INSPIRATION FROM BRIDES OVER THE DECADES

Recycling fashion from past decades is not a new thing. The bridal world is constantly being inspired by the trends from past centuries. Let's go back in time and admire and find inspiration from the different wedding gown styles from the past decades. 

1910

This decade was all about an empire silhouettes and natural waistlines. Gowns had long sleeves, veils, and trains. Elaborately detailed fabrics like silk, velvet, and chiffon were draped and embroidered or decorated with intricate beading. As a finishing touch brides added orange blossoms to their sashes. 
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1920

The roaring 20's is one of the funnest decades of fashion. A decade of  glitz, glamour, and liberation that the styles and trends embody. Silky and satin based gowns, dripping in beads feathers, and sequin. These wedding dresses were wildly elegant and free spirited with there elegant embroidery and fringe. 

1930

1930 wedding dresses were inspired by old Hollywood star glamour. Silky satin gowns in pastels, white, ivory, and jewel tones. They added to the style of dresses from the 1920's, making the gowns longer and adding a little sparkle and simplicity for a timeless classic look that is carried into today's modern fashion. The 30's were comfortable and fabulous. 

1940

The brides in the 40's were modest, feminine  and practical, because of the limited resources do to the war. Still brides were eternally stunning. Gowns were classic, either ivory or white and usually long sleeved. Fabrics were silk and lace. The dresses were simple and paired with a statement head piece creating a classic look.  

1950

The 50's were a time of manufacturing and cheaper materials. Now every bride could afford and have the dress of her dreams. Inspired by Hollywood, the trend was small wastes and full skirts. They were crazy for silk, satin, and shiny fabrics covered in  lace and accented with gold and silver thread. Looks were always toped off with a short veil and a matching pair of gloves.  

1960

The 1960's bride retained the trend of a tiny waste but hem lines were getting shorter and shorter. Think Cinderella at the ball. It was a time of celebration do to the end of the depression and the war. Brides paired their gowns with pill box hats, bouffants, or elaborate head bands. Towards the end of the 60's silhouettes started straightening out starting the trend that swept the 70's of the bohemian chic bride.   

1970

The 70's was a transitional period as well as a time to experiment. Gowns were made from more natural fabrics like cotton, silk, and chiffon. Dresses were all different lengths and were draped with lace or embroidery. 70's dresses have a very free spirited vibe, nothing fit too tight and it was sexy. It was all about being different and unique in a care free way. Brides wearing pant suits started in this decade. The new invention of fabrics and advances in manufacturing started bringing back the big ball room type of dresses in the last years of the 70's. 
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1980

To sum up the trends of the 1980's in one word would be BIG. Big hair, big sleeves, and big skirts. Everyone took inspiration from princess Diana's extravagant wedding dress. Cathedral trains, collard necks, beads, ruffles, frills, and lace all on one dress. It was the decade of the princess look. 

1990

The 90's left big behind in 80's for a more minimalist look. Tight and fitted silhouettes without  embellishments of lace and beads. Simple, more straightforward dresses were what was hot. The decade was all about combining glamour with American style. Understated chic was the popular look for brides.  

2000

Strapless gowns, pick up skirts, and sashes  were sweeping the wedding dress industry and every women wanted one for their special day. Veils were no longer the norm and neither were gloves. Women toped of there look with flowers in their hair or a tiara in on their head.  Lace and beading were beginning to make a comeback. Dresses influenced by boho chic and were all about the brides personal style.

2010

Modern brides are making a mark in the bridal world. It is all about pushing the limits, uniqueness, and curve hugging gowns. Gowns are covered in lace, crystals, and textured details, combined with capes and tiaras. Plunging neck lines and colors are the thing. Brides are daring to be different with their wedding day attire. It's all about empowering the woman and looking effortlessly flawless.