Top Wedding Dress Trends
- Personalise Your Look
Break the cookie-cutter-bride mould and swan down that aisle in style, as 2014 is the year for brides to ‘personalise’ their look, explains Henry. “There isn’t necessarily a predominant dress ‘shape’, but rather a broad cross-section from ball gowns and A-line to fit-and-flare and straight sheaths. It’s an exciting time for brides as individuality, rather than protocol, rules the day.”
Classic and sexy in one. ‘Cate’ two-piece backless lace and satin 50s pleat gown, $695, Henry Roth.
Ruffle some feathers! ‘Nannette’ fitted-to-flare lace and flounced skirt, $2200, Michelle Roth.
2. Get Creative With Fabrics
This year dresses will feature texture, draping and pin-tucking. “Sculptured fabric takes over from the predominance of ‘bling’,” forecasts Henry. “Where ‘sparkle’ is featured, it is in a far more delicate, subtle, vintage style.”
The epitome of elegance… ‘September’ luminous satin and guipure lace, $515, Henry Roth.
3. Create Shape with a Flattering Neckline
Don’t be limited by simple horizontal necklines, create cleavage and shape! “Strapless styles no longer have a stranglehold,” explains Henry. “V-necklines, as well as dramatic, deep V-necklines and backlines, portrait and sweetheart necklines create greater sophistication and chic.”
Be a sweetheart in a detailed sweetheart neckline… ‘Sophia’ scoop off-the-shoulder ball gown shimmers in light, gold matte satin, $1725, Henry Roth.
Pretty as a picture! ‘Siobhan’ V-neckline 50s gown, $1800, Henry Roth.
4. Go Easy on the Layers…
“Fabrications are getting lighter as brides choose to celebrate their wedding outdoors or as a destination wedding,” explains Henry. Who wants to jam a ball gown into a suitcase? Thought so… “Less weight, less bouff, and a swing to more lightweight fabrics such as tulle, chiffon, organza and the new generation lightweight satin dominate.”
Show some leg, Angelina style. ‘Shasta’ tissue chiffon asymmetrical neckline gown, $1225, Henry Roth.
Have some fun in lighter layers and dots. ‘Zoe Too’ Polka dot cinched waist tea length gown, $985, Henry Roth.
5. Choose One Style (not five)…
Do you really want a bridal theme that is vintage-glam-rock-pink? You’ll put your guests’ and the groom’s into a head spin! Sometimes less really is more, so don’t go OTT. “The new nod to confidence is utilising one signature accessory, which is dominant, and then walking away!” explains Henry.
Be a blooming gorgeous trailblazer. ‘Sigalit’ Italian Gazar fitted to cascading red-carpet chic gown worn with textured necklace statement piece, $2400, Henry Roth.
Elongate the body with vertical lines and create a sexy silhouette. ‘Zoe adores Max’ classic Princess corset ball gown worn with horse hair stiffening for hair flourish hair embellishment, $475, Henry Roth.
“If only I had more heads, so I could wear all the veils in the shop!” Sasha, pink draped gown, $656, Henry Roth.
Top Bridal Headwear Trends: Be ahead of the curve!
1. Get Veiled!
Veils are trending in 2014 with the return to ‘fingertip’ (veil reaches fingertip length) and ‘chapel’ length (veil is just past the train), according to Henry. “Classic tradition is being seen in subtle length veils.”
2. Go easy on the bling
“Tiaras and over-ornate headpieces are out!” explains Henry. “In their place are bejewelled clips, hair jewellery and wonderful necklaces.”
3. Try a fascinating look
“Fascinators had a huge upswing in 2012-2013, but now we’re seeing more classic use of veiling,” explains Henry. “Yes, fascinators but it’s more about the classic one or two tier veil or ‘waterfall’ (tiered) veil, right now.”
4. Be comfortable in what you choose
“The new rule, whether it’s your gown, veil, headpiece, jewellery or accessory, is this – brides are choosing style they’re comfortable with,” advises Henry. “They want a look that represents who they are and therefore, the rules have been moved to one side and in its place, style sizzles because Brides own their own look.”
Want more?
Check out Henry’s gowns at:
Henry Roth http://www.henryroth.com.au, Henry Roth Authorised retailers Australia USA Canada Hong Kong www.henryroth.com.au, and www.michelleroth.com or call (+61) 02 9211 1733.
Written By Monique Butterworth. Edited by Franki Hobson.
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