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From risque sheer panels to embellished backs and vibrant colours, brides are truly putting their personal stamp on their wedding dresses this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cBridal fashion is changing to reflect what\u2019s happening in high fashion and what celebrities are wearing. Over the next couple of years, we\u2019ll see more funky brides putting their own twist on their dresses, rather than wearing traditional ivory gowns,\u201d explains Lyndel Foran, brand manager at bridal fashion brand, Jean Fox<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey are looking to make a statement in what they\u2019re wearing on their wedding day. Of course, princess ballgowns and lace will always be in, but people are bringing more of themselves into a gown. Brides are setting the trends these days, not us!\u201d<\/p>\n

Since Jean Fox<\/a> began in 1932 when Jean herself opened her first store, the brand has had its finger on the pulse of the latest bridal trends. It\u2019s now run by Jean\u2019s grandsons and has expanded to include other labels including Only You, Sylvia Rose and Purple Fox to cater for different brides\u2019 personalities and aesthetics.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love seeing the smile on a bride\u2019s face when she finds \u2018the dress\u2019 that she\u2019s going to marry the love of her life in,\u201d says Lyndel, who has worked at Jean Fox<\/a> for 15 years. \u201cI also enjoy seeing how shocked the bride can be when she tries a style she wouldn\u2019t normally choose but looks fabulous in.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here are six of the hottest trends in bridal fashion for\u00a0for 2016:<\/p>\n

Sexy sheer panels<\/h2>\n

Brides looking to flash some flesh<\/a> will love this trend, which was inspired by Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce, who all wore racy gowns with sheer cut-outs on the red carpet last year, says Lyndel.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s quite a sexy look and high splits up the leg are also becoming popular,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

As they say, if you\u2019ve got it, flaunt it.<\/p>\n

This bride’s got back<\/h2>\n

\u201cBrides realise that when they walk down the aisle and during the day, they\u2019ll often have their back turned to guests, so they love having some detail on their back or perhaps just a low bare back,\u201d explains Lyndel.<\/p>\n

Embellished backs may include beautiful beading or gorgeous lace work with a gorgeous sheer illusion panel. Again, it\u2019s another trend that has been inspired by the latest fashion in Hollywood.<\/p>\n

Lacy sleeves<\/h2>\n

Ever since the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton walked down the aisle in 2001, lace sleeves have been going strong for the past five or so years and they\u2019re not going anywhere soon.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s quite a vintage, boho look <\/a>– imagine getting married with a flower crown in your hair with no shoes in a slinky gown with lace sleeves. Just beautiful,\u201d says Lyndel.<\/p>\n

Of course, lace sleeves are also perfect for brides getting married in cooler months, too.<\/p>\n

Short and sweet<\/h2>\n

Retro styles with shorter skirts have been really popular lately and they\u2019re perfect if you want a vintage look or have a fabulous pair of shoes to show off!<\/p>\n

Want to take the 1950s look up a notch? Pair it with a gorgeous beehive or headband, suggests Lyndel.<\/p>\n

All the colours of the rainbow<\/h2>\n

\u201cBrides are no longer afraid of colour and are starting to think outside the box,\u201d explains Lyndel.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for something subtle, you might want to look at dresses in a sweet blush shade or champagne colour. Feeling a bit more brave? Try something in a vibrant red or purple. Another way to feature colour in your gown is to incorporate some coloured lace or embellishment on your gown, suggests Lyndel.<\/p>\n

The princess bride<\/h2>\n

Trends may come and go but full ballgown skirts, tulle and satin box pleats will never go out of style.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s perfect for those brides who want to be a princess and have been dreaming of their wedding for years,\u201d Lyndel says.<\/p>\n