The next big hit in weddings that could save you thousands? Expert talks convertible bridal gowns

• Are convertible wedding gowns what brides will be going for this wedding season?
• It changes a bride's look without having her change into another dress.
• Designer Katrina Bocci shares other bridal gown trends that brides should look out for.

Wedding trends aren't always about what's aesthetically pleasing; some trends assist couples in cutting costs. An example would be having a Styrofoam wedding cake for decorative purposes. These 'cakes' come with only one edible slice for the couple, while guests unknowingly receive a store-bought alternative.

The latest trend assisting brides in spending less on dresses is the convertible wedding gown. Instead of changing into a new dress for the reception, these dresses allow the bride to change her look without changing into another dress by simply removing an embroidered detachable piece.  

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Katerina Bocci is well-known in the design world, where she has fashioned a niche in wedding dresses that can change between sleeve lengths, come equipped with gloves, different necklines and more. Speaking on Fox 2 Detroit, she shares about bridal gown trends to look out for.

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"These convertible wedding gowns are made of different pieces, like detachable skirts, detachable sleeves, and we're very well known for that. Every dress is made precisely by choice, not by chance. We even create our own luxury fabrics." Katerina said. She then described how sleeves are becoming the focus of a wedding gown by adding little touches.

"Sleeves have been very big this year; there's a lot of embroidery by hand, pearls, lace, and we like to create a combination of different styles and fabric."

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Katrina said, "Firstly, brides need to stay true to themselves, and they must choose a look based on their personality. You can wear any unique style since you are paying for a custom look."

She adds that wedding capes are also big this year; they have a touch of embroidery on them that is also detachable.