# Pristine Plumage Gowns The Victoria Feather-Skirt Dress by J. Crew is Reminiscent of Swan Lake By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-05-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victoria-featherskirt-dress-by-j-crew References: [net-a-porter](http://www.net-a-porter.com/intl/product/196809?cm_mmc=LinkshareUK-_-QFGLnEolOWg-_-ProductFeed-_-JCrew&siteID=QFGLnEolOWg-zIzfQlfp178t6zgSYw7HgA) & [jcrew](http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/weddingsandparties.jsp) This victoria feather-skirt dress by J. Crew is a perfect option for a bride-to-be. More so than in the past, brides are choosing two dresses for their big day; one for the ceremony and the other for the reception. While this may seem like overkill, it is actually a smart option. Ceremony dresses are usually hard to move and dance in due to the amount and type of fabric they are made from. Reception dresses are a more toned-down version of the dress that allows for easy movement and are usually cut above the knee. For those on the look-out for a [reception dress for their big day](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davids-bridal-3), the [Victoria](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victoria-pineapple-barrel-finished-whiskey) feather-skirt dress by J. Crew is a breathtaking option. However, it can also be used as the ceremony dress. The upper portion of this [J.Crew](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew) dress is a classic and conservatively cut appliqued top, while the bottom has a little more flair. The flair comes from the feather-tiered statement skirt that adds a different texture and more modern feel to this ivory gown. Whether you are walking down the aisle in this dress or changing into it for the reception, this gown will look ravishing on the blushing bride. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Two-dress Weddings:** Opportunity for bridal wear brands to create separate collections for ceremony and reception dresses. - **Feather Accents:** Incorporating feathers into gowns and dresses can be a unique selling point for fashion designers and brands. - **Versatile Bridal Gowns:** Designing gowns that can be styled differently for the ceremony and reception can be a new innovation in the bridal wear industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bridal Wear:** Opportunity for brands to create unique and versatile dresses for various wedding events. - **Fashion and Design:** Innovative designers and brands can experiment with incorporating different textures and materials in their designs, such as feathers. - **Wedding Planning:** Bridal stylists and planners can advise on the trend for two-dress weddings to provide optimal comfort and style for the bride. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inclusive Bridal Gown Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feather-kissed-collection.md) - [Comfort-Focused Bridal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearly-mini-dress.md) - [Summer Bridal Guest-Of Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-guestof-collection.md) - [Curated Summer Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection.md) - [Autumn Occasion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-fall-dresses.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Bohemian Wedding Ensembles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-2.md) - [Affordable Designer Bridalwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azazie-and-christian-siriano.md)