May 2013 | Ideal Bride Magazine
Dress Trends
The dress is one of the most important parts of your special day. Not only for the bride, but for the groom who can't wait to see the love of his life looking radiant, her parents seeing their little girl dressed as a princess and the guests who have speculated about the kind of dress the bride has chosen.
With ever changing trends and fashions from season to season, here are the Ideal Bride Magazines key trends for the 2011/12 wedding season. Find a trend that suits you and your theme.
Despite being over 60 years ago, fifties style is still very much key to this seasons trends. Radiating style, glamour and sophistication, this trend compliments both a Hollywood themed wedding and a vintage themed wedding. This season's collections celebrate ultra feminine style, traditional 1950's inspired gowns include lace and bow detail.

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