5 Wedding Dress Trends From Fall 2023 Bridal Fashion Week to Know
It’s that time again – and yes, we’re talking about Bridal Fashion Week!
The collections for fall 2023 hit the runway this month, and we’re seeing even more dramatic silhouettes and glamorous detailing. A continuation of the over-the-top bridal trends we saw in last year’s fall collections, these new trends are incorporating even more fringe, beading, and plunging necklines for eye-catching bridal looks. Whether you’re looking to make a fashion statement with your wedding dress or are keeping it simple, there’s something for every kind of bride in the Fall 2023 collections. Keep scrolling for five bridal trends you should look out for in 2023!
Statement Sleeves
We’ve seen statement sleeves on the bridal runway for years, but this season sleeves are becoming more voluminous and embellished. All types of sleeves, including puff, bishop, and long sleeves are trending for 2023 brides. Theia opted for tulle sleeves with pearl embellishments, while Anne Barge kept it classic with an embroidered bishop sleeve. Either option, simple or embellished, statement sleeves are a great way to elevate a fall bridal look for a romantic result. Choose a pair of detachable sleeves if you want to switch up your look between wedding events.
Get the look with our Jasmine Gown which has detachable puff sleeves for a whimsical bridal look that will easily transition from ceremony to reception.
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Featuring the Jasmine Gown, Photography by Joe Lee Foto
Featuring the Grace Gown, Photography by Ria Mackenzie Photography
Plunging Necklines
Bridal trends are taking the plunge – literally! Plunging necklines popped up numerous times in the Fall 2023 collections. This timeless neckline silhouette, while sultry, can also be elegant and sophisticated when paired with a classic A-line or ballgown wedding dress. Amsale perfectly offset a plunging neckline with a high-waisted silhouette, which gave the look a timeless quality. If you’re looking for more coverage, consider an illusion neckline that can still give you the plunging silhouette without having to bear as much skin.
Get the look with our Grace Gown that has a plunging v-neckline and a corseted back which makes for a flattering fit.
Overskirts
Two-in-one looks are extremely popular this season, and it’s not hard to understand why! A wedding dress with an overskirt adds just the right amount of drama. Whether it’s bringing some volume to a fitted silhouette or adding even more layers to a tulle ballgown, an overskirt will give you a second bridal look at no additional cost. You can rock it down the aisle and remove it to reveal a stunning reception look or vice versa. Houghton opted for a feather overskirt for a fully embellished look, but you can also choose a tulle or organza overskirt that will complement a simpler bridal style.
Get the look with our Moment of Ruth Cape that can be tied around your shoulders for a romantic bridal look or tied around your waist as a dramatic overskirt.
Featuring the Moment of Ruth Cape, Photography by Joe Lee Foto
Featuring the Michelle Gown, Photography by Ria Mackenzie Photography
Party Dresses
Mini dresses are still reigning supreme this season, but now designers are taking the party dress to the next level. We’re seeing lots of sequins, beaded embellishments, fringe, and feather detailing, which are feminine details that can make a wedding dress feel timeless and modern. Monique Lhuillier kept it fun and fresh, using three-dimensional embroidery to create a collection of whimsical wedding dresses. These trendy wedding dress details, while often playful, aren’t just made for the reception. They’re perfect for a more glamorous bridal style if you really want to turn heads as you walk down the aisle. You can also opt for more subtle embroidery or only bodice embellishments if you’re aiming for a more classic bridal style.
Get the look with our Michelle Gown which has a crystal-beaded slip for a 1920s-inspired look that is chic and elegant.
Fitted Silhouettes
The ballgown never goes out of style, but more fitted silhouettes are having their moment this season. Nadia Manjarrez included both drop waists and mermaid silhouettes in her fall 2023 collection, which create a flattering fit for all body shapes. If you’re looking for a vintage style, drop waists are the perfect mix of classic and modern for a silhouette that is fitted, but also has a dramatic flair. A mermaid silhouette is a timeless choice that is sultry but can be dressed up or down with the addition of embellishments. This is a great way to incorporate a trend into your bridal look without being too on the nose, which makes for a wedding dress you can wear today or three years from now.
Get the look with our Cleo Gown that has a fanback fit, which hugs your curves and flows into a drop waist for an elegant and chic result.
Featuring the Cleo Gown, Photography by Ria Mackenzie Photography
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