Fall 2008 Women's Fashion Trend: Plaid CoatsPolka dots and tweed are giving way to plaid in all sorts of color combinations this Fall, and you can choose from a long-coat with a low-waited belt, or a simple pea coat style buttoned up to the max. Both large and small plaid prints are acceptable this season, and are best paired with tights and booties over a dress or skirt.
Fall 2008 Women's Fashion Trend: Shitake and Twilight Blue Color CombosShitake is a mellow brown color, while Twilight Blue is a variation of classic navy. Together, this is one of Fall's most attractive looks and can be found in coats, dresses, and even pantsuits. Temperley London and Peter Som both picked up on this color combination at New York Fashion Week, and it's perfect for both day and night.

9/7/08

Informal Dresses for Brides



Informal Dresses for Brides For most women, walking down the aisle the first time is a day to remember. For others, weddings are as important, but it can be celebrated in a simpler manner. Today informal weddings are becoming popular as they are apt to be affordable to the soon-to-be married couple. Brides tend to find an informal wedding much more relaxing and satisfying.
Most women plan the elaborateness of their wedding gown based on the theme of the wedding. Some of the most popular themes are the beach wedding and a backyard ceremony. A beach wedding is a completely informal affair. Hence focus on a light empire styled dress, while leaving your hair loose and adding flowers to your hair to give you a goddess look. Other designs you could look into could be a halter or a strapless cut. Informing your guests in advance about the informal theme helps them prepare for the wedding as well.
A backyard ceremony can be a very relaxed yet cherished affair. If you plan on having the wedding in the afternoon, a white sun dress with a hat would be the perfect choice. An evening wedding could have themes such as dressing up as your favourite film actor, or Disney character. With informal wedding dresses, the bride doesn’t have to stick to a traditional white dress. Based on your theme you can go in for different hues for the dress adding light makeup and basic jewellery to complete your stylish look.
The alternative to a wedding gown would be casual wear that can be worn after the wedding and reception. Having an informal wedding dress doesn’t mean boring, in fact it can make you look quite classy and elegant on your wedding day where the focus is on you radiating with glow and not the beads on your dress. For those who are cost conscious, you know you will save money compared to buying a full traditional white gown. Informal wedding gowns are usually made of man-made fabric, an alternative to the traditional silk. They are also easily available provided you have a good idea of what you want. These informal wedding gowns are created with special care and uniquely created and are available at many wedding boutiques. Women getting married the second time prefer a low-key and inexpensive affair and often opt for informal bridal dresses.
Before you plan to buy dresses for yourself you can check the links on halter dress or bride dresses.