Non-Traditional Wedding Dresses for Fall 2010

Getting married in the fall doesn't mean having to go with drab colors for that non-traditional wedding dress. While pastels may seem a bit off this time of year, if it is the right shade you can get away with it, but a rich jewel color is far more popular this time of year. Think emerald, ruby, royal blue, and amethyst. You can even wear a "sun" color like yellow or orange, shades which match the sugar maple leaves changing color this time of year. Below are eight different non-traditional wedding dresses you can wear if you plan on getting married in the fall of 2010:

This beautiful ruby red dress by Aqua is floor length, strapless, and has pleating on one side which makes this really stand out in a crowd. The dress is made of polyester with a nice satin gloss to it. The dress is fully lined and has boning to support the strapless bodice. Red is the color of love so this is without a doubt perfect for your wedding day. Available from Bloomingdale's for $270.00.

Try this sapphire blue dress bearing the label ABS by Allen Schwartz for your wedding day. This dress is so simple yet lovely, with a square neckline and plunging back which reveals the right side as you walk up the aisle. Made of polyester satin, this dress has a concealed side zipper. For extra sparkle, wear silver metallic shoes with this dress. Available from Bloomingdale's for $308.00.

This pretty turquoise dress has a bow placed on an angle at the waistline. Designed by Marchesa, this strapless dress is made of silk chiffon and has a ruched bodice, silk lining, and a side zipper. The skirt portion is gathered, which creates soft drapes. This will look really great on that dance floor during your wedding reception. Available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $880.00.

The color alone looks like tanzanite, but is called marine blue on this next dress. Made of an acetate/nylon/spandex blend and designed by David Meister, this satin finish dress is halter style with a beaded ornament at the center of the waist, is fully lined, and has a back zipper. This dress is perfect for the woman who wants something easy to move around in and is not full length. Try a pair of gold or bronze metallic shoes to go with this dress for your wedding. Available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $287.99.

Now here is a plum purple dress that is perfect for this time of year. Designed by Adrianna Papell, this dress is made of polyester, has a surplice neckline in the front and back, a wide banded waist an a full skirt with a sheer overlay. You will want to dance through the woods and pretend to be a pixie in this dress once the wedding reception is over with. Available from Macy's for $218.00.

Emerald is your color when you decide to wear this dress for your wedding day. Pleated charmeuse in style, the dress is sleeveless with a v-neckline in the front and back. The dress is made of polyester and has a side zipper. Available from Cache $178.00.

Berries are common during the fall harvest, and this berry colored dress by Phoebe Couture will brighten up your wedding day. This full length dress has a sweetheart neckline, detail at the bodice and diagonal pleats at the waist and more pleats in the skirt that create nice folds when you walk. Available from Lord and Taylor for $430.00.

This is the kind of dress you can also wear on the ballroom floor and not just to your wedding. The purple iridescence is magical and will make your wedding a memorable one. Designed by JS Collections, this dress is made of polyester, has a horizontally ruched waistline, a gathered skirt, and more ruching throughout the bodice. Think Grecian when you try on this dress. For shoes, try a silver or gold pair. Available from Lord and Taylor for $218.00.