2009 Spring Bridal Cool Cover-ups

Jackets, boleros, cardigans, capelets -- the designers were paying as much attention to the cover-up as the gown itself. Check out the structured satin-sleeved jackets, fur shrugs, and flowy beaded sheer capelets.

 

	<<<<< Strapless, lace gown with a matching jacket by Elizabeth Fillmore.
>>>>> Antique Duchesse satin, modified A-line gown with a pleated net and beaded bodice and a Duchesse satin bolero by Tara Keely.
	<<<<< Strapless, crepe back satin gown with a beaded bodice and a lace-lined coat accented with ostrich roses by Platinum for Priscilla of Boston.
>>>>> Strapless, polished silk tulle gown with an asymmetrically draped bodice and paired with a gathered tulle bolero embellished with pearls by Monique Lhuillier.
	<<<<< Duchesse satin gown with a sheer silk cape by Carmela Sutera.
>>>>> Strapless, A-line gown with ribbon at the midriff and a sheer shrug by Sassi Holford.
	<<<<< Silk satin and chiffon gown with sheer sleeves and a jeweled embellishment at the waist by Jenny Packham.
>>>>> Strapless gown with a modified trumpet skirt and an embroidered jacket by Monique Lhuillier.
	<<<<< Jackets are indeed a trend, but this avant-garde design from St. Pucchi makes for a one-of-a-kind couture cover-up. Fabric circles are tightly strung together to create a floppy, fashion-forward look. St. Pucchi
>>>>> Sheath with an Empire waist and a sheer, embroidered bolero by Mori Lee.

2009 Spring Bridal Bold Straps

Strapless gowns are taking a back seat. Whether it's tank straps, keyhole halters, beaded double straps, or off-the-shoulder looks, unique necklines are hot this season.

	<<<<< Silk taffeta ball gown with a sweetheart neckline by Jane Wang.
>>>>> A-line gown with beaded embellishments by Atelier Aimée.
	<<<<< Lace, modified A-line gown with an illusion corset bodice accented with jeweled ribbon by Pnina Tornai Exclusively for Kleinfeld.
>>>>> Blush, silk satin gown with an open back and an Alencon lace halter neckline over a draped, sweetheart neckline by Jim Hjelm.
	<<<<< Ivory, silk organza gown with an Alencon lace bodice, a softly scooped neckline, and delicate lace ruffle sleeves by Jim Hjelm.
>>>>> French ribbon lace gown with a trumpet skirt and a sheer neckline by Elizabeth Fillmore.
	<<<<< Mermaid-style gown with an organza layered bust and a jeweled neckline by Rivini.
>>>>> Point d'esprit, A-line gown with an Empire waist and a Watteau train by Christos.
	<<<<< Organza, A-line gown with a shirred bodice, tip-of-shoulder shirred straps, and beading at the waist by Christos.
>>>>> Ivory, cotton gown with Poiret rose lace accents and a beaded inset lined in platinum silk by Claire Pettibone.