Popular Wedding Dress Trends & Bridal Gowns

Check Out The 2018 Wedding Dress Trends Right Now

The wedding dresses shown during Bridal Fashion Week were breathtaking. Our fashion staff wasted no time in getting to work to bring you the newest trends as soon as they were seen on the catwalks. We've compiled a comprehensive guide to the most popular styles in bridal gowns, including the modest pink dress, elegant capes, and slinky slip dresses.

The new spring collections of bridal gowns have arrived, and I'm here to spill the beans: they're stunning. We've combed through the bridal gowns that flooded the runways at Bridal Fashion Week to bring you the most up-to-date bridal fashions. We've got the latest on all the hottest fashion trends, from off-the-shoulder tops to lace and boleros to superhero capes.

In the following paragraphs, you will find some of our most beloved examples.

Capes and Capelets

Dislike the use of veils? The finest option is a cape, whether it's a full-length bridal cape or a slightly shorter capelet. This style is also a simple way to make a dramatic change in your wedding attire. The cape or capelet will provide a touch of formality to your look during the ceremony, but may easily be blended away for a new look during the reception.

Halter Necklines

Dresses with halter necklines are elegant and draw attention to the wearer's face and shoulders. This demure design is appropriate for a wide range of brides because it highlights the best features of all shapes and sizes and offers extra support for fuller busted women.

Gold Dresses

The gilded gowns at bridal fashion week added a touch of glimmer to the catwalks. This trend is bold but modern, making it ideal for an evening affair under the stars. If you're wearing a dress made of metal or embellished with metal, or if you're going for a very flashy look, consider keeping your accessories to a minimum.

Bows

For the past few years, bows have been a popular accessory. This information, however, is so ancient that it will never be forgotten. Designers sent bows of varying sizes and styles down the runway this season, demonstrating the versatility of this classic bridal accessory. These included tiny, delicate acquiesce striking shoulder bows as well as large bow-adorned trains.

Ball Gowns

A classic ball gown is the way to go if you want to make an entrance to remember, and there were many of those. Choose a jacquard or tulle with a lot of volume, or if you're going for a more preppy vibe, go with horizontal stripes. This lavish aesthetic is sure to grab attention no matter the particulars.

Split Sleeves

A gorgeous approach to make an ethereal statement and add movement to your gown is with sheer, split sleeves (long sleeves that divide for a streamer-like effect). Choose full-on love by pairing them with a sensual fit-and-flare dress and channel your inner  lace sheath gown with fluttery banner accents.

Pink Dresses

According to experts, millennial pink is the new black in the world of bridal fashion. This adaptable "it" colour was widely featured across many collections, from bold, deep pink embroideries to softer, more muted pinks and mauves.

Wedding-Worthy Pants

We have you covered whether you plan to elope, are looking for a sophisticated wedding shower attire, or simply aren't into dresses. The latest trend in women's clothing is the jumpsuit or pant suit, which is practical, elongating, and stylish. A fitted white pantsuit is ideal for town hall nuptials, while a sleek jumpsuit with a retractable train is appropriate for a contemporary celebration.

High Collars

Style-savvy individuals know that a high collar is a must-have. A gown with scalloped lace will make you feel like a princess, while a sleek gown made of tulle or satin will give you a cutting-edge look. The pro tip for this buttoned-up pattern is to wear dramatic earrings and a messy up do.

Slip Dresses

If you're a fan of retro style from the '90s, you'll be pleased. The figure-hugging slip dress has made a comeback. Choose between a classic heavy crepe cut, reminiscent of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's style, and a bohemian lace-embellished corset. This form, at any rate, exudes an air of understated elegance.

Black Accents

Black is the new white, as everyone knows now. Black was a prominent colour at this year's Bridal Fashion Week, from the chic bows to the voluminous ostrich plume ball gown skirts. This pattern is perfect for the bride who wants to make a statement or who just wants to add a little edge to her bridal attire.

Cascading Ruffles

This information is really feminine and frilly; bring on the drama. A full skirt of cascading ruffles (combined with a high-low hemline, if you're bold) is equal parts whimsical and style forwards, while allover ruffles provide dimension to a slender silhouette.

Sheer Corsets

We adore this Elizabethan-inspired outfit for two reasons: first, corsets draw attention to your smallest area, and second, corsets with sheer fabric and exposed boning are quite alluring. To look like a princess, pair a bodice top with a ball gown skirt, or opt for a sultry lingerie-inspired style.

Pearl Embellishments

Sensual cuts give this vintage detail a 21st-century makeover. Wearing nothing but pearls from head to toe is appropriate for a red carpet event, while corsets and chokers encrusted with pearls add a one-of-a-kind sheen to more form-fitting gowns.

Tones of Blue

The "something blue" custom has been given a modern update by this season's designers. A dramatic powder blue ball dress is appropriate for a royal affair, while a pale cornflower blue underlay with white lace accents is excellent for a lovely garden wedding ceremony.

Classic Silhouettes

A timeless gown is a safe bet; after all, first impressions last forever. The return of the traditional boatneck and Bardot neckline, as well as other structured silhouettes, was notable. Each collection featured A-line and mermaid-cut dresses made from luxurious fabrics like satin and silk faille, accessorised with '80s-style jewellery.

Bridal Gloves

Use this classy tool to make a statement like a lady. Their gloves were so thin and delicate that they were often used by avant-garde designers. Whether you opt for a shorter bracelet or a longer arm cuff, this charming information is a welcome complement to any outfit.

Allover Beading

Metallic sheen was heavily utilised by designers. Gowns covered in silver geometric beads all over gave off a retro air, while sheaths embellished with the same beads were a more understated take on the same ultra-glam design.

Statement Bows

Even though bows have been all the rage for the past few years, the information presented here is timeless. The bows this year were the biggest and best ever. Tailored silhouettes with large, proclamatory bows were delivered down the runway by the designers.

Most future brides don't just go dress shopping on a whim. Finding the perfect dress for your special day can take a lot of time and effort, including months of preparation and Pinterest browsing and dress trying on. Having a list of the emerging bridal trends will help you zero in on what you're looking for more quickly. If you do that, you can prioritise what to test out.

The brides of 2018 will be thrilled to find a wide variety of options, from appliquéd tulle dresses with flowers to high-necked ball gowns in the Victorian style. Bridal pantsuits are trendy and appropriate if you are not the traditional kind. You may locate a winning dress for your special day whether you choose to follow the trends or not.

Conclusion

Superhero capes and off-the-shoulder tops are two of the most widely worn styles at the moment. Ball gowns and halter necklines accentuate a woman's assets, regardless of her size or shape. Pant suits and jumpsuits have recently become popular among fashion-forward women. For a wedding at city hall, a tailored white pant suit is perfect, while for a more modern event, a sleek jumpsuit with a removable train is more fitting. This year's Bridal Fashion Week saw a lot of black attire.

2018 brides will be spoiled for choice, with options ranging from high-necked ball gowns in the Victorian style to appliquéd tulle dresses with flowers. You can narrow your search by having a list of new bridal fashion trends at your disposal.

Content Summary

• The wedding dresses shown during Bridal Fashion Week were breathtaking.
• We've compiled a comprehensive guide to the most popular styles in bridal gowns, including the modest pink dress, elegant capes, and slinky slip dresses.
• We've combed through the bridal gowns that flooded the runways at Bridal Fashion Week to bring you the most up-to-date bridal fashions.
• We've got the latest on all the hottest fashion trends, from off-the-shoulder tops to lace and boleros to superhero capes.
• A classic ball gown is the way to go if you want to make an entrance to remember, and there were many of those.
• According to experts, millennial pink is the new black in the world of bridal fashion.
• To look like a princess, pair a bodice top with a ball gown skirt, or opt for a sultry lingerie-inspired style.
• Wearing nothing but pearls from head to toe is appropriate for a red carpet event, while corsets and chokers encrusted with pearls add a one-of-a-kind sheen to more form-fitting gowns.
• The "something blue" custom has been given a modern update by this season's designers.
• A dramatic powder blue ball dress is appropriate for a royal affair, while a pale cornflower blue underlay with white lace accents is excellent for a lovely garden wedding ceremony.
• The return of the traditional boatneck and Bardot neckline, as well as other structured silhouettes, was notable.
• Each collection featured A-line and mermaid-cut dresses made from luxurious fabrics like satin and silk faille, accessorised with '80s-style jewellery.
• Their gloves were so thin and delicate that they were often used by avant-garde designers.
• The bows this year were the biggest and best ever.
• Tailored silhouettes with large, proclamatory bows were delivered down the runway by the designers.
• Finding the perfect dress for your special day can take a lot of time and effort, including months of preparation and Pinterest browsing and dress trying on.
• Having a list of the emerging bridal trends will help you zero in on what you're looking for more quickly.
• The brides of 2018 will be thrilled to find a wide variety of options, from appliquéd tulle dresses with flowers to high-necked ball gowns in the Victorian style.
• You may locate a winning dress for your special day whether you choose to follow the trends or not.

All photos by: KURT WILBERDING; MARIA VALENTINO/ MCV PHOTO