One (1) in Six (6) Couples Meet Online

In a recent survey,  the wedding report asked couples if they met online or not; if they did meet online, where did they meet. In their first question, “Did you meet your spouse-to-be online?” 16% (1 in 6) said yes they did, while 84% said no, they did not meet their spouse-to-be online.

Of those who did meet online, 1 in 10, the highest percentage (65%), met on an online dating site (searching a person’s profile). The next highest percentage, 1 in 50 or 14%, met on a social networking site (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, etc.).5%, or 1 in 125, of those who indicated they met online met in an online chat room. 3%, or 1 in 200 met though online gaming or in a virtual world. 1 in 313, or 2% indicated they met their soon-to-be-spouse in either through a personal/classified ad or on an online forum, bulletin board, or in an online community. Just 1%, or 1 in 625, met on a personal website/blog, or through direct contact via email or messaging. 6%, or 1 in 100 met their spouse-to-be online in a way not mentioned above.

Trend Alert: Low Back Gowns

Low or Transparent backs - Many brides want to show off their back, and designers have certainly delivered on this. The back of the dress is just as important as the front, designers have showcased this by creating very low backs that are either bare or have illusion lace over tulle.  As reported by Fox news

Trend Alert Belts and Sashes

   Bridal belts come in many fabric choices such as satin, taffeta and organza to add just the right look to any wedding gown.
  You can even add a splash of color in your sash and the color of choice this season seems to be blush pink.  
  Beading is very previlent and you will see both pearls stones and  bugle beading. Lace applicate adds quite another feeling giving your gown a more tradition even vintage look.  Flower belts are perfect for a more laid back romantic look. Do you have an antique broach add that to for a sentimental yet old world style.      
  The wonderful thing about a belt is that it allows you to add your personality to your wedding gown.  Enjoy!