Black-Out

Brides have been wearing white for a long time. But who exactly determined white would be the only color for wedding gowns? Some women feel uncomfortable in white. Remember the movie, My Big Fat Greek Wedding? When the bride looked at herself in the mirror she declared that she looked like a snow beast. In the last few years, we've noticed a trend in wedding gown designers adding touches of color to their designs. Yet, one color we never saw was black. That is, until now.

It is a common known fact that European fashions are typically ahead of U.S. fashions, and the styles we see on French and Italian runways are good indications of what we'll see in U.S. fashion and bridal magazines shortly thereafter. One common trend we are noticing is how European designers are integrating black and white together to make truly fabulous and yet ultra feminine gowns.

Below are some samples from Max Chaoul. If you are not familiar with this French designer, we urge you to get acquainted. His designs are incredibly inspired and different from what you'll typically see, but they are also romantic and whimsical.


Below is another example of an all black gown by French designer Creations Bochet.

Finally, French designer Cymbeline offers gowns with black accents from the most dramatic to the most subtle.



How do you feel about this new trend? Would you consider wearing a black wedding dress? Weigh in below.