New York Bridal Week brought in an array of familiarity as well as newness for Fall 09. Embellishment proved relevant from Anne Barge to Monique Lhuillier despite gloomy economic times. The overall consensus was that budgets for wedding dresses will likely not be as effected, though couples are likely to trim costs in other areas. A trend seen last season – short dresses – continue forward for brides looking to purchase 2 dresses, 1 for the ceremony and the other (short) dress for the reception. Ethereal romance looks with frothy wrap-around fabrics are a clear influence in bridal borrowed from Spring 09 ready-to-wear. New techniques and textures create interest as well as shades of chestnut and gray shown at Vera Wang.