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With the array of neutrals and pastels at the 2009 Golden Globes Awards, Hollywood has voted its colours of the year. However brights and blacks have been the staples of any Hollywood occasion and that’s not about to go away. Being the colour of mourning, black is discouraged for brides but brights have always been popular. How do you stand out from other brides then? Take a leaf from these ladies.

Eva Longoria works the carpet in Reem Acra

This could have been any other red gown but the scalloped neckline added interest to the dress. Unique details like this makes your wedding or evening gown different.

Miss Golden Globes in Reem Acra

Eggplant is definitely not a colour I see on brides. But why not try something different? It would make you stand out.

Anne Hathaway is resplendent in Armani Prive

Fair skinned ladies, take a leaf from Anne Hathaway. Glittering navy is classy and creates a beautiful contrast with your skin colour.

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Maggie Gyllenhaal in Lanvin

Maggie Gyllenhaal is a fashion risk taker and in this case, brides can learn something. Animal prints have a stereotype of being vulgar but Maggie shows us how prints can be elegant and forward, two words that you never hear in one statement.

Viola Davis

This is the perfect dress for curvy girls. Lines on the skirt elongate the legs and the sunburst ray neckline boosts the twins.

Kate Winslet in Yves Saint Laurent

Kate’s YSL dress could just be a simple tube dress but the overlapping neckline adds a point of interest. As do the diamond brooch on her belt. An elegant take on the tuxedo.

This is my final post on the Golden Globes gowns. I hope that with all the beautiful dresses we have singled out, they serve as an inspiration to you like they did for me. If you would like to share your wedding dress with us, drop us a note at theweddingmanual@gmail.com. Looking forward!