I’m about to embark on shopping for my wedding dress — tomorrow. Not tomorrow as in "tomorrow never comes;" tomorrow as in I have an 11 a.m. appointment on Tuesday. Gulp. A friend’s mother gave me a piece of advice: "Wear off-white. No sense in being a hypocrite."

I have gotten a few comments like this, embarking on my first wedding in my early 30s. But little do these pecking hens know, color is the new white, so to speak.

Many brides are choosing wine-colored or burgundy dresses (red– the color of passion and love) or accenting their white or ivory dresses with colored sashes, some in colors that match the bridesmaids, others in colors that offset the bridesmaids dresses.

When you’re shopping, get a dress that works for you. Everyone has a different body type, flaws they want to hide, assets they want to flaunt. A knowledgable bridal shop shouldn’t be afraid to tell you when a dress makes you look lumpy, frumpy or just plain bad. If it’s all about looking your best, then a bridal shop should be able to help you choose a flattering design. Fabric is also important. If you’re trying to hide something, a clingy fabric, isn’t your best friend. If you’ve been going to the gym religiously for the past year — then, hey, get the clingiest fabric you can fine.

Here’s what I like so far. Obviously, I’m not flying to Scotland to get a wedding dress, but I think the dress is beautiful. I’ll let you know how it works out. Keep your fingers crossed.