Carolina Herrera Spring/Summer 2011 Bridal Collection

Carolina Herrera’s Spring/Summer 2011 Bridal Collection is tailor-made for the bride looking for vintage beauty and distinctive style.  Carolina Herrera wedding gowns are known for their daring yet understated designs, and this collection won’t disappoint fans of her unique styles.

Famously creative women in history such as Georgia O’Keefe, Grace Kelly, Lena Horne, Frida Kahlo, and Edith Piaf were the inspiration for this unique collection of beautiful wedding gowns. Just hearing the names of these exceptional female artists evokes feelings of creativity, drama, and romance, and their essence is definitely captured in Carolina Herrera’s latest bridal  designs.

The soft florals and exquisite lace, taffeta and tulle on the gowns give each a romantic and vintage look. Some feature cascading trains and dramatic chapeaus, and all are grand in style and elegance.

While many dresses are in traditional white, some feature softly hued printed florals, while others have bold touches of colored lace and embroidery.

The silhouettes range from classically fitted mermaids to expertly draped full skirts to a very pretty two-tiered ballgown. In less expert hands, these creatively styled gowns might appear costume-y, but given Carolina Herrera’s instinctive touch, there is only one word to describe them: magnificent.

One truly exquisite standout is “Elisabeth”, named for the eighteenth century painter Elisabeth Vigee-le Brun. This silk strapless floral pastel gown with back pleats and a bustle was paired with a gorgeous wide brimmed, feathered hat. With or without the hat, this dress has a serious wow factor!

Read more about Carolina Herrera’s Spring 2011 Wedding Dress designs at http://www.carolinaherrera.com