Don’t you just love weddings? From the simple to the extravagant, I love looking at what people choose, and I’m addicted to “Don’t Tell The Bride”… I dread to think what my boyfriend would plan with an unlimited budget and no input from me! I’ve been researching what’s hot for weddings in 2010, and here are the top 8 new wedding trends…

1. Backyard Weddings

Whether it’s for the control or the money saving, backyard weddings are a huge right now. You can decorate however you want, choose your own alcohol, nothing is banned, and your guests will feel instantly more relaxed. It’s also perfect if you are planning to leave early for your honeymoon, as your parents or friends can clean up for you and theres no risk of it costing you a fortune!

2. Handmade

Handmade invitations have been a hit for brides on a budget for a few years, but this year handmade is going to a new level. From growing your own flowers to printing initials on wine glasses and even making your own wine, adding the personal touch to your wedding is hotter than ever. So buy those professionally designed and completely gorgeous wedding invites, and unleash your creativity on the food, the cake, the wine or the gifts.

3. Peacock

The peacock trend is gorgeous, and it’s set to be huge this year. From just taking the colours, the bright cobalt blue, deep emerald greens and flashes of silver, to peacock feather decorations and jewellery, there’s no doubt that when done right this is a glamorous and striking wedding theme. My favourite idea so far? Marrying in a nature reserve, with wild peacocks wandering about. The wedding pictures were divine!

4. Our Style

Photo Credit: Honey Pie!

More and more grooms are rebelling against the traditional suit look and allowing their personality to influence their outfit, from wearing Converse trainers to skinny jeans and bowler hats. I’ve even seen photos of a groom in his teams football strip! If you’ve always imagined him in a suit, give him some freedom with the small details, such as his tie and cufflinks, so his outfit is a little bit his.

5. Sentimental Value

This year, its not just ‘something old’ which has sentimental outfit, whole weddings are being planned and prepared around ‘preloved’ items. From wearing Mum’s wedding dress to using Nan and Grandad’s rings and marrying in the property that has been in the family the longest, everything is from a family member, and is packed with sentimental value. It also means you’ll save a fortune, and everyone will have a special attachment to your day. What a great idea!

6. Romantic Stylings

Photo Credit: Vibrant Photography

The new 2010 wedding styling mixes modern and traditional, using the very hot strapless top as a starting point. The designs incorporate lace, ruffles, and flowers, making gorgeous new versions of 70’s style dresses. The more extravagant styles feature knee high or shorter hemlines, racy low cut necklines and even bright colours! Pick a dress you love; after all, you only get to a be a Princess once!

7. Wedding Cake Upgrade

2010 wedding cakes aren’t the standard two or three tiers we are used too, oh no. This year, cakes measure between five and seven tiers, mixing different cake styles and being teamed with cupcake towers and a chic cocktail hour after the vows. If you do go for a high cake, make sure the cake is freezable to extend the time you have to eat it in, or distribute it between guests as they leave for a sweet treat!

8. Photography

Photo Credit: buradori

Wedding photography has been very similar for the last few years, but 2010 has given it a much needed shake up. The pictures are taken throughout the event, from engagement photo shoots to buying the dress and choosing the venue. Then the actual wedding pictures are mixed up a little, with some humorous pictures added, and pre-prepared scenarios which focus on your favourite details. My advice? Think about what you want, and show samples to different photographers. Look through their photos and have a think… you need to have complete confidence in them, so take your time in choosing!

I love these new trends! They give you the perfect way to make your wedding personalized while keeping it on trend, and the weddings I’ve already been too this year have been amazing! Take your time in planning and pick the elements you love from each trend. You’ll get a wedding that’s unique to you and you’ll love it. What do you think will be a big 2010 wedding trend? Please let me know!

It’s time to update your wardrobe for Spring and Summer, girls!   And this season there are so many hot trends emerging, you’ll have plenty to choose from!

Here are 8 Hottest Fashion Trends for Spring-Summer season according to fashion gurus from Elle, Vogue and InStyle.  And in between those fabulous pictures you’ll find my two cents on how to utilize these styles to turn into most fabulous fashionista on the planet!

1. Bold Belts …

Dressing up your outfit with a bright bold belt is one of the easiest ways to update your look.

If you wearing a black outfit, opt for a thick colorful belt that will instantly add character and style.

Or show your dangerous side wearing a belt with an animal pattern or a belt made of faux exotic skin!

Who said a belt should be made of leather or fabric? Try a more daring version of a belt with a soft dress, the contrast between the two will play up your whole outfit.  See how much more floating the silk in the pictures is?  It’s all about contrast …

2. Big Earrings, Bangles and Necklaces …

Bright jewelry is the best way to dress up any outfit. And this Spring-Summer season bold jewelry is as hot as ever!

Although, there is one rule of wearing it, which I’ve unfortunately learnt only after my fashion “faux-pas”.

Girls, no matter what your BFF say, there is such a thing as “TOO MUCH” when it comes to wearing bold pieces of jewelry. To play it right, wear 2 pieces (either earrings and bangles or bangles and rings or rings and necklace etc.) at a time and you will look positively fabulous!

Don’t you love these tribe-inspired earrings by Louis Vuitton? Now that’s what I call a statement piece!  I am sure there will be many look-alikes for a more reasonable price…

This season bangles are so hot, the more of them you wear at a time – the better!  And I am so in love with Lanvin bold bracelet made of gems… Didn’t they have something similar in H&M?

Necklaces are getting bolder and brighter as well. Worn over a dress or a T-shirt, a bold necklace will glam up your whole look.  AND a bold necklace can make you look slimmer – how fabulous is that?

3. White and Black …

Go classic this Spring, pick a black’n’white dress or mix your white items with black ones. Pick a white belt, black heels and black earrings, or look for a black and white necklace to complete the look.

If you’re going out after work, refresh the look with a fabulous black hair accessory featuring lace or feathers, and black lace gloves (these are so hot right now!).   And you’ll surely break some hearts that night!

Chanel featured so many gorgeous black’n’white looks for this Spring and Summer! Well, after all this is a classic combination and classic is always in style, right?

I go weak in the knees for these fabulous Chanel shoes on the left! That feather detail is precious … But there are more fabulous shoes to come, keep scrolling!

4. The Nude Hues …

At the other end of the scale, there’s the nude hues. The catwalk went mad for these Spring-Summer 2009, and as a result – there’s a huge range of nude colours on the rails!

Are you consider trying on something in nude? Don’t be disappointed if the first flick you put on makes you look washed out. All you need is to find the perfect hue for your skin – it might be a bit more pinkish, or grayish, just keep looking and you’ll find the hue that’s just perfect for you!

PS: I found that a slight tan helps a lot when it comes to nude colors. A good self-tanner could do the trick!

5. Colorful Bags …

6. Uber Short Shorts …

Do you have killer legs?  If so, this trend is for you!  Well, the shorts girls are sporting in the pictures are a bit too short, but you get the idea – the shorter the shorts you wear this Spring-Summer, the more stylish you look!  Just make sure your bootie stays covered ))

Dsquared2  panties/shorts look so fab!  If only we could take them from the runway into the streets…  But I guess my 80 year old neighbor will have a heart attack if she sees me in one of these )

Marni had a few of these uber-short shorts in their Spring-Summer 2009 collection, but I thought these were the cutest …

Are you ready to see more styles of uber-short shorts?

7. Cool Blazers …

My friend has made this look her trademark, by mixing her boyfriends blazers with her shorts, tops and gorgeous bright jewelry. But turns out mixing a cool blazer with a dress or a gown is also an ultra fabulous idea!

Steal her look, or make it your own by mixing and matching skinny jeans, capris or short shorts with big blazers for an ultra feminine look.

Want more fashion trends for Spring-Summer 2009?

8. Sassy Mini Dresses …

If you think uber shorts are a bit too much for the street wear, you can still show off your fabulous legs in sassy mini dresses which have been a huge hit this season!

Go for body hugging mini dresses in bright colors for a sexier vibe:

Or choose a cuter version that will show off your legs but will not over-accentuating all the curves.  I am personally in love with this black Balmain dress on the right – so cute, so chic, so sexy!

The Spring and Summer months are the best times to try out new looks, so bulk up your wardrobe now and try all of these looks at least once!  You never know, you might find a whole new style, girls …

Heard about other fabulous fashion trends for the hot season?  Please do share with me…

Spring is in the air and wedding season is in full bloom. And to help all you trendy brides with your gown picks for Spring and Summer here are 5 of the hottest styles for wedding dresses this year.

5. April Showers Bring May Flowers…

. And now we can find it on brides everywhere. The one shoulder wedding dress is very sexy and romantic. If you’re having a summer wedding keep this trend in mind. The gown on the left is from Romona Keveza and the gown on the right is from Atelier Aimee.

3. Romantic Ruffles…

If you are going for the full dramatic wedding gown look then ruffles are just what you need! They are very romantic and dreamy. You can find styles with a little drama or with lots of drama flowing with ruffles from your head all the way down to your toes. I wouldn’t mind trying on a few dresses with ruffles, this one from Oscar de la Renta is very beautiful.

It’s time to update your wardrobe for Spring and Summer, girls!   And this season there are so many hot trends emerging, you’ll have plenty to choose from!

Here are 7 Hottest Fashion Trends for Spring-Summer season according to fashion gurus from Elle, Vogue and InStyle.  And in between those fabulous pictures you’ll find my two cents on how to utilize these styles to turn into most fabulous fashionista on the planet!

1. Bold Belts …

Dressing up your outfit with a bright bold belt is one of the easiest ways to update your look.

If you wearing a black outfit, opt for a thick colorful belt that will instantly add character and style.

Or show your dangerous side wearing a belt with an animal pattern or a belt made of faux exotic skin!

Who said a belt should be made of leather or fabric? Try a more daring version of a belt with a soft dress, the contrast between the two will play up your whole outfit.  See how much more floating the silk in the pictures is?  It’s all about contrast …

2. Big Earrings, Bangles and Necklaces …

Bright jewelry is the best way to dress up any outfit. And this Spring-Summer season bold jewelry is as hot as ever!

Although, there is one rule of wearing it, which I’ve unfortunately learnt only after my fashion “faux-pas”.

Girls, no matter what your BFF say, there is such a thing as “TOO MUCH” when it comes to wearing bold pieces of jewelry. To play it right, wear 2 pieces (either earrings and bangles or bangles and rings or rings and necklace etc.) at a time and you will look positively fabulous!

Don’t you love these tribe-inspired earrings by Louis Vuitton? Now that’s what I call a statement piece!  I am sure there will be many look-alikes for a more reasonable price…

This season bangles are so hot, the more of them you wear at a time – the better!  And I am so in love with Lanvin bold bracelet made of gems… Didn’t they have something similar in H&M?

Necklaces are getting bolder and brighter as well. Worn over a dress or a T-shirt, a bold necklace will glam up your whole look.  AND a bold necklace can make you look slimmer – how fabulous is that?

3. White and Black …

Go classic this Spring, pick a black’n’white dress or mix your white items with black ones. Pick a white belt, black heels and black earrings, or look for a black and white necklace to complete the look.

If you’re going out after work, refresh the look with a fabulous black hair accessory featuring lace or feathers, and black lace gloves (these are so hot right now!).   And you’ll surely break some hearts that night!

Chanel featured so many gorgeous black’n’white looks for this Spring and Summer! Well, after all this is a classic combination and classic is always in style, right?

I go weak in the knees for these fabulous Chanel shoes on the left! That feather detail is precious … But there are more fabulous shoes to come, keep scrolling!

4. The Nude Hues …

At the other end of the scale, there’s the nude hues. The catwalk went mad for these Spring-Summer 2009, and as a result – there’s a huge range of nude colours on the rails!

Are you consider trying on something in nude? Don’t be disappointed if the first flick you put on makes you look washed out. All you need is to find the perfect hue for your skin – it might be a bit more pinkish, or grayish, just keep looking and you’ll find the hue that’s just perfect for you!

PS: I found that a slight tan helps a lot when it comes to nude colors. A good self-tanner could do the trick!

5. Colorful Bags …

6. Uber Short Shorts …

Do you have killer legs?  If so, this trend is for you!  Well, the shorts girls are sporting in the pictures are a bit too short, but you get the idea – the shorter the shorts you wear this Spring-Summer, the more stylish you look!  Just make sure your bootie stays covered ))

Dsquared2  panties/shorts look so fab!  If only we could take them from the runway into the streets…  But I guess my 80 year old neighbor will have a heart attack if she sees me in one of these )

Marni had a few of these uber-short shorts in their Spring-Summer 2009 collection, but I thought these were the cutest …

7. Cool Blazers …

My friend has made this look her trademark  , by mixing her boyfriends blazers with her shorts, tops and gorgeous bright jewelry. But turns out mixing a cool blazer with a dress or a gown is also an ultra fabulous idea!

Steal her look, or make it your own by mixing and matching skinny jeans, capris or short shorts with big blazers for an ultra feminine look.

So, are you now In-Trend?

Looking to experiment with new hair style trends in 2009? Your choices abound! There’s an absolute feast of looks to choose from. Update your hair style with one of these hot new hair style trends that dominate the hair scene this year.

1. The Bob …

Precision cut bobs are huge this year, coupled with smooth, sleek styling, a blunt fringe and heaps of shine. Your bob should be carefully crafted to accentuate your unique facial structure, or highlight a long, beautiful neck.

Bob hair styles range from ear level to shoulder skimming and are best for straight or slightly wavy hair.

Eva Longoria opted for a classic elegant bob.

And Reese Witherspoon’s went for a 50-s inspired wavy bob for the “Four Christmases” Movie Premier in LA.

And if you’re feeling a little more groovy… incorporate a mod feel into your bob, just like gorgeous Gwyneth Paltrow did!

BTW,bangs go great with bobs, but only opt for the bangs if it works with your facial structure.

And if you are still questioning this hair style, just remember that fashion icon and Vogue’s editor-in-chief Anna Wintour also wears a classic bob, and who knows fashion and style better than her! BTW, editors-in-chief of French and Russian Vogues also opted for this glamourous hair style!

2. Long and Wavy …

Long and wavy hair style is The Hair Style of 2009. Spring-Summer 09 fashion shows were full of tall stunners with gorgeous long wavy hair. And most importantly, this year the waves should look as natural as possible! Either with heavy layering, or some layers around the face, or even with the same lenght a-la-Demie-Moore style, the waves are rocking 2009.

Find a good hair stylist and listen to their ideas about styles and techniques that’ll work best on your hair, while complimenting your face.

Unexpected texture and length might differ and the angles can range from soft and gently sloping to an extreme plunge Along with the layers, asymmetrical bangs are hot, and whether they’re cut blunt or heavily textured, a sloping bang adds interest and can highlight your features nicely.

Models from Alessandro dell’Aqcua Spring-Summer 09 Fashion Show

Model Victoria Sasonkina at Anna Sui Srping-Summer 09 Fashion Show

Model Shannon Click at Anna Sui Srping-Summer 09 Fashion Show

Models from Diana von Furstenberg Spring-Summer 09 Fashion Show

You can part your hair on the side too, for a flirtier, sexier look …

Ukrainian model Maryna Linchuk at Gucci Spring-Summer 09 Fashion Show

Long wavy hair with multiple layers is a very popular trend among celebrities. Victoria Secret’s Trio: Alessandra Ambrosio, Adriana Lima, Gisele Bundchen and many other supermodels have opted for this gorgeous hair style.

Reality show personality Kim Kardashian, singers Shakira, Beyonce and Alicia Keys, the Olsen sisters, Mischa Barton, Lucy Liu, Amy Adams and so many many other celebrities went for waves with layers too…

And surprisingly, this hair style looks great yet different on all of them! Here are our favorites!

Victoria Secret Angels:

3. Classy Ponytails …

A Classy Ponytail was a major hair trend on Spring-Summer 2009 runways in New York, Paris and Milan.

Worn both high and low it looked absolutely stunning – it’s grace and elegance made it one of the hottest hair trends of this year.

Model from Badgeley Mischka Spring-Summer 09 fashion show

Models from Jil Sander’s Spring-Summer 09 fashion show

Coco Rocha for Versace Spring-Summer 09 fashion show

The trick with the Classy Ponytail is to have it done perfectly right. Do you think you can master this hair trend?

4. Straight Traces …

Do you prefer straight hair? Well, I have fantastic news for you: classic straight traces are very “IT” this year!

Parted in the middle, this hair style looks even more fabulous!

Models from Givenchy Spring-Summer 09 show

5. Over the Top Updos …

There is hardly a sexier hair style than an updo, that opens your neck and adds extra 5 inches to your height. Luckily this hair trend is one of the hottest hair trends of 2009.

Worn with a gorgeous gown, a suit or a pair of jeans, it will instantly add more style no matter what the occasion is. Just make sure your updo is really over the top, and looks like one of the hairstyles in the pictures below:

Model from Max Mara Spring-Summer 09 fashion show

Models from Oscar de la Renta Spring-Summer 09 fashion show

6. Color for Character …

Coco Rocha for Vogue

Hair color can have a dramatic effect on an otherwise plain hair style. Rich natural brown colors are ultra-hot this year. Deep tones of chocolate or red tones are a great compliment to a dark brown or black hair color.

Natural colors of blonde and natural red are big as well. Strategically placed highlights, lowlights, or panels can accentuate texture and add tons of character to your style. Compliment your features and skin tone, and add an edge to your haircut with some artful hair coloring.