Bridal Fashion Trends

Popular bridal fashion trends include an ongoing love affair with ballgown and sheath dress silhouettes. Details are everywhere! Bows, belts, appliques, pleating, flowers and bubble hems abound. Soft, feminine looks dominate wedding dresses again this year.

Sweetheart necklines, ruching, lace, and ruffles detail slim sheath dresses. Gathered fabrics and pick-ups decorate full skirt gowns. Glamorous metallic embroidery, distinctive bodice designs, and layered and twisted fabrics really stand out.

The versatile A-line shape remains ever popular, with or without delicate shoulder straps, cap sleeves, or a flattering empire bodice.

Hairstyles are loose and romantic with cascading curls and waves. Have your hair stylist tease a small section in the back to hold your veil in place. A veil can be worn above or below a stylish updo. Pinning the veil below your updo is trendier at the moment, and also shows off the hairstyle. Tiaras, headbands and hair combs are popular as well. These headpieces can be worn with or without a veil. Wearing a veil with a headpiece creates a more formal look.

Wedding veils continue to be the ultimate bridal accessory. If your gown features sparkling beading on the bodice, why not highlight it by adding a simple veil, with scattered crystals, to create an ethereal glow.

Jewelry is also key to accessorizing your bridal outfit. A delicate pendant or Y-shaped necklace is a perfect choice for a strapless, sweetheart, or deeply scooped neckline style. Classic pearls and strand necklaces work well with strapless, square, or scoop necklines alike. Small drop or stud earrings are a great choice to wear with a headpiece, and won't overpower your look. Bracelet and dangly earring sets work well with halter style, asymmetrical, or high necklines.