There are many options a bride has to make her wedding-day fashion dreams come true. Remember to keep an open mind whether you are planning a very traditional wedding or something new and unique to you. Today's brides are savvy, knowledgeable and independent. With those components, you can have almost anything. Below are some traditional wedding attire ideas that might help you.

The length of your gown depends upon the formality of your wedding ceremony and location.

• Street: Hemline just covers the knees. This is less formal and appropriate for all informal ceremonies.
• Tea: Hemline falls below the knee, but above the ankle. This length is less formal and is appropriate for a hotel, judge's chamber, or informal home wedding.
• Ballet: Just above the ankle. This length is less formal and is appropriate for garden and home weddings.
• Intermission: Hemline falls shorter in front (about mid-calf length) than in back (floor length).
• Floor: Hemline falls approximately 1 inch from the floor and may have a train in back. This is the most formal length.

The length of your train is directly proportionate to the degree of formality of your wedding, but a short train can be worn for formal ceremonies. If you select a train, make sure the gown has some type of bustle arrangement to allow you freedom of movement for the reception and dancing afterwards. It is important for you to like the appearance of the gown when it is bustled as well as when it is down. Always practice the bustle arrangement in the bridal salon to ensure that it will remain secure during your wedding day activities.

• Court: Above the ankle - extends one yard from the waist.
  
• Sweep: Barely sweeps the floor - extends about 6 inches on the floor.
  
• Chapel: Floor and extends 12-18 inches on the floor.
  
• Royal/Cathedral: Extends 1 yard or more on the floor.

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Veils are the sheer fabric that is designed to cover the hair and sometimes the face. It can incorporate a headband, flowers, hat, comb or bow. The veil can be left unfinished, trimmed in satin, lace or simply edged. The style and amount of ornamentation on your gown will dictate which veil and edging will look best. Many veils are designed in two pieces; a long veil attached with a comb and worn for the ceremony then removed to leave a shorter veil in place for the reception. Make sure it can be easily detached without messing your hairstyle. Once you have decided on a veil, it is a good idea to make a "dry-run" appointment with your hairstylist to pick the perfect hairdo.

• Birdcage: Short, chin length (opted for hats).
  
• Flyaway: A layered, shoulder-length style.
  
• Elbow: A layered, elbow-length style.
  
• Fingertip: Extends to brides fingertips.
  
• Extra-long Fingertip: Extends approximately 2-4 inches beyond fingertips.
  
• Waltz or Ballerina: Extends to just below the knee.
  
• Chapel: Extends beyond the gown 1-2 feet (formal).
  
• Cathedral: Extends 2 feet or more on the floor (the most formal).
  
• Mantilla: This is a round or shaped veil usually made of lace and worn without a headpiece.

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Beautiful and stylish alternatives to the veil are simply using hair jewelry such as a crystal or pearl comb, hair stick, tiara or headband. These are especially complementary to a heavily beaded gown or a very simple gown. This look is becoming more and more popular with beach, home and garden weddings where the wind can sometimes make it uncomfortable to have a veil blowing around.

Keep in mind that you should pick something that reflects who you are and that you feel awesome in - not what others think you should have. This is your day, so make the best of it.

Appointments are very important to allow you full attention and assistance.We are not the traditional couture salon.You will never be approached by a clipboard or made to fill out questionnaires.

You should come dressed comfortably. A bridal stylist will assist you with gown changes. Keep in mind that some of our gowns are heavily adorned, have built-in corsets or dozens of working buttons. Allow approximately 2 hours for your appointment. If you need more time, we will arrange for that. The experience of helping you select your gown is a privilege for us and we are prepared to be with you right up to your wedding day.

Don't worry - this is not a high-pressure salon. We are here to help, have a good time and laugh.

Bridesmaid dresses should coordinate with the formality of the bride's gown in design and length. Try to select a style that is flattering to a variety of figure types. If your bridesmaids are of a wide variety of heights and sizes, it is advisable to select a floor-length dress.

Bridal attendant headpieces should complement the bride's veil or headpiece. We have the ability to create pieces for the bridesmaids and mothers to match the bride.

Jr. Bridesmaids are young girls (12-16) who walk with the other bridesmaids. Their dress should be styled according to their youthful age, while matching the fabrics and colors of the other bridesmaids.

Flower girls precede the bride and should wear a fairy-tale or picture book dress that complements the bridesmaids' or bride's dresses. Her headpiece, if any, should be a flower circlet or flower clip.