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This year, the watchword in wedding gowns is "elegance". Pure, drop-dead, delicious elegance. Whether the look is contemporary, traditional or high couture, the overall feel on the wedding runways is unmistakable, it’s a return to la Belle Epoch, a world of chic elegance and graceful, dramatic silhouettes. Here’s what to be on the lookout for if you’re shopping for a wedding gown in the Spring/Summer 2009 season.
Asymmetrical Lines
Asymmetry is definitely in this season, but that doesn’t mean that the look is lopsided. The elegance is in the details and the execution. One of the most elegantly asymmetrical dresses for Spring 2009 is Priscilla of Boston’s Style 1408, a stunning one-shoulder ball gown that features a draped bodice and asymmetrical waistline to balance the asymmetrical neckline. The effect is just as lovely from the back as it is from the front with the drop waist echoing the diagonal of the one-shouldered bodice.
Silhouettes
The most prominent silhouette in this season’s range of elegant wedding gowns is the "fit-to-flare", a cut that is flattering for most figures. The dress is cut to fit the torso, and then flares below the hip into a wide swirl. The most exaggerated fit-to-flare cut is the trumpet flare, which starts slim and swirls into a ground-sweeping flare at the floor. Another very flattering silhouette for your big day is the A-line dress, a classic wedding gown shape that fits closely at the bodice, and then flares out softly to the hem. Perhaps the most elegant wedding gown for a formal, traditional wedding though, is the ball gown, which combines a fitted bodice with a bell-like skirt. The Platinum Collection makes great use of the ball gown to create elegant couture looks in unusual and unexpected fabrics and styles.
Necklines
Sweetheart bodices, once considered the ultimate in elegance for fairy tale weddings, now have a lot of competition. Some of the most elegant contemporary wedding gown styles feature strapless bodices, often fanned or pleated. Many of the popular wedding gown styles feature sweetheart necklines modified to work with a strapless design. One shoulder asymmetrical designs are another elegant option for the contemporary bride, especially if the asymmetrical look is balanced by fullness at the hem or a contrasting asymmetry at the waist.
Pleated Bodices
Fan-pleated bodices are another wedding gown feature that you will see walking down the runway at the most elegant designer Spring shows. Strapless, fan-pleated bodices aren’t right for everyone, but they’re an eye-catching accent for the bride who isn’t overly endowed. Not all pleating is fanned, however. Some of the prettiest and most elegant designs feature ruched bodices and horizontal bands of pleating across the bodice, or vertically pleated satin and taffeta.
Hem Treatments
Hems are also getting the pleated treatment, along with flounces and tiers of lace. Some of the most elegant hem treatments include trumpet flares edged with lace or flounced with ruched netting. From the Vineyard Collection, the Ivy wedding dress model is the ultimate in simple elegance, a fitted sheath dress of silk and organza that features bands of satin detailing at the bodice and the hem.
Materials
The materials used to make a wedding gown are one of the major factors in determining the cut and the drape of the dress. The most elegant styles are those that move and flow with your body. Fabulous fabrics for wedding dresses include silk in its many variations, including shantung and charmeuse. Other materials that are traditionally used in elegant wedding gown design include organza, satin and tulle, but one of the most elegant designs of this season is a simple fit-to-flare gown made in chiffon and lace. The Holly, from the Vineyard Collection, features spaghetti straps, lace over chiffon and a flared skirt with insets of net that create an elegant sweep.
Lace
One of the most used laces in wedding gown design is Alencon lace, sometimes called the Queen of Lace. This embroidered lace is handmade, and highly prized for the fine needlework of the cording that makes up the designs. Alencon lace is often embellished with beading and metallic thread. Other lace that may be used in elegant wedding designs include Battenburg lace and Venetian lace. Handmade Belgian lace, sometimes called Princess lace, may also be used in net overlays or for wedding veils.
Important Things to Remember
Elegance is often in the eye of the beholder, but there are a few key things to remember when choosing the right wedding gown for you.
1. Simplicity is often more elegant than fussy details.
2. Quality of materials and workmanship is essential. Choose the finest materials and workmanship that you can afford.
3. Elegance is a matter of fit. Be sure to have your gown fitted properly to you so that you feel confident and beautiful in it. Even the simplest gown is elegant when it’s carried off with confidence.
SOLD: BRAND NEW ALLOVER Ivory Lace Strapless size 8 Wedding Dress at Pink Ribbon Bridal
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LARGE Venise Lace Yoke Appliques Beaded Bridal Wedding |  |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 19m |
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2T Cathedral ivory Wedding Bridal Veil lace Purfle | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 23m |
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Victorian style white battenburg lace wedding parasol | |
0 Bid | US $19.99 | 26m |
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WEDDING FAUX PEARLS LACE FLOWER LONG NECKLACE EARRINGS | |
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US $12.99 | 35m |
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Wedding DressWedding GownsProm GownsCustom MadeLace | |
0 Bid | US $90.99 | 36m |
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Wedding DressWedding GownEvening DressBrautmodeLace | |
0 Bid | US $90.99 | 37m |
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PARADISE CROCHET COLLECTOR COSTUME 1906 LACE BRIDAL 97 | |
3 Bids | US $1.04 | 42m |
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Vintage 50s White Tulle Lace Party WEDDING Dress | |
2 Bids | US $42.66 | 53m |
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VTG 60s VICTORIAN White CROCHET Lace Wedding Dress S | |
13 Bids | US $46.00 | 57m |
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SEXY WEDDING GARTER BELT w LACE SATIN TRIM NOS O S | |
0 Bid | US $14.99 | 1h |
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Vintage Wedding White Floral Bobbin Lace Trim 2 yards | |
0 Bid | US $4.99 | 1h 7m |
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ALFRED ANGELO WHITE LACE WEDDING DRESS PLUS SZ 16 | |
0 Bid | US $39.98 | 1h 15m |
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SEXY LINGERIE BRIDAL WHITE LACE GARTER BELT THONG SET | |
1 Bid | US $.99 | 1h 15m |
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GUNNE SAX Vtg ivory lace GORGEOUS wedding gown dress | |
1 Bid | US $59.98 | 1h 23m |
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Wedding Day White Floral Lace Bustier sz 32B | |
0 Bid | US $7.77 | 1h 24m |
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Carnival Bridal Lace Low Plunge Lace Longline Bra 34C | |
0 Bid | US $7.77 | 1h 26m |
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SEXY Exotic Lace Corset Thong SET Bridal Lingerie WHITE | |
0 Bid | US $19.99 | 1h 27m |
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Sexy Lace Cup Sheer Babydoll Bridal Lingerie SET OS | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 1h 27m |
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Davids Bridal Apple Lace Veil With Apple Ribbon Edge | |
1 Bid | US $60.00 | 1h 33m |
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215X Purple pageant flower girl Lace wedding dress 4 5Y | |
0 Bid | US $10.99 | 1h 35m |
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081X Purple pageant flower girl Lace wedding dress 6 7Y | |
0 Bid | US $10.99 | 1h 35m |
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VICTORIAN LACE EDGED PANEL 72X30 PETTICOAT WEDDING NOS | |
0 Bid | US $19.97 | 1h 35m |
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BRIDAL WHITE STRETCH LACE BUSTIER PLUS LINGERIE SIZE 1X | |
0 Bid | US $24.75 | 1h 39m |
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White CORSET Lace Ribbon Bustier Bridal Wedding Gown XL | |
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US $14.99 | 1h 45m |
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Blue Black Lace Trim Wedding Bustier Corset S M L XL | |
0 Bid | US $8.99 | 2h 6m |
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Vintage 50s Elegant Chantilly Lace Wedding Dress S | |
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US $265.00 | 2h 7m |
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White Lace Photo Album for 24 4X6 Wedding Baptism | |
0 Bid | US $4.50 | 2h 12m |
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Slim A line Lace Applique Wedding Dress Bridal Gown New | |
0 Bid | US $98.23 | 2h 17m |
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Vtg OFF WHITE LACE WEDDING PARTY dress szXLP 14 16 | |
4 Bids | US $6.28 | 2h 17m |
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IVORY BRIDAL WEDDING FINGERTIP EMBROIDERED LACE VEIL 45 | |
0 Bid | US $24.99 | 2h 21m |
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VICTORIAN LACE BODICE INSERT HAND DONE EC UNUSD WEDDING | |
0 Bid | US $19.97 | 2h 27m |
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New Sexy Cream Lace Bridal Bride Corset Bustier M | |
0 Bid | US $7.99 | 2h 29m |
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VICTORIAN LACE BODICE INSRT HAND DONE BUTTERFLY WEDDING | |
0 Bid | US $29.99 | 2h 34m |
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Excellent White Ivory Lace Laciness Bridal Veil 3M | |
1 Bid | US $.99 | 2h 36m |
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2XL White Bridal CORSET Bustier Wedding Lace Ruffle XXL | |
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US $16.99 | 2h 44m |
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Battenburg lace WHITE w Blue wedding parasol umbrella | |
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US $17.99 | 3h 24m |
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KINKY LACE THONGS Sexy Wedding Gift Stag Tanga Bikini | |
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US $2.99 | 3h 40m |
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2 T IVORY BRIDAL WEDDING EMBROIDERED LACE VEIL ELBOW 46 | |
1 Bid | US $29.99 | 3h 43m |
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Mini Cream Beaded Lace Wedding Handbag Purse s C6646M | |
0 Bid | US $19.99 | 3h 47m |
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VINTAGE LINEN LACE WEDDING HANDKERCHIEF HANKIE 11X11 | |
1 Bid | US $7.99 | 3h 55m |
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Embroidered with batternburg lace parasol wedding U686b | |
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US $17.99 | 4h 2m |
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30 Elegant ivory Belle Lace parasol wedding party | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 4h 32m |
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30 Elegant black Belle Lace parasol wedding party | |
1 Bid | US $.99 | 4h 35m |
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Sexy White Lace Babydoll Bridal Lingerie Dress Set 015E | |
0 Bid | US $.95 | 4h 37m |
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30 Elegant white Belle Lace parasol wedding party | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 4h 38m |
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WHITE WEDDING BRIDAL SHOULDER VEIL EMBROIDERED LACE 17 | |
0 Bid | US $16.99 | 4h 54m |
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satin lace beaded hand made wedding ring pillow | |
1 Bid | US $7.14 | 5h 49m |
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Dear Lover Lace Top Bridal Thigh High Stockings | |
0 Bid | US $.10 | 5h 53m |
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Ivory Satin Wedding dress Bridal Gown Lace up Custom | |
0 Bid | US $149.99 | 5h 55m |
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IVORY BRIDAL WEDDING VEIL SHOULDER EMBROIDERED LACE 44 | |
0 Bid | US $16.99 | 5h 57m |
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Belgian lace embroidery BLUE wedding parasol umbrella | |
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US $19.99 | 6h |
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Lace Wedding Dress Gown Bride Stripper Flower Garter 1¢ | |
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US $1.00 | 6h 10m |
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Lace shiny rhinestone silver buckle wedding ring pillow | |
0 Bid | US $8.99 | 6h 21m |
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070W White Lace Trim Wedding Bridal Bustier Corset XL | |
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US $17.85 | 6h 37m |
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Red WEDDING full HAND BATTENBURG LACE PARASOL U214R | |
0 Bid | US $14.28 | 7h 39m |
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Sissy Dress Bridal Satin Silver Lace Adult baby 18 | |
0 Bid | US $109.99 | 7h 45m |
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Ivory full Belgian lace parasol fan wedding FU214E | |
0 Bid | US $17.85 | 8h 16m |
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MB 081 Ivory Lace Bridal Wedding Party Boots AU7 | |
0 Bid | US $76.80 | 8h 24m |
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White CORSET Lace Ribbon Bustier Bridal Wedding XXL 2XL | |
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US $16.96 | 8h 55m |
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1T IVORY CATHEDRAL THICK LACE MANTILLA WEDDING VEIL 3M | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 10h 39m |
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1T WHITE CATHEDRAL THICK LACE MANTILLA WEDDING VEIL 3M | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 10h 39m |
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Ivory Stretchy Satin Lace Fingerless Wedding Gloves 15 | |
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US $7.14 | 10h 55m |
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Pink Lace Satin Wedding Ring Cushion Bridal Pillow | |
0 Bid | US $1.55 | 11h 39m |
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Lavender lace Satin Wedding Ring Cushion Bridal Pillow | |
0 Bid | US $1.55 | 11h 40m |
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Floor Length organza Wedding Veil With lace Purfle New | |
0 Bid | US $9.98 | 12h 5m |
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17 WHITE FINGERLESS SATIN LACE BRIDAL WEDDING GLOVES | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 12h 11m |
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VICTORIAS SECRET L STRETCH RED LACE SLIP BRIDAL NIGHT | |
0 Bid | US $4.99 | 12h 19m |
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2T Cathedral ivory white Wedding Veil With lace Purfle | |
0 Bid | US $9.97 | 12h 25m |
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2T Cathedral organza Wedding Veil With Lace Purfle Comb | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 12h 26m |
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Coustom Long white Wedding Veil With lace Purfle Comb | |
0 Bid | US $9.98 | 12h 31m |
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3M WHITE CATHEDRAL THICK LACE MANTILLA WEDDING VEIL | |
0 Bid | US $.99 | 12h 32m |
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Sexy White Lace Babydoll Bridal Lingerie GString 015E | |
0 Bid | US $.95 | 12h 45m |
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1T WHITE ivory CATHEDRAL LACE MANTILLA WEDDING VEIL 3M | |
0 Bid | US $.01 | 12h 47m |
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Western Wedding Boots size 75 Leather and Lace LOOK | |
0 Bid | US $35.00 | 12h 48m |
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New Wedding Bridal Lady Ivory Wrist Lace Gloves OneSize | |
0 Bid | US $.01 | 12h 50m |
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White Wedding Satin Lace Slip Crinoline L XL 16 18 22 | |
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US $129.99 | 12h 50m |
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SWISS HANDKERCHIEF BRIDAL NEW LOVELY LACE NR | |
0 Bid | US $4.95 | 12h 50m |
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Handmade Battenburg lace WHITE wedding parasol umbrella | |
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US $19.99 | 12h 50m |
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Battenburg lace LAVANDER wedding parasol w matching fan | |
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US $26.99 | 12h 50m |
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Handmade Battenburg lace Ivory wedding parasol | |
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US $17.99 | 12h 50m |
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Handmade Ivory Battenburg lace embroidery wedding Fan | |
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US $9.99 | 12h 50m |
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Gorgeous Lace Wedding Gown approx size 8 | |
0 Bid | US $29.00 | 13h 26m |
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WHITE LACE ELASTIC BRIDAL WEDDING GARTER SATIN Blue BOW | |
0 Bid | US $.01 | 13h 40m |
