What's new with dresses?

Dress Trends for Spring 2013

Ok ladies, what's new for this wedding season? Well, a few things.
First of all, sleeves! Very Kate Middleton, very elegant. Great for the girl who wants a little more coverage. I love the designer La Sposa's sleeved dresses; we sell these at the bridal shop where I work.

And for the daring bride: COLOR!

This is such a great idea - add a sash to add some color! It could match your bridesmaids, match your flowers, it's totally up to you!
You can also add some detail to the sash. You could pin on a broach, a silk flower, have a simple bow.Play around and see what works best for you! Belts and sashes can totally transform a dress, but you have to be willing to experiment and try different things!

Ok, so we've seen color in a sash. How about a colored dress?
Blush is very very in right now, and I LOVE it.

Here are a couple of Monique Lhuillier examples. Lazaro also makes some gorgeous blush dresses.

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