflecting the overall trend of breaking away from tradition and steadfast rules, modern brides are choosing wedding gowns that reflect their personality and vision - not necessarily their grandmother's. The only rule for wedding dress style these days is to choose one that suits you - whether that means wearing a gold wedding dress, trouser suit or sundress. And even if you are more traditional and have always envisioned yourself as the fairy princess in the white satin ballgown, you needn't worry about being perceived as old fashioned. The modern "rule" for wedding dress style is to choose something that makes you feel comfortable and beautiful on your day.

That said, although certain traditional dress styles are always popular, bridal fashion does follow mainstream fashion to some extent. So if you are looking for something a little more contemporary or "now," consider these top trends.

Add Some Color
Using a wedding dress to bring out a colorful personality, modern brides are not afraid to add a splash of color to the traditional white gown. Whether that means adding a colored ribbon or piece of jewelry or foregoing the white wedding dress all together, today's brides find inventive ways to incorporate color into their wedding attire. Particularly popular shades are blue, pink, cappuccino and champagne.

Lace Up
Lace has made a recent comeback, exuding a look vintage romance that is feminine, yet not overdone. Many brides are enchanted by lace, envisioning a majestic day in a lush green garden.

Magnificent Embroidery
For an ultra elegant, opulent feel, glamour girls savor wedding gowns adorned with intricate hand-embroidered details. This look warrants grand chandeliers, candlelight and an isle of red roses.

Ultra-Feminine
As seen on the runway, feminine details are making a big impact. Ribbons, ruffles, flowers and bows are finding their way back onto wedding dresses and taking femininity to a new level. Brides who envision themselves floating along the cobblestones of a historic mansion will love this look.

For more advice on planning your wedding day look, visit the complete wedding dress, attire and accessories guide at Elegala.com - Elegant Galas Made Simple.

3. Author Bio

Cori Russell is editor for Elegala.com and Gala Weddings Magazine. Elegala.com is a comprehensive wedding planning resource with a national directory of wedding venues and services, along with articles, expert advice, checklists and photo galleries to lead brides through every step of the planning process.

4. Featured Local Company

Katherines Bridal Boutique

(703) 370-8922
3104 Duke St
Alexandria, VA
http://www.katherinesbridalboutique.com

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