The Best Wedding Dress Trends for 2023/2024

There’s so much focus around what to wear on your wedding day. Trying to find the perfect dress can be daunting. There are a ton of styles, techniques, designers, fabrics and looks. We’re going to help you block out some of that noise by highlighting some of the trends from the world’s top bridal designers. From researching Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week to scouring 2023 lookbooks, I’ve put together seven trends that we’ll see moving into 2023 and 2024.

If you’re shopping for your own dress, dreaming of your future engagement or just along for the ride, I hope this is a fun one for you. Enjoy!

via Galia Lahav

Sheer and Exposed Corsets

Madonna had it right with her iconic “Like a Virgin” look in the 1980’s. One of the biggest bridal trends this season is the return of sheer and exposed corseted bodices. Now updated to be less boudoir and more bridal chic, this visible snatched-waist construction concentrates on giving an hourglass shape. Liz Martinez presented a beaded tulle sheath detailed with peekaboo corseted bodice. Alyne showed a corded lace gown with a daringly sexy, sheer corseted back. And a romantic, fit-and-flare lace gown by Lihi Hod featured a semi-sheer exposed bodice.

Bows

From dainty embellishments on bodices, straps or veils to exaggerated stylized knots that trail into a train, bows offered pops of details throughout the collections shown this season. Amsale’s new collection included a silk ball gown with a taffeta off-the-shoulder, oversized bow that doubled as a Watteau train. Kelly Faetanini presented a fit-and-flare gown with a plunging back and detachable bow that draped into a train. At Rivini, an asymmetrical off-the-shoulder gown was accented by a couture-esque bow detail.

Column and Sheath Silhouettes

The star dress silhouettes are column and sheath styles, with top-to-bottom contouring. “Many brides are loving these figure-flattering gowns for the ease and lightness of not having to bustle a train,” said the designer Sareh Nouri. “But they can be worn with a matching cape or detachable overskirt that doubles as a train and transforms the look when removed.”

The Sareh Nouri collection included a draped column gown with a knotted tulle cape. Monique Lhuillier turned classic Chantilly lace into a fashion-forward, high-neck sheath with long, puffed sleeves and a layered corset. Reem Acra showed a majestic sheath with crystal-embroidered detail and a detachable half skirt.

Peaked Bodices

Many brides love the idea of a strapless gown, but the neckline can often be ill-fitting, uncomfortable and cause an exaggerated bulge under the arms. Enter the peaked bodice, which provides additional support and cleverly smooths problem areas for a more polished look. Dana Harel showed a sleek A-line dress with a sexy slit and lace-trimmed neckline. The cool-girl Australian designer Chosen by Kyha added couture touches to a minimalist gown with a draped neckline and corseted bodice. And Anne Barge went the architectural route for a peaked neckline on a jacquard trumpet gown.

Boleros and Lace Tops

Gowns offering multiple looks with removable layers and detachable pieces were a focus of bridal fashion week. “It’s such a great way to stay true to your style and the dress you fell in love with while showcasing it in so many fun and functional ways,” said Sharon Sever, the head designer at Galia Lahav.

The bolero, reimagined from the late 1990s and early 2000s, has made a comeback with a streamlined fit and luxe fabrication. And the layering of the sheer lace top gets its inspiration from ready-to-wear. A strapless modified A-line gown from Arava Polak featured a delicate, detachable high-neck lace bodysuit. Blue Willow by Anne Barge showed a classic plunging sweetheart ball gown layered with a 3D-embroidered mock neck top. And Galia Lahav’s new collection included a 3-D floral-appliqué tulle trumpet gown with a matching high-neck bolero.

Statement Minidresses

Little white dresses abound this season, offering brides more second-look options for their reception. Some designers took the bridal minidress to the next level with showy ruffles, festive feathers and flirty micro skirts. Esé Azénabor showed a structured minidress with a floral-appliqué and long-sleeve tulle bodice accented by cascading ruffles. Kim Kassas Couture paired the on-trend, exposed-corset bodice with feathery fringe and a short, flared skirt. Nardos presented a strapless, bell-shaped minidress that combined floral lace and a feminine bow with a fun twist.

source : NEW YORK TIMES