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It's time to retire the "long gown competition", don't you think? It's very 80s and 90s. And with this crazy unpredictable hot weather that we are having, long gowns only seem practical during the 'ber' months. But even then, there's so many other ways to reinvent the entourage looks. I remember my own church wedding last June 2011. It got sooooo humid that my poor entourage and guests were melting away--even those who were already wearing jersey short dresses got irritated with the weather! So much so that some guests decided not to go to the reception because they weren't feeling well. That's just the reality of it. Should you insist on long gowns just because it's what you want or what society thinks is appropriate?

There's a thin line between having it your way during your wedding day VS the practical things that need to decided on. So we say update the entourage look! Short dresses are more fun, more practical, and even more cost efficient! You might think that it's too casual for your wedding but then again, why insist on the formalities when it doesn't even have anything to do with the wedding essentials? Here are some ideas that we like!

Kate Spade brings out so much pops of color!

Theia White actually showcased picnic and beach styled outfits for Bridal Spring 2014.

Short dresses can still look formal depending on your choices of fabrics!

The long and short of it is, whatever length you choose for your entourage gowns, always go for what is tasteful and what fits your girls individually. Don't decide on a look that only flatters majority of your girls or what you think is cute. Each body type and even skin type is unique and is flattered differently. Listen to your entourage and make them feel pretty. If you can't seem to agree on a look, then just let them wear their own clothes. Pick your battles and move on to the other aspects of your wedding preps.

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Bridal Spring 2014 - Rebellious Honorable Mention (Part 1 of 5)

From the Angel Sanchez Bridal Spring 2014 Collection / Source: The Knot

The bridal gowns have been walked down the catwalk aisle and what's our verdict? Though majority are still pretty white and traditional, it's getting there, it's getting there. So much so that this Bridal Spring 2014 report of ours will be 5 parts in total.

We applaud the efforts of designers to showcase something out of the ordinary. But the stigma of wearing something unconventional for brides will never go away if the media, bloggers, observers in general won't stop writing headlines that say "Would you wear something this outrageous?"

It's because of this kinds of headlines that seem harmless that viscously feed on more controversy or debate that makes brides think twice before fully owning their individuality.

Oscar de la Renta / Source: The Knot

That's why here in Rebellious Brides, we REFUSE to write such headlines or descriptions. Instead, we'll call these wonderful creations as the Rebellious Honorable Mention. It's not even about being unconventional per se. It's about opening up yourselves to other options beyond white gowns and beyond the veils--because you know what? It's a form of brainwashing. Knowledge is power and if you actually research on the history of white wedding gowns and the use of veils, they are not even mandatories but fads or current situations of specific periods in time.

We say, pick an inspirational bridal look that personifies who you REALLY are. And one that genuinely resonates with your own personalities and not what is accepted of society.

Here are the honorable mentions but this is just the beginning. There were designers that had full-on unconventional collections. So we are paying individual tributes to: Monique Lhuillier, Reem Acra, Romona Keveza, and Vera Wang. But before that, here are the other designers who had a few noteworthy rebellious ideas:

Theia White played with the concept of the usual train. And in this unnerving hot weather in Manila, don't you think it makes sense to consider a short textured bridal gown such as the one on the left?

http://www.wwd.com/runway/bridal-spring-2014

Amsale created options for unembellished bridal pantsuits.

This may be missing the usual full skirt but it definitely looks luxe!

http://www.wwd.com/runway/bridal-spring-2014

These Angel Sanchez bridal looks are perfect for the Rebellious Brides who want to take the concept of Mad Hatter Tea Parties or Romantic Garden Weddings to the next level!

http://www.wwd.com/runway/bridal-spring-2014

Anna Maier's 'White w/ a Twist' creation proves that bridal gowns need not be heavily beaded...nor does it have to look too white even if it's white---does that make sense?