BRIDESMAIDS

Yesterday my boyfriend and I went to the cinema to see "Bridesmaids". It was hilarious and totally well worth seeing, after hearing about how funny it was meant to be - it certainly did not disappoint. I especially loved the bit where all of the girls are trying on dresses in the bridal shop - for those of you who have not seen the film, I will not ruin it for you. Hopefully some of you will read this and know why I found this part of the film so memorable...

I've watched SATC The Movie hundreds of times over and always feel compelled to write a "Bridal Blog" when I watch the notorious scene of Carrie Bradshaw trying on haute couture wedding dresses for Vogue.

With "THE Royal Wedding" still fresh in my mind (I worked at Philip Treacy during this hectic time, who designed the vast majority of millinery that was seen on the big day) as is Kate Middleton's fairytale dress. The elegance, the timelessness, the beauty, THE LACE...

And who could forget Kate Moss's wedding? I'm already on top of this as I've blogged about her dress previously.

Weddings appeal to me like no other. When I think of them my heart flutters. The thought of me wearing the most important dress of my life in the near future is so scary yet exciting. 

Here is a selection of some contemporary bridesmaids dresses that I love. Are they fashion forward? I'd have to say yes - they are not exactly traditional? But, would I choose them on MY big day? Who knows?

ASHLEY ISHAM BRIDESMAID DRESSES

HERE COMES THE FINALE BRIDE, ALL DRESSED IN ASHLEY ISHAM...

Very risque. Like a walking phantom mermaid.

Also love these contemporary examples of modern wedding dresses.

LANVIN

But if I had to choose my own special dress for the big day, it would have to be a fusion of lace and fantasy. Not as cutting edge as the previous masterpieces. 

I would look no further than Vivienne Westwood - shock horror, I know.

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD BRIDAL DRESSES

And if I were to choose accessories, Philip Treacy - hands down.

PHILIP TREACY GOLD "FLYAWAY BOW" S/S 11

In an ideal world, what designer would you wear on the big day?

xoxo