old style attire is in vogue by nancy hoskin traditional bridal fashions are back for 87 with satin dresses and long trains dominating the styles white dresses are still popular among brides explained chris berry manager of the wedding room in stouffville but some girls just cant wear white ivory has been taking the color lead for the past several seasons gowns are also available in col or combinations including pink and white and blue and white satin is the highest selling fab ric this year with taffeta chiffon organza which looks like chiffon but is stiffer and lustre organza which has a sheen following its lead when imported gowns from hong kong were introduced last year salons didnt realize how well they would be received and now have a hard time keeping them stocked these imports are handbeaded with extensive cut work and appli que on skirts and trains gowns have lower backs and very long trains manufacturers in toronto are supplying dress salons with a wide variety of styles for a bride to choose from according to mrs berry many bridal fashions for 87 are made with full skirts ruffles are in both on the trains and along the bodice of the dress short sleeves are in style as are puffy sleeves with lace applique for girls who dont want their arms showing a detachable sleeve can be made explained mrs berry mermaid dresses are making their debut this year these tight fitting gowns usually purchased without a train suit the thin and tall bridetobe bridal accessories hats which have fallen out of favor during the last few years are being replaced by hair pieces with veils small caps and head bands including wreaths and bands that are beaded gloves remain a brides choice and satin pumps remain favored footwear attendants cocktail length dresses in bright colors including hot pink weekender febroary28- 1987 ulaaer mens shop r mens shop presents traditional bridal styles have been making an appearance on the wedding scene of late for everyone from brides to proud parents here a model bride and attendant display theirs at a recent bridal show at richmond hills parkway sheraton sjoerd witteveen red royal blue teal and emerald are filling racks in bridal salons bright colors are in this year but dont forget the soft pinks and peaches which remain popular mrs berry said bridesmaids are choosing dres ses that arent just for the one occasion but can be worn again the favorite fabric is satin suits are gaining in popularity this season consisting of a dress with spaghetti straps and a jacket girls are completing the look with hats headbands and hair combs along with shoes dyed to match their dress bridesmaids outfits are supposed to comple ment bridal attire and dont forget the second- timearound brides who are pur chasing traditional wedding dres ses this year especially if they never wore one for their first cere mony suits are also popular along with cocktail length dresses in white ivory and soft pastel shades mothers of the bride are also purchasing cocktail length dres ses in bright colors with chiffon being chosen most often dresses with draped lower backs and full skirts are stylish along with tunic dresses which dont have tailored waist lines this style is becoming for the full figure woman hairpieces flowered combs matching purses and shoes com plete a mothers outfit for her daughters special day tie two too is the personalized attention we give to every detail of your wedding wfe make it easy for you to take care of all the little details that make a wedding so special just walk through our doors and find everything you need over eighteen years of experience has taught us to allow you to browse in a relaxed unhurried atmosphere call and arrange an appointment to view our exciting collection of bridal attire for the bride bridemaids and mothers also a full line of bridal accessories vfc promise that every member of your bridal party will sense that special touch they will find only at hwy 48 7 matkham 2944054 tuesday 930- saturday 530 evenings by appt i v bridal dress salons inc jm rt j j a 9 j j w i mmtmmmmi iiirrrriiiiiwn the villager mens shop is proud to carry the complete line of syd silver formals gentlemen let us assist you with a smart look for your wedding day look your best in a classic tuxedo from the 1987 collection hours mon closed tues thurs 96 fri 99 sat 96 pte 55 main st stouffville 6406859