For the Elizabeth Bennet of today, the Empire line wedding dress is ideal.
But does it suit everyone, and is suitable for different climates or environments? Is it really such a good all rounder when it comes to a choice of style?

Whether you’re getting married in the country or the city, New York Bridal Shops will have the ideal dress for you, even if you want something a little old fashioned.

A popular style of dress in the Regency period, Empire Style or Empire line wedding dresses are still favoured today. They are one of the world’s miracles, as they fit and flatter pretty well every body type. And beautifully hid a multitude of sins!

The high waist of an Empire line wedding dress sits just below the bust; the flare of the skirt is subtle, with the fabric falling in a gentle line from underbust to floor.

Empire style dresses are romantic, and while they have a rather innocent look to them, they are also a flirtatious dress, boosting the bust line as they do. Think Elizabeth Bennet in the famous TV adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice – that’s empire line for you. And if such a dress style is handsome enough to tempt the eligible Mr Darcy then no self-respecting groom of today will be able to resist his bride in an Empire line wedding gown.

In terms of seasonal wear the Empire line dress is suitable for all weathers. It can be made up in the lightest of muslins or the heaviest of velvets. It also lends itself to accompanying wraps so for weddings that take place in uncertain weather, it’s perfect and the bride can keep her shoulders warm with an attractive accessory.

When you’re shopping for the perfect empire line dress in New York, you won’t lack choice. This style of dress, and adaptations of it, has been around for years. So if you’re looking to shop in the city, New York Bridal Shops will be able to help you find that perfect romantic Empire line dress New York City Bridal Shops.

1. Renee Zellweger
Although her marriage to country singer Kenney Chesney was short-lived, Renee Zellweger’s bamboo twill, ivory-colored, form fitting strapless wedding dress went down in history as one of the best celebrity wedding dresses ever. The wedding dress perfectly complimented their beach-themed wedding. Of course, it does help that Renee has a body to die for.

2. Sandra Bullock
Sandra Bullock looked absolutely stunning in her Angel Sanchez-designed strapless, antique white lace dress with ruffled bodice. Although her wedding was anything but conventional, Sandra was the very epitome of a blushing bride that day.

3. Melania Trump
You may have heard the rumors that Melania Knauss’ wedding dress designed by Christian Dior cost a whooping $100,00! The form-fitting, white strapless dress donned by the third “Mrs. Trump” is almost history-book worth, with its stunning design and 16-foot train that weighed 50 lbs. Imagine walking around in that. Oh well, you shouldn’t be surprised. Expect over the top – and nothing else – from a Trump.

4. Tori Spelling
The late Aaron Spelling’s beloved daughter, Tori Spelling, wore a form fitting wedding dress sprinkled with crystal beads. It was the perfect traditional wedding dress that every woman would surely envy. Of course, the middle-class bride should do away with all the crystals and look for some other substitute to sprinkle her dress with.

5. Britney Spears
Nearly everyone hated everything about Britney Spears and Kevin Federline wedding. The groom, most especially. It came as an awful surprise to the rest of the world. However, Britney’s gorgeous Monique Lhuiller wedding gown saved the occasion. Britney Spears wore a $26,000 wedding dress with a hand sewn train and cathedral length veil.

6. Demi Moore

Demi Moore did not look her age when she became Mr. Ashton Kutcher. Her floor-length gown by by Jeanne Lanvin was sheath-style, topped with jeweled shoulder straps. Her dress was simple, lovely and one of a kind. Just like Demi herself.

7. Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston’s now-defunct marriage to Brad Pitt was a wedding that stirred the media for weeks. No, it was not about the ceremony itself, it was all about the bride and her to-die-for wedding dress. Jennifer’s halter style, white tulle dress, adorned with tiny pearls was designed by Lawrence Steele. It was the perfect wedding dress to define a once-perfect marriage.

If you want to follow these celebrities wedding dresses, make sure to seek your designer’s aid in putting together fabric and materials that aren’t as costly as the real wedding dresses. You don’t need to splurge too much to get the look of a celeb on your wedding day.

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