Whether you’re planning a chic and sophisticated celebration or a fun-filled day  with  touches  of  the 1950s, we’ve got some dream wedding dresses to inspire you! 

Fairytales and butterflies 

A classic wedding theme, full of romance, fairytales and butterflies is the perfect choice if you’re a 

princess bride. Girly without being infantile, this theme is all about making your childhood dreams come true. 

Think back to the wedding dresses you  used to draw as a little girl – they’ll probably have large A-line skirts, tight figure-hugging bodices and be covered in sparkly details.  These dresses aren’t just the stuff of dreams – they actually exist in real life! So, Cinderella, you shall go to the ball. 

Look  for  wedding  dresses  by  top  designers  like Ian  Stuart,  Hollywood  Dreams  and  Ronald Joyce.  Put fabrics  like  tulle  and  duchess  satin  on  your  shopping  list.  Layers  of  tulle  will  give you  a  dreamy,  light-than-air look while duchess satin looks and feels expensive with its heavy weight and soft, subtle sheen. 

Fun-filled 1950s 

Young, fun and full of love, a 1950s wedding theme means you can rock a short, sweet style of wedding dress. Take Grease as your inspiration. 

If you love your legs, this is a great dress to go for as the tea-length style, sitting just below the knee, 

will show off your best assets. Trudy Lee, Ellis Bridals and Kitty and Dulcie are masters at creating this flirty look. Give your dress a more personal look by  adding sleeves,  boleros  or – our  favourite finishing touch – a  coloured  underskirt.  Look  for  dresses  made from  organza – these  will  give you  the  bouncy, cloud-like look you’re looking for. 

1920s chic 

A 1920s wedding theme opens up a world of chic and sophisticated wedding dresses for you to try. If you want  to  pull  off  a Downton  Abbey  wedding  look,  your  dress  has  to  be  satin  or  lace,  it has  to  be  floor sweeping  and  it  has  to  be  embellished  with  crystals  and  pearls.  Jenny Packham  is  the  queen  of  this dreamy style but for more budget-friendly options try Sottero and Midgley, Enzoani and Justin Alexander. 

Beside the Seaside 

Whether you’re planning a coastal wedding in the UK or you’re jetting off for a wedding abroad, a Beside the Seaside theme requires a lightweight gown that can be easily lifted over the sand. 

Chiffon  styles  are  perfect  for  hot  climates  as  they  give  you  a  bridal  look  without  being  too heavy  and claustrophobic.  Get  the  Grecian  look  in  an  instant  by  adding  a  one-shoulder  strap and  sparkly  details under the bust. In fact, empire lines that fall from under the bust are very flattering if you’re pregnant or you want to hide your tummy. 

Look for dedicated, budget-friendly dress collections for weddings abroad from Mark Lesley, Mori Lee and Dessy and sort your seaside look in an instant. 

Hollywood glamour 

A glamorous Hollywood theme will usually have a black and white colour scheme so your groom should be dresses in a classic tux. 

For  you, only  a  slinky,  fishtail  gown  will  do,  making  the  most  of  your  fabulous  curves. Look for  gowns made of shimmering satin with sweetheart necklines or a deep V-neck. 

Your perfect finishing touch would be a waist-cinching belt with a diamanté detail at its centre. Maggie Sottero,  Sincerity,  and  Alexia  all  have  fabulous  figure-hugging  styles  that  will  match this  theme  to perfection. 

Source : Wedding Ideas Magazine, 23rd April 2012