This season, some of the major trends are mermaid silhouettes, bubble hems, sheer or illusion gowns and bow accents, from teeny-tiny to supersize. Every April and October, dress designers from around ...

"For a more dramatic look, many brides will lean towards the mermaid silhouette, which amplifies curves with an elongated bodice and creates an hourglass effect by flaring out mid-thigh or at the ...