Featuring looks for every occasion and ceremony style, straight from Bridal Fashion Week.

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Bridal Fashion Week can feel like a tulle-covered, pearl-coated island separate from the rest of the fashion cycle.

a collage of three bridal looks from bridal fashion week to illustrate a guide to bridal fashion trends

Second,wedding dress trendsare not always as obvious as spotting a fresh It-Shoe or a rising color palette.

The shift has blurred the line between high fashion and the high fashion bride.

Rowland tells me that the whole movement reflects a sea change in how brides prepare for their big day.

a collage of three women wearing bridal gowns with multiple bow embellishments

One wedding dress is just the minimum, and brides are having more fun with each dress.

Bridal Fashion Week designers are now meeting the moment.

Ribbons and bows were already as commonplace in bridalwear as rose bouquets and Chantilly lace.

Aurelia Dotted Tulle Corset Tie Strap Belted Dress

Then, 2023’sgirlhood aesthetic trendhappened, and bows explodedallover Bridal Fashion Week.

At Tanner Fletcher and Monique Lhuillier, models swapped veils for ribbons in their hairor doubled up with both.

Drop Waist Dresses

Prepare for the drop.

Embroidered Crepe Couture Short Dress

Waistlines lowered at Lein, Safiyaa, Monique Lhuillier Bliss, and more.

The style appeals to the designers and the brides who will eventually wear them.

Many brides aren’t just saying yes tothedress anymore.

Bridal Satin Gown

WhenKate Middletonbecame Princess Kate in 2011, lace-sleeved A-line gowns were coronated as a major bridal trend.

In 2018 and 2019, there was a rise inMeghan Markle-inspired wedding dresseswith bateau necklines.

And 2024’s first collections included several satin halter gowns withSofia Richie-Graingeenergy.

a collage of three models wearing drop waist bridal dresses

But for Spring 2025, designers are channeling Hollywoodand fashion historythrough more subtle means.

But would I do it again?

The late pope spared no expense when it came to treating the infant prince in 2014.

Guinevere Shirred Grosgrain-Trimmed Tulle Gown

Skip the shampoos, glosses, and treatments.

These are the looks worth stealing.

The easy tweaks that’ll turn a good outfit into a great one.

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They’re low-effort and high-impact.

It’s the secret weapon to scoring chic New York style.

This season’s multi-pocket It bags want you to wear your clutter on your sleeve.

Drop-Waist Metallic Lace Maxi Dress

This is the definition of fashion over function.

The unexpected style is already taking over fashion week.

A collage of three women modeling short bridal dresses in a guide to bridal fashion

Elyse Sequined & Beaded Fringe Minidress

Landscape Corset Minidress

Ronan Sequin Mini-Dress

three brides wear gowns with draped bodices from difference bridal collections

Cleo Strapless Semi-Sheer Gown

Jenny by Jenny Yoo Noa Off-The-Shoulder A-Line Chiffon Wedding Gown

Satin Crêpe Draped Bustier Gown

three brides wearing corseted gowns in front of wedding venues

Makenna Linen Corset Midi-Dress

Eisa Silk Dress

Bridal Rhea Satin and Tulle Gown

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Queen Elizabeth wearing a purple coat and hat smiling at Pope Francis

A gif of a woman washing her hair and the Culligan Water Softener.

A graphic of Milan Fashion Week Street Style trends including scarves on bags, capes, east-west bags, wide-leg jeans, and corporate dress codes

new york fashion week styling trends and takeaways at Maria McManus, Tory Burch, Brandon Maxwell, Tibi, Kallmeyer, Ashlyn Fall 2025 shows

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