By Sophie Cappell
Bridal Fashion Month has arrived and we are delighted to see that this seasons trending styles have something to offer every type of bride. More than ever, weddings have become a celebration of a couples individuality and unique style which is reflected by wedding couture throughout designers collections this season.
However, there are a few key styles to look out for for the 2025 bride. From modern twists on much loved classics such as florals and lace to the ultimate party-girl gown, we have identified some of the key trends and designers to look out for over the coming season.
Florals, Lace and Embellishments
‘Florals and lace for bridal? Groundbreaking’ I hear you say. It’s true, florals and lace have been a staple of bridal fashion for centuries and for good reason. However this Autumn- Winter we are seeing designers take a modern spin on this favourite.
Whimsical boho looks are huge this season and the perfect style for nuptials in the cooler months, exuding magic and romance. Take wedding dress designer Alexandra Grecco’s new ‘Birdie’ collection which heavily inspired by the natural world features ‘romantic draping and ethereal textures’ using sheer organza, chantilly lace and wispy tulle. The boho look is both elegant and feminine, making it a timeless classic.
Lace has the power to elevate and transform any gown, allowing for that luxurious and often regal feel many brides look for when searching for their perfect dress. Designers this season are adding contemporary spins on lace in recent collections. Including Francesca Miranda who adds a playful element to a very classic style for the 2025 bride using beautiful large appliqued florals.
The Party Dress
Three years since the final COVID lockdown weddings are back to being huge party-esk celebrations. This has been heavily reflected in bridal fashion, with more brides than ever choosing a more contemporary style of wedding gown. AW25 is set to be no different. It has become fairly common in the last ten years for brides to have more than one look on their wedding day, perhaps opting for a mini dress to allow dancing into the night.
However, party-style dresses are certainly not limited to wedding receptions. Mini hemlines and embellished cocktail gowns are the perfect style for chic city weddings, elopement style nuptials and more relaxed ceremonies.
In recent years we have seen more and more brides break traditional wedding dress rules. Designers are taking this spirit of fun, flirtation and modernity and injecting it into their collections for 2025. Take Trish Peng’s mini hemlines, Clio Pepiatt’s glittery numbers, or actress Bel Powely’s custom, calf skimming, crystal embellished Miu Miu gown worn at her wedding earlier in 2024.
Your wedding will be one of the biggest celebrations of your life, so why not opt for a party dress to fit?
The Traditional Bride
Though the party-style dress is huge this season on the other hand bridal couture has seen a influx of overtly traditonal styles for upcoming collections. Bridgerton-esk ball gowns, full skirts, corsets and long veils are set to be huge, screaming sophistication and elegance whilst capturing the essence of romance.
Take Vera Wang and Pronovias’ recent collaborative collection which features full skirts and elbow length gloves reminiscent of 18th century ball gowns or Vivienne Westwood’s Grand Camille dress which also boasts a traditional corset and a dramatic veil.
The princess gown, if done correctly is the pinnacle of bridal beauty. If you’re only going to be a bride once, it makes sense to go all out.
The Dropped Waist
Bridal designers and celebrities alike have decided the dropped waist is the cool girl style for 2025. The basque waist elegantly elongates the body, effortlessly enhancing the silhouette. Though it is the ‘it’ dress for the upcoming season this demure style is timeless as it is flattering.
Earlier this year, podcast star Alex Cooper wed in a beautiful Danielle Frankel silk, square neck ball down with a basque waist and internal corset. Frankel, whose designs have been at the forefront of the trend stated that the drop waist ‘elongates the body and proportionally shows the silhouette of the upper body in a more flattering way than cutting off at the waist’.
It will be difficult to find a designer this season not releasing dropped waist styles within their new collections however some of our favourites to look out for include gowns from House of Flora, Justin Alexander and Cinq.
For brides wanting more than one look on their wedding day, the dropped waist corset can often be removed from a full skirt to reveal a flattering mini dress, making it a chic and practical option.
