This summer was a hot one and we’re still waiting for those temperatures to cool down. But even with highs in the 90s, there are still options for comfortable elegance. Our bridesmaid dress style 3911 is a classy full-length, halter in chiffon that is light and luxurious, perfect for an outdoor event. And even if those cool autumn nights make their way to the dance floor, style 3911 comes with a matching shawl to keep you covered. The same dress is also available in tea length as bridesmaid dress style 3912 if you want to mix things up a bit.

The colors of fall are a perfect complement to bridesmaid dresses. Gone are the greens and blues of summer. The changing of the leaves into robust golds and reds provides a gorgeous opportunity for wedding day photos. To make choosing the right bridesmaid dress color even easier, we’ve added a new feature to the Dress Code Formal website. Simply choose a color and you will see every dress available in that color. It couldn’t be easier!

You can’t go wrong with glam, no matter what the season! Our bridesmaid dress style 4932 will have you looking like a Hollywood diva at a fraction of the price. This sophisticated chiffon dress has a lot going for it. The fabric is light and comfortable while the draped sleeves will keep you warm at night and the tasteful beading has an understated flair that perfectly accents the a-line bodice.

This is one of those perfect examples of a formal event dress that never seems to go out of style. The baby doll evening gown was popularized in the 1950s by American actress Carroll Baker. Over the years, the style evolved from sleepwear to a more special occasion dress but it never truly went out of style. It is now considered one of the most long-lasting American style dresses of all time.

One look at our bridesmaids dress 4907 sums up the spirit of the design. The flowing organza ruffles of the short-but-not-too-short skirt accentuate the breezy movement of the dress. On a crowded dance floor, this numbers is set to impress. Couple that with the demure cut of the sweetheart neckline and you’ve got the best of both worlds for any cocktail party: playful and flirty while at the same time elegant and striking. And to top it all off, just the right amount of rhinestone embellishment adds a discreet flair that inspires individuality. Not too over-the-top for a bridal party and unique enough for a prom dresses procession.

One of the reasons that the baby doll has endured for so long is the fact that it is so versatile. It is a special occasion dress that can be worn with confidence to just about formal event. With 4907, we have kept the classy feel of the style and updated it for a look that is modern, fun and sexy.

On Monday night at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas, Miss Mexico Jimena Navarrete was crowned Miss Universe, beating out 88 contestants including the recently crowned Miss USA Rima Faikh and the favorite going into the pageant, Miss Philippines Venus Raj. She replaces  Miss Universe 2009 Stefania Fernandez of Venezuela. Miss Navarrete looked absolutely stunning in this asymmetrical one-shoulder gown with beaded applique and a modified sweetheart neckline. With such a gorgeous dress, it’s no wonder she placed first in the evening gown competition. The long, sleek lines of the full length A-line skirt evoke a simple elegance that flatters the form and would be sure to turn heads at any formal affair. Congratulations, Miss Universe!

Of course, you don’t have to be a pageant contestant to own a similar look.  Our bridesmaid dress style 4931 is perfect for a glamorous evening about town or a sophisticated wedding ceremony. This smart, classy special occasion dress has all of the flash of an A-list runway event at a fraction of the beauty queen budget.

The Bridesmaids wore their gowns in Chocolate brown, accented with shades of magenta that matched the dapper groomsmen. All of the girls looked fabulous and comfortable in their gowns.

Thanks again for sharing these wonderful images with us! We encourage all of our DCF customers to please e-mail us photos from their big day! We will proudly post features of your gorgeous Bridal Parties as well!

Below we have all the Hottest Fall 2010 trends that will keep you looking super stylish this coming season.

Military Fashion – Don’t throw away that army green just yet! The military trend continues into the Fall and is stronger than ever.

Lingerie worn on the outside – Show off your feminine side by wearing your favorite corset out in public. Lace and soft, sexy fabrics are showing up everywhere; including evening dresses and bridesmaids dresses!

Leather clothing – It’s not just for tough girls anymore! Wear it paired with some sexy lace! Leggings, shorts or dresses; just a few hot leather items!

Buttoned up collars – A tailored, sleek look is what you are in need of! Whether it be a soft, sheer blouse or a tailored shirt; wear it buttoned up! No messy, open shirts this Fall.

Cut Out Clothing – Peek-a-boo trends continue into the Fall with cutout designs and detailing. Choose your cutouts wisely, leaving some guesswork to the imagination, of course.

Knee high Socks – Show off those legs with over the knee socks in different fabric, colors and don’t be afraid to layer!

Velvet – This luxurious fabric is back this Fall from everything to pants and accessories. Quality is key and the color pallette should be rich to be able to pull off this trend!

Capes – This Fall, the cape trend returns in full bloom. It is the most elegant of Fashion trends for this season and can be worn over anything!

So, now that you have your 2010 Fall trend lesson, it is time to get shopping ladies! Clean out your closets of the old and step into the hottest new trends! Happy Shopping!

Parker donned a purple and pink printed gown designed by the house’s new designer, Sarah Burton. Her gown was gorgeous and quite the perfect Formal Dress. The color was also compelling and perfect for complementing a Bridesmaid dress. She spoke about the great accomplishments, contributions and creativity that McQueen brought to the world of Fashion. After her heartfelt dedication to the designer, a parade of models presented heavily embroidered, dramatic styles that represented McQueen’s final collection for the Fall season.

Top honors of the night, however, was awarded to Marc Jacobs! He took home the big prize as the top talent in womenswear. Congratulations!

Anna Wintour presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Michael Kors, who also received the evenings’ only standing ovation. Kors had brought Gwyneth Paltrow as his date, wore a one shoulder beaded gown. Kors comments that he was “blown away” by this honor and said to himself “I’m just a kid. How did this happen?”

Congratulations to all the well deserved winners of the evening!

Rima Fakih moved to the United States in 1993 with her family. She attended a Catholic school in New York before moving with her family to Michigan in 2003.

“We’re very proud as Lebanese Americans and as Lebanese that Rima reached this point despite all the pressures and stereotyping about Arabs and Lebanese. She made it. She fought and reached her goal,” her sister said.

Fakih takes over the role of former winner, Miss USA 2009 Kristen Dalton. She will represent Miss USA in the 2010 Miss Universe pageant to be held this summer. In addition to her win, she receives a one year lease in a NY apartment with living expenses, a salary and various health and beauty services.

Rima wore a beautiful form fitting evening gown, as shown below. This flattering silhouette can certainly be worn from Bridesmaid dresses to a special event gown such as a Prom dress. She looked beautiful!

Congratulations!

Bridesmaid dresses are incredibly difficult to choose and may leave some Brides and Maids feeling super stressed. Just follow these few easy tips to keep everyone happy on that special day!

1. Take into consideration, the skin tone and hair color of your bridal party. Many pale, pastel colors can wash out your girls, unless they are dark toned. A bridal party is usually very diverse, so this may be a hard rule to follow. You can never go wrong with deep, rich shades. Wine, navy, plum are all great choices.  Style # 3911 from Dress Code Formal is the perfect shade to complement any skin tone.

Bridesmaid dresses - style #3911

2. Overall Size and body type of your Bridal party matters. Not every woman is made the same, therefore they will not all look great in a super tight mermaid gown with strapless bodice. Consider the best look for your girls. If you have a few busty girls, stay away from the strapless gowns. Maybe try a halter dress for these girls. You can never go wrong with a soft silhouette, A-line gown. Remember, you are not wearing the dress, so pick something that will make your girls look fabulous!

3. Finally, just keep it understated. Less is more…great words to live by! Stay away from the very gaudy, frilly dresses that will just draw all kinds of wrong attention to your girls! A simple, elegant dress in the right shade will have your bridal party looking sophisticated and happy. They will actually be able to wear their dresses again!!

Finding the perfect Bridesmaid dress does not have to be painful. In fact, it should be a joy for all parties involved. So stick to our suggestions and you will all be happy in the end!

After some fine tuning, fabric selection and production, the dress that Katherine designed was brought to life! At Dress Code Formal we strive to manufacture our garments in the highest quality that we can offer.

We are proud to share the dress that Katherine designed!!

It is a gorgeous design that is elegant and incredibly creative with beautiful beadwork and detailing. We are happy to be able to bring Katherine’s vision and dream to life for her.

If you have an idea for the dress of your dreams, please visit our website to enter the next edition of our Dream Dress Contest! You just might be the next lucky designer to have their dress made into reality!!

This year, however, you can look both stylish and newsworthy with these Top Trendy Costumes!

Michael Jackson. Specifically from Thriller with his trademark jacket

Kate Gosselin. From the famous “Jon and Kate plus eight”. The couple have been in the news with their very public separation.

Twilight. Welcoming a new generation of blood sucking Vampires

Octomom. She has been made famous with her octuplet births

Lady Gaga. She is always experimenting with incredibly edgy designs

Obama. Our President and first family

Swine Flu. This Halloween takes a playful spin on a serious health issue

There is a huge selection to choose from this year! So get your costumes now. Better yet, be creative and make your own! It’s recession proof.

Have a Spooky and Safe Halloween and be Stylish!!