Extreme Wedding Dresses: Top 5 Bridal Trends

Ask any bride and she'll tell you, almost as important as finding the perfect man is unveiling the perfect dress to wear on the big day.  

Fashion insiders are calling 2012 a watershed year for bridal gown design, with more jaw-dropping looks available for brides-to-be to choose from than the bridal industry has seen in years

More at http://abcnews.go.com/US/extreme-wedding-dresses-top-bridal-trends/story?id=15491340

By Mary Pflum Feb. 10, 2012

Photo By Reem Acra

Shabby Chic weddings are IN!!

Your wedding will be beautifully understated, the perfect balance between classic and vintage.

http://hotpinkbrides.com/2012/03/21/burlap-chic-wedding/

March 21, 2012 in Hot Pink Inspiration by HotPinkBrides

Many brides go the traditional route when deciding on the traditional guest-book and matching pin. Although there is nothing wrong with going this route it can tend to be lackluster. The guestbook can be a home decoration long after the service is over, a memento of one of the most important days of your life. It should reflect that. Our friends at WeddingBee.com have put together a great compilation of more personalized wedding book ideas that we think will really inspire you.  http://www.weddingbee.com/2012/03/08/wedding-guest-book-ideas/

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Break out of traditional Spring themes

Spring may be the traditional season for weddings, but it doesn't mean your wedding has to be by the book. Read more: Spring Wedding Myths Busted!TheKnot.com - http://wedding.theknot.com/real-weddings/spring-weddings/articles/spring-wedding-myths-busted.aspx#ixzz1uIDovOoF

Wedding Favors That Will Make Your Day Perfect!

This site will help you find favors that will aww your guests! It has everything from edible favors to charitable wedding favors. Looking for themed or color favors this site http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-favors.aspx has it all.

 Favors for a blue themed wedding that will have your guest saying thank you.

 Example of an edible wedding favor that your guests will devour!!

 Making your own soda into the colors you want for your wedding is truly a unique favor for your guests!

 Charitable donations are great for the bride and groom who do not want gifts but would like the money to go to a good cause.

Tips for the Bridesmaid to Help the Bride's Big Day Great!

Not the maid of honor? No problem these tips might just help you be promoted. This site http://wedding.theknot.com/bridesmaids-mother-of-the-bride/bridesmaids/articles/10-ways-for-bridesmaids-to-help-out.aspx gives great tips about ways to help the bride before and during the wedding. So dive into this site and get started helping your bride.

Making Your Save-The-Dates Fun!

Tired of the normal save-the-dates? Want to make yours a little more original? This is the site for you http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/save-the-dates/articles/9-unique-save-the-date-ideas.aspx.
It has everything from comedic save-the-dates to funny video montages. These 9 save-the-date ideas will make your guests want to come to your wedding for sure!

8 Steps to Relax While Planning Your Big Day!

Weddings can be very stressful to plan. Here are 8 easy things to do to help you and your guy relax during wedding planning.  http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-problems/articles/8-easy-ways-to-prevent-wedding-stress.aspx It is all about the big day but don't forget to enjoy the experience of being engaged too!

Finding The Right Hairstyle For Your Big Day!!!

If you need help finding the right hairstyle this is the website for you ! This site has more than 200 different hairstyles ranging from updo's to half updo's to fit the style you are looking for to make your day complete.http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-beauty-tips.aspx

The Updo

 Down Hairstyle

Half Updo

What Grooms Need to Know to Make their Bride's Day Perfect!

This article tells the grooms all the basics http://wedding.theknot.com/groom-groomsmen/tips-for-grooms.aspx. From how to tie a bow tie to the best 10 groom tips. It also instructs the groom on how to plan an awesome rehearsal dinner for his bride and guests. Simple tips for being properly groomed for the big day.  Plus several different destinations for honeymoons that will  wow the bride to be.

Wedding Trends and Inspirations for the New Year!

I was searching the internet this morning and found this great article for all you brides to be! These are the hottest trends for 2012 from planners all over the world. Take a look and grab some of these ideas and inspirations to add to your 2012 wedding. Know some more that we didn't cover? Send us a message on Facebook or Tweet with us!

Planners Predict Hottest Trends for 2012

Source: Bridal Guide