Say "I Do" to Britain's Wedding Fashion Bonanza!

Part 1: Dresses

I have a hunch that pretty soon fascinators will will be the next big thing in the States - hats are back and now's the time to cock your statement piece (angles, ladies!) and work the aisle in style at the next nuptial you attend. Single ladies, single no more in these wedding day stunners; I'm not saying you have to "pull a Pippa" as the media has deemed stealing the show, but you can still look gorgeous even if you're not the blushing bride (or her bootylicious sister for that matter!) See below for a the new wedding guest attire crash course.

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Perfect for a summer wedding the eyelet details on this dress add just the right amount of whimsy while still remaining sophisticated. Britain's Own! Boden Broderie Dress, $130.00, www.bodenusa.com

The shimmery green color of this dress is eye catching in an alluring way while the pleats along the neckline and just-low-enough v-neck keep it current. Patra Sleeveless Portrait Collar Jewel Sheath Cocktail  Dress, $169.00, macys.com

Fiery Red is is subtly sexy, but the hemline keeps it A-okay for the big day as long as coverage is plentiful and the rest of the ensemble (hair, makeup, accessories) is kept to a minimum, plus this dress comes in 12 different colors for each taste and season!  J Crew Sinclair Dress in Silk Chiffon (Dusty Shale), $235.00, jcrew.com

This dress is the epitome of elegance; the simplistic appeal provides for more creativity with accessories while the trim and tailored silhouette allows the "wow!". Talbots Seasonless Wool Blend Sheath Dress, $159.00, talbots.com

Lilly never fails to deliver the perfect playful, colorful, fun and, fresh dress for every girl of every age group. The cut is fitted and traditional, but the detailed pattern work, gleeful and feminine color combination, and sashay-worthy skirt is just delightful for such a celebration. Lilly Pulitzer Eryn Dress, $198.00, lillypulitzer.com

xoxo,

AGM

More to look forward to...

Summer has continued to take me on numerous whirlwind adventures, including adventures across the pond! I have to say, English fashions never ceased to amaze me, and as I watched passerby in wonder I tried to string together a thoughprocess that would lead to the creation of some of the bzaar outfits I saw. While those older on the age spectrum dictated the proper and practical attire the English are known for, there was a sort of "youth in revolt" feeling amongst the hipster 20somethings roaming London's shopping hubs. Many of these sort of looks were quite impractical, some more provacative than others, and most generally channeled a revamped urban bohemian theme. On another note, my purpose for being in Great Britain was to celebrate the marriage of my dear cousin Kim to her med-school sweetheart Ben. England's wedding fashions are full of vibrancy and life, color splashes the pews as fascniators adorn female attendees. Later I will be posting a detailed synopsis of multiple new looks inspired by my trip. HOORAY FOR ANGLOMANIA FASHION!