Every year, new styles start popping up for the wedding season. While most of the attention goes to the wedding gowns themselves, you can find some incredible new looks in the 2010 styles for bridesmaid dresses as well. Here are a few of the hottest fashion trends this year:

Strapless: MIA

For years, strapless gowns have been the big seller in bridesmaids and wedding gowns. But not all women enjoy having to worry about their biggest assets popping out during the Chicken Dance at the reception. This year the strapless gown is MIA – Missing in Action. Instead, the styles are focused on elegant necklines and unique strap designs.

For example, the one shoulder strap is a popular style this season. With this style, your bridesmaids can show off a little shoulder without having to worry about everything falling out when she bends over. You can also find a variety of classic necklines, such as the bateau, coming back this season.

Bold Colors

In the past, bridesmaids’ dresses tended to be a little “girly” for the average woman. Pinks and other pastel colors were the dominant hue in most bridal boutiques. This year that has definitely changed. One of the hottest colors going down the aisle is charcoal gray. The color is almost as body flattering as black and works beautifully in almost any silhouette and with most fabrics. Plus, the color can really pop when combined with other bold colors, such as red or purple.

Speaking of red and purple, the other big color trend is rich, dark, and vibrant colors. Ink blue, royal purple, and sunset orange have all become top color choices for bridesmaids in 2010. These colors may not be exactly what wedding audiences are expecting but they make a vivid statement and look beautiful. Plus, bold colors tend to be sexier and more alluring – a definite plus with the adult women who have to wear them down the aisle.

Interesting Length Choices

Just as the one shoulder dress finds beauty in its asymmetry so do some of the hems of other popular bridesmaid choices. With most of these dresses, part of the hem is significantly shorter (usually around knee length) than the other part of the hem. This might sound like a horrible designer error but the look is actually quite stunning. The dresses are both modest and sexy plus they create visual interest that has long been missing from most bridesmaid gowns.

Floor length gowns, particularly those in soft chiffon, are also making a comeback. These are great choices for traditional or classic weddings. However, they are now being offered in some beautiful pale colors that will make your entire bridal party look more floating angels than bridesmaids – a great look for an evening wedding lit by candles in a gorgeous Gothic church.