One of the fun parts about a new year is learning about the latest wedding fashions. Considering that one-third of all proposals take place between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, there are a lot of women with an interest in what will be hot for 2012 wedding gowns! Find out what styles will be tops for 2012 wedding gowns.

A trend which started last year is lace. Kate Middleton inspired lacy wedding gowns are going to be huge for 2012. It is lovely for any season except the middle of summer. A variation on this trend is dresses with illusion necklines, with or without sleeves. Imagine a tulle or fine lace sleeveless neckline flowing into a classic silk gown. It imparts a classic royal style fit for a princess bride. Embrace the elegance of this classic style with either pearl bridal jewelry or sparkly cz drop earrings. A veil that cascades down the back is just the right accessory for this type of dress.

Going in a totally different direction, another great idea for a 2012 wedding dress is to wear a sexy bombshell gown. You will look like a 1950’s screen goddess in a form fitting dress that shows off your figure. A halter style would be ideal for the bombshell bride. Fabrics like drapy double faced satin, charmeuse, or silk crepe are ideal for this style. Add some glamor with red lipstick, an armload of sparkly crystal bridal jewelry bracelets, and a tiny birdcage veil. High heels will give you the right sashay when you glide down the aisle in your fabulous glam wedding dress. The groom will look dashing in a suit with a slim silhouette. A maribou stole would be a fabulous cover up over a slinky dress.

If you love fashion-forward and fun clothes, take a look at the new high-low wedding dresses that are coming in style for 2012 weddings. They are the perfect hybrid between the traditional long bridal gown and the short wedding dresses that have been popular lately. Instead of buying a seperate reception dress, why not pick out a wedding gown that goes the distance? A high-low hemline would be a great choice for a number of different wedding locations. Because it has a train, it can definitely work for a ceremony in a church. It would be fantastic for a beach wedding, especially for a barefoot bride. This special hemline also allows you to show off a hot pair of shoes!

Still not sure what to wear for your wedding? Romantic vintagey bridal gowns make a return appearance for 2012 brides. Imagine something soft and drapey that an enchanted woodland fairy might wear to get the vibe. Soft layered tulle or other sheer fabrics create an ethereal effect. Pale tea stained colors will make the dress look even more vintage. A dove gray suit on the groom would make a nice complement to the faded beauty of a romantic wedding gown. With so many fabulous options, every bride is sure to find her dream dress in the 2012 wedding gown collections!

Planning a beautiful wedding is a big job, but fortunately, no bride has to go it alone. There are many people, books, and websites out there which can help make the job more manageable. These are the most useful tools in helping to organize your dream wedding.

First of all, there are the wedding planning books. The complete wedding planning types of books are very practical references that you will turn to again and again. Planning books also address a variety of special subjects like stationery, decorations, wedding gowns and jewelry, and more. Pretty much any wedding topic you can think of will have a book written about it, whether you are interested in Jewish weddings, Celtic traditions, or even Southern weddings! Most brides need at least one solid soup-to-nuts wedding planning book, and from there, you can select some shorter books which are more about your specific interests.

The Internet is loaded with gorgeous and practical websites for brides. You can get electronic wedding planning books to download (called ebooks). Of great use are the sites that allow you to create a personalized wedding budget spreadsheet to keep track of your expenditures. And of course, there are a number of sites which show thousands of gorgeous photos of real weddings to inspire you. You will find websites geared towards offbeat brides, cake design, vintage inspired wedding, and pretty much anything else you can imagine. All of them are fun to peruse for inspiration. Organize all of your favorite websites, pictures, and so forth on a site like Delicious so you can access your wedding related bookmarks from anywhere. That will make it easy to find the picture of your favorite bouquet or dream wedding gown when you want to print them out to take to an appointment with the florist or the bridal salon.

While the Internet, books, and magazines are great, they are not a substitute for having conversations with real people. Keep in mind that your mom has probably planned a wedding or two, and she can probably answer your questions about making a seating chart, picking bouquet colors, and how to plan a bridesmaids’ luncheon. A recently married friend will be able to give you great insight about the small details you may have overlooked. Your consultant at the bridal salon will probably have the inside scoop about all of the best photographers in your area. Ask your venue’s wedding planner about the best photographers or cake bakers in town. The list goes on and on! Some brides also find that Internet chat rooms are a good place to get recommendations for local vendors.

Although a lot of brides turn first to the Internet to get answers to their wedding questions, remember that there are also some lovely bridal magazines available. Turn to them to see how the current wedding dresses look when beautifully styled. There are also bridal magazines made especially for specific regions (great for seeing what different venues people are using), and those which are all about wedding gowns and bridal jewelry. The wedding magazines are nicely arranged with seasonal info, which can make them very useful. One thing is for sure, with so many fantastic resources at your fingertips, you will be able to organize the wedding of your dreams!