Venus Bridals “created a vast array of styles, gathered into wonderfully diverse collections, each collection distinct from the others, so that the Bride may choose a gown which expresses her own individual beauty and unique personal charm.” Above, from the Angel and Tradition collection: Trumpet halter dress in Imperial satin with new tulle, features appliques dotted with pearls, beading at the empire and lace up back.
Their collections range from the sleek and sophisticated, to the young and fresh and even include fantastic options for the plus-sized and modest brides. Above: empire waist royal satin gown with an all over lace overlay featuring short puffed sleeves. Pretty, just like a Disney Princess!
Dress from the sleek and sophisticated Pallas Athena collection. Above: Pearl chiffon gown with ruched bodice featuring a layered skirt with a court length train. Below: Chiffon ruched bodice gown with spaghetti straps and gathered skirt, chapel length train.
V neckline gown with a ruched bodice and a sheath silhouette with a detachable chapel length train.
Venus Bridals also have a wonderful collection for plus-sized brides called Woman. This dress is just beautiful! Low back, V neck slim A line chiffon gown with ruched bodice and beaded straps
Saw a stylist on TV saying that halter neck dresses are flattering for fuller women because it highlight the shoulders and downplays everything else. This advise should come with a caveat -- bigger brides with very narrow shoulders should be cautious with this style, especially those without a defined waist, as can give an illusion of a exaggerated trapeze. Try other styles such as a strapless corset gown,one with a surplice neckline or clever ruching around the waist and bustline for a balanced hour-glass figure. This one's nice - halter chiffon gown with gathered waist and beaded applique.
They also have a collection of modest gowns for the modest bride. Mermaid gown has square neckline, beaded lace applique, petal sleeve, layers of organza ruffle at hem.
Check out the entire collection at their website.
