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My #1 wedding trend for 2008
is the green wedding. It was a wedding trend
in 2007, but it's going to be even bigger in
2008. Many couples are realizing that if we
don't take care of our planet, who will?
Your big day is full of opportunities to
make ethical informed decisions as well as
many opportunities for waste. If you're an
environmentalist, consider using organic
flowers in your bouquet, recycled paper in
your invitations, local and organic foods at
your reception, and even biodegradable
plates and forks. Each step can make a
difference in this world!
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2. An Emphasis on the Waist
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After a tumultuous affair
with the trapeze dress, America is ready to
re-embrace the waist. And not a moment too
soon in my opinion! At the Spring 2008
Fashion Week, designers showed nipped in
waists, often accented with wide belts. Look
for wedding dresses to follow suit, with a
reinvigoration of the obi belt, and
contrasting color sashes.
You might also consider a trumpet skirt, such as this wedding dress from the Kenneth Pool line designed by Austin Scarlett. As it skims over the body before flaring out near the knee, the trumpet skirt naturally shows off your best curves, especially your waist. How to Shop for a Wedding Dress |
3. Great Wedding Invitations
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A wedding invitation is the
first clue guests will get about your
wedding style and theme. It helps get them
excited for the big event, and even gives
guests clues about what to wear! Letterpress
wedding invitations will be an especially
big wedding trend for 2008, with couples
designing custom invitation packages to
reflect their personality. But if your
wallet doesn't stretch for top-of-the-line
letterpressed invitations (like this one
from
Dauphine Press), there are many other
options. Consider making your own wedding
invitations using an at-home screenprinting
kit like
Print Gocco, or even finding affordable
letterpress at Costco!
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4. Yellow
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Yellow was all over the
spring 2008 runways, which is great news for
brides. This ideal wedding color is fresh,
energetic, and summery. For a day-time
wedding, consider yellow and white for your
wedding colors, with yellow daisies, gingham
accents, and cheery yellow ribbons tied
around vases, napkins, bouquets, and waists.
For an evening wedding, pair lemon yellow
with chocolate brown. Or, choose a brighter
yellow paired with silvery gray.
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5. Silver
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The bride who wears a
metallic silver wedding dress is sure to
stand out and be remembered. If you're more
traditional, incorporate the silver wedding
trend in other ways. Your bridesmaids could
wear grey satin bridesmaids dresses, or
carry bouquets of white roses mixed with
eucalyptus, Artemisia Silver King and/or
Dusty Miller. Decorate your reception space
with silver linens, branches painted silver,
and rhinestone accents. Or punch up your own
look with silver heels peeking out from
under your dress, and a rhinestone hairpin.
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6. Other Bold Colors
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Jewel tones are back in
style! If you love rich purples, bright
greens, and shocking pinks, you'll be
excited by 2008 wedding trends. But stay far
away from the '80s. Today's couples should
look to use jewel tones sparingly, mixing
brights with cream or gray, or more muted
versions of the same color. Avoid the satin
jewel tone bridesmaid dress – it's
definitely one look she won't wear again.
Instead, look for chiffon or other matte
fabrics to carry off this look.
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