DREAM DRESSES & SWEET SKIRTS

You don't need to join a fashion design institute for that! Just give wings to your imagination and see what wonder it does! May be there's a long pending wish of your's to wear a beautiful evening dress of your favorite color having a particular pattern or a design. But the picture of your dream dress is very vague in your mind, isn't it? All you need to do as preparation is to give clear outline to your visionary dress- the type of dress (a gown, a cocktail or any other dress for the pretty girls, or a trendy vest or a tuxedo suit for you gentleman!), the color, the shape, the trims accessories any special craft work (appliqué or embroidery for that matter!) and that's it! As the last preparation you have to find someone who can sew your dress, in case you can't do it yourself- it can be anyone- a professional tailor or a dear friend of yours- remunerations of course will differ- may be a few dollars to the professional and a gift or dinner for your friend!

Start by reviewing designer gowns. Department store gowns are perfectly wonderful for some brides, but if you know you want something truly exquisite, or something you are not likely to see on other brides that season, look for a designer gown. If you want a better fit or a richer fabric, seek out a designer gown.

Before you make the final decision on that wedding gown of your dreams, consider the following first rate brands and some of their most gorgeous offerings. Whether you're getting ready for the big day in earnest or you're simply in the mood for perusing beautiful wedding gowns for fun,

One Shoulder Ball Gowns 

There are plenty of strappy and strapless wedding dresses out there, but you rarely see any single-strap styles. Platinum offers a dress with a strap that stretches over the left shoulder. The strap attaches at the hand draped bodice with an eye-catching jeweled brooch.

Above-the-knee Hemlines

If your goal is to make all of your female wedding guests flush and your male guests gawk, just show off your legs with an above-the-knee skirt. The Strapless Silk Radzimir Dress has a hem that stops about two inches short of the knee. The tulip skirt shows off numerous Venice Lace floral appliqués which nicely complement the corset seamed bodice.

Jackets
This is even more daring than a short hemline dress! Melissa Sweet's Jake style incorporates a taffeta ¾ sleeve jacket with a mid-thigh, "mini-skirt" hemline. The outfit boasts a crew neckline and a checkered pattern which is heavily embroidered.

Lavender Colored 

Almost every wedding dress ever made is white, off-white, eggshell, or some other shade of the white-hued family. But Platinum offers a Silk Satin Fit to Flare Strapless Gown which is available in lavender. This dress also comes with a full-pleated train and a jewel-encrusted hip and bust line.

Cotton Lace Overlay 

While most dresses are basic silk, satin, or tulle, some are nestled underneath an overlay of cotton lace to create a more textured appearance. Melissa Sweet's Hallie style dress features a silk charmeuse strapless gown underneath a sheer French lace overlay. It's accented by woven ribbon detail over the hem and bodice as well as a sweep inset train.

Swirled Skirt 

When you think of the bottom of a wedding dress, you envision long, clean lines of fabric. But a swirled skirt can break up the monotony of an ordinary fabric dress. The Strapless Silk Shantung Mikado Fit to Flare Gown by Platinum is offset beautifully with a skirt that is swirled with organza and tulle.

Ultra-Slim Gown 

While slim wedding gowns do not flare outward around the legs, ultra-slim gowns practically cling to the legs. Such is the case with Vineyard's Tatum style Guipure Lace Slim Gown, which portrays the illusion of pants as the bride walks down the aisle. The dress also comes with slit detail, a large waistband, and a bow at the back.

Scarf Accessory 

While this isn't part of the wedding dress itself, a scarf accessory can have a substantial impact on the entire nuptial ensemble. For instance, a white silk scarf perfectly complements Platinum's Silk Crepe Georgette Strapless Slim Gown and its scoop neckline. The scarf covers only the front of the neck and the top of one shoulder; it hangs down over the back of the dress and is tied in a bow at the center of the back.

Flounced Halter Neckline 

Standard halter wedding dresses are not all that unusual, but a flounced halter leaves no doubt as to whom the center of attention is at the event. This style is displayed in Vineyard's Elke Organza Fit to Flare Gown. The flounced halter neckline contrasts nicely with the dress's open back.

Pockets
On a wedding dress? Really. They're perfect for a bride who wants to carry something old, new, borrowed, and/or blue down the aisle with her; and also come in handy during the "dollar dance" at the wedding reception. There are hidden pockets in the Silk Double Faced Satin Strapless Ball Gown by Platinum. The dress also features a large front skirt appliqué, elaborate beading, and a silk satin belt.

Most little girls look forward to their wedding day - to the day when their father will walk them down the aisle and beam as they lead them to meet their husband. Most girls dream of the dress they'll wear on this special night, and up until their wedding day, they don't have any other moment that comes close in importance.

Except, of course, the moment of the prom. The prom, which is a long standing tradition across the United States, is the one other night that a girl can dress up and feel like a true princess - the one night where you can be sure all the boys will be looking at you, the one night where you can dress up without feeling silly. It's one of the most important nights of your high school career - and let's face it, most fashionistas take it quite seriously.

That being said, the hunt for the perfect prom dress can be long and arduous. How do you find a dress that stands out? The last thing any girl wants is to walk into the party and see someone else wearing her dress. How do you find a dress that's comfortable and that allows you to dance the night away? This article is here to help. We'll highlight some of this year's best options for fashion forward prom dresses that let you dance the night away.

Strapless Taffeta Ball Gown with Beaded Bodice

This incredible ball grown will have that special young lady looking like a beautiful princess from days of yore. Add a sparkling tiara and a fanciful necklace to add to the regal presence of this luxurious dress.

It has a strapless bodice that features a delightful detail of metallic lace. The back of this dress laces up as well, to give it another extraordinary effect. The empire waist of the gown comes in a figure-flattering inverted "V" design that helps to create a striking look and appeal.

The lower portion of the dress looks full and incredible with pick up details all over. You can find this phenomenal gown in color options of Apple, Horizon, Malibu, Regency, Sunbeam, Watermelon or White. It is also available in petite sizes from 0P through 16P.

Strapless Tulle Ball Gown with Beaded Satin Bodice

Want to really pay homage to your Latin roots? Or do you just like the look and feel of a spicy south of the border style? This incredible ball gown is perfect for senoritas of all backgrounds.

It has a strapless bodice made of satin, so the shoulders and neckline of the wearer can shine. The dress has intricate beading details all over the upper part to sparkle and shimmer in the sun.

Flowing down, the full tulle skirt of this dress adds extra dashes of femininity and romance. It is sure to swing majestically whether by force of the wind or your sweeping dance moves. The dress comes in color options of Apple, Horizon, Malibu, Regency, Sunbeam, Watermelon or White.

Satin A-line with Beaded Lace and Tiered Skirt

Throw a colorful flower in your hair and get ready to dazzle all onlookers in this incredibly festive and flirtatious dress. It has an absolutely beautiful tiered skirt that is as hip today as it was over a hundred years ago in old Mexico.

The bodice of the dress is strapless and has fanciful beaded lace detail flowing across. The sides of the dress drape down to create an A-line silhouette that flatters just about every figure. You can look for this dress in the colors Apple, Horizon, Malibu, Regency, Sunbeam, Watermelon or White.

Tulle Over Satin Gown with Metallic Embroidery

When Cinderella had her legendary makeover, she turned from a poor girl from the village into a beautiful woman who won the love of a handsome prince. This dress is so intricate and lovely that even a fairy godmother couldn't dream up something so fantastic.

The bodice is strapless to give the upper portion of the dress a delicate and streamlined look. The entirety of the gown from bust to skirt features intricate and elegant metallic embroidery with beads bustling about to add to the allure.

The waist of this dress is designed in a Basque fashion to create an A-line silhouette that highlights your curves while still slimming your body. This dress fit for a princess can be found in the colors of Apple, Horizon, Malibu, Regency, Sunbeam, Watermelon or White.

Strapless Tulle Ball Gown with Satin Bodice

While the Quinceanera represents a step toward womanhood, the next journey for a young girl will be the day that she gets married. This gown comes in one color option: White, mimicking the look of the day that the young woman takes her next step towards becoming an adult.

It has a strapless bodice that has beaded metallic embroidery in an intricate fashion all over. The ball gown skirt has full tulle rustling about and has embroidery that complements the bodice. The silhouette of this gown is figure-flattering to look fabulous on young women of all shapes and sizes.