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Top Wedding Gown Trends for 2008

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New York SS08 has come and gone and with top designers Monique Lhuillier, Nicole Miller and Oscar de la Renta all showing off they’re fabulous collections alongside other design greats we are left breathless over the flurry of decadent fabrics, the romantic and subtle colors that we all saw. There were so many bridal trends that were showcased during the past NY Fashion Week, so to help out a future bride in picking out the key trends. Here’s a short list.

1. Angel Sanchez who is well known for his intricate and modern designs presented a SS08 collection that was rich with geometric gowns in all sorts of bright colors. Obviously not for a timid bride as colors like chartreuse and fuchsia were dominant in his collection. Trend to watch? Keyhole necklines and those sexy spaghetti straps.

2. Badgley Mischka, a celebrity favorite served up a very 20’s inspired collection. The collection was awash with dropped waist flapper style gowns, which are very hot this season, as well as geometric draping and art deco crystals. Trend to watch? Sheer, floaty fabrics that just floats when one walks and exquisite beading.

3. Carolina Herrera showed a collection inspired by the watercolor creations of Jeremiah Goodman. The collection was bursting at the seams with chipper and sophistication. The lavishness of the fabrics just screamed luxury at every turn. Whimsical details such as the off centered bows were definitely eye catchers. Trend to watch? Attention to detail, wispy and sheer overlays and gorgeous prints.

4. Lela Rose provided us with ideas for what to wear after the wedding ceremony. Very girly couture with sporty idealisms mixed in. Definitely perfect for a bride looking for a fun yet subtly sexy look during the reception. Trend to watch? Sweetheart necklines and scalloped hems for that sweet yet sophisticated look.

Team up with bright red heels and knock them dead with this dress
from Giles

5. Monique Lhuillier, bridal designer du jour presented a collection that was all about femininity. The delicate almost translucent colors of the pastels she used were so yummy you’d think they were made out of candy floss. The floaty gowns, the light tulle creations and the dramatic collars were absolutely sights to behold. Any of the gowns can work on the aisle, without question. Trend to watch? Floaty, sheer fabrics that are as light as air, pastel and nude colors, dramatic collars.

6. Nicole Miller’s collection moves. Soft, subtle movement that are nonetheless very eye catching. Perfect for a bride who is getting married outside the confines of a building, a beach perhaps? With color palettes ranging from gold to cool blues and a bit of prints thrown in for good measure, the dresses in Nicole’s collection screams: Caribbean! Trends to watch? Low V necks and modified versions of the sweetheart neckline.

7. Oscar de la Renta is famous for turning out dated styles into modern and current styles. In his collection, Oscar de la Renta continues to impress as he presented new and fresh silhouettes. Trapeze dresses, billowy ball gowns and intricate couture details make for a luxurious combination. Trends to watch? Off the shoulder pieces, short and long bubble hemmed dresses, silk belts and close attention to detail.

So there you have it, ladies. Some of the best bridal fashion trends from SS08 NY Fashion Week that showcased work by some of the world’s most renowned bridal designers. Take your pick and work your magic.