If you’re planning to get married in 2011 or are just curious as to what the newest trends in wedding dresses will be, you’re in for quite a few surprises. Royal elegance, convenience gowns, and new twists on old favorites are just a few of the surprises to be revealed by the projected trends for this year’s wedding apparel.

Every bride still has a little bit of princess left in her on her wedding day. That’s why two of the projected wedding dress trends for 2011 truly are fit for royalty. Getting that royal look starts with a whole lot of sparkle. Some wedding dresses in 2011 will accomplish that by using all kinds of shiny things from Swarovski crystals to real diamonds to bedazzle the bridal frock. Another trend for 2011 falls right in line with the bedazzled princess dress – the ballroom skirt. Expect some amazing looks when these two trends make an appearance together by some of the most famous wedding gown designers.

Strapless wedding dresses were all the rage for several years running, but in 2011, designers will begin to move away from that by adding new twists on the former favorite. To take the place of the strapless dresses, we’ll see gowns with capped sleeves make an entrance on the wedding scene in 2011. Another strapless dress with a twist that’s expected to be a popular hit with brides this year is the one-shoulder gown. The one-shoulder gowns are predicted to be the most sophisticated and chic wedding gown option for 2011.

V-neck gowns are something we haven’t seen a lot of in the past, but designers are planning to reintroduce them for 2011. Some brides tend to shy away from them because they seem too “sexy” for a wedding, but when it comes to masking body flaws and accentuating the positives, V-neck gowns are a great choice.

Perhaps one of the most popular trends in wedding gowns for 2011 will originate out of sheer convenience. In recent years, most brides felt the need to purchase two dresses – one for the wedding and a simplified version for the reception. Then there was the hassle of finding a place to change clothes, potentially messing up their hair and all kinds of other inconveniences involved. Now, several designers are offering convertible wedding dresses that are actually two dresses in one. For the ceremony, the bride can have her gown in all its glory. When it comes time for the reception, she can detach some of the frillier parts, like the big skirt or other embellishments. She’s left with a much more reception-friendly gown while still maintaining the bride-look and some of the original elegance of the dress.

Regardless of what 2011 brings in terms of wedding gown trends, always remember it’s YOUR day, YOUR way! Dare to be different! Check out Milanoo.com for all the latest wedding gowns and accessories to complete that perfect look for your special day.