As we’re all anticipating the new year, here are a few of the most popular wedding dress trends for 2012. Big ball gowns, ruffly ruffles, bare legs and shoulders…see what’s trending for bridal gowns for the year to come.

Show some leg! Sexy slits and short wedding dresses were among the popular gowns on the runway for 2012.

Monique Lhuillier

Ines Di Santo

Bare Shoulders: Off-the-shoulder necklines with tulle skirts create a romantic look.

Marchesa

Bejeweled bodices: Dazzling beaded tops accompany minimalist skirts.

Anna Maier - Ulla-Maija Couture

Anne Bowen

 Illusion necklines: Sheer bateau necklines continue with crystal and pearl appliques to give it a more glam look.

Ines Di Santo

Carolina Herrera

Ruffles, ruffles, and more ruffles: Fun flirty and flattering!

Pronovias

Kenneth Pool

Romantic and dainty cap sleeves.

Reem Acra

Jenny Packham

Full and dramatic ball gowns.

Maggie Sottero

St. Pucci

Peek-a-boo hemlines: High and low hemlines are fun, flirtatious and a great way to show off amazing wedding shoes!

Claire Pettibone

Oscar De La Renta

Oscar De La Renta

Cover-it-up capes: Graceful capes cover up shoulders.

Alfred Angelo

Ines Di Santo

Passion for purple: We’ve seen a lot of color on the runway for bridal gowns for 2012, blush pink and black among them, but purple seems to be a hot one for the coming season , be it for accents or gowns.

Rivini

Rivini

Among these pretty amazing trends were also lingerie inspired bustiers, large floral details, v-necklines, mini-skirt dresses, Chantilly and Alencon laces, light fabrics such as organza, taffeta and chiffon, and ornate and bejeweled belts.

More 2012 Wedding Gown Trends

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Flowers of all species are the latest in bridal fashion. Designers have taken a cue from mother nature and so we’re seeing blooms of all different sizes and shapes from small and simple rosettes to large and oversized blossoms.  Both bridal and bridesmaids gowns include applications such as as floral embroidery, appliques, and even floaral prints. The nature-inspred dresses are great for a Spring or Summer wedding, so consider implementing one of these details to your 2010 wedding dress.

Having a Spring wedding? Well, the Spring 2010 wedding season is only a few months away and with trends including some classic styles such as trumpets gowns and tulle skirts but also featuring organza ribbon embroidery and gold-leaf print embellishments.

While dress shopping, expect to see some of the following trends from your favorite designers:

One-Shoulder Draped Gowns
The one-shoulder gown is an elegant and sophisticated look for the modern bride looking for a non-traditional look for the 2010 spring wedding.

Tulle Skirts
Tulle, organza and chiffon are the leading materials for skirts for 2010 wedding dresses because they can create the ultimate fairytale-inspired look.

Organza Ribbon Embroidery
Strapless ballgowns covered in organza embroidery, lace and pearl accents are a good match for outdoor events for the spring 2010 wedding, and are a top pick for any bride looking for a princess-inspired look.

Gold Leaf Printed Skirts
Brides that want to add an exotic, magical twist to their wedding can opt for a gold-leaf printed skirt with a paisley or calligraphy-inspired design.

Glittering Belts
From sequin-covered sashes to jeweled belts, spring 2010 wedding season allows for a few glamorous accents. This year’s top trends include gleaming silver jewels, crystal accents and silver or gold sequins around the bodice and waist.

A-Line Skirts
Strapless gowns with lace bodices and A-line skirts are a leading trend for 2010 wedding dresses and work well with almost all body types.

Trumpet Gowns
Trumpet gowns are a fresh twist on the classic column dress or sheath, and the spring 2010 collection features several styles embellished with lace necklines, embroidery around the waist, and one-shoulder designs with ribbon and tulle accents.

Sources:
Associated Content
Brides.com
Instyleweddings.com
MarthaStewartWeddings.com