The Biggest Wedding Dress Trends 2022

Ruffles

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For 2022 weddings, designers offered a plethora of ways to wear ruffles on the big day, from copious layers of frothy, ruffled tulle on necklines and hems, to cascading, sculptural silk tiers. Full of movement, and totally dreamy, this ultra-romantic look made its way down the runways in droves.

Big Bows

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Adorning backs, shoulders, and waistlines, larger-than-life bows featured across many 2022 bridal collections. While each designer interpreted this feminine detail differently - some went modern, others retro - this trend is certainly for the bride looking to tap into her inner romantic.

Floral Prints

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Vintage-style botanical prints and hand-painted blooms dominated both the Spring and Fall bridal runways, and onlookers found this trend absolutely breathtaking!

Stylish Separates

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For 2022 brides, separates continue to offer versatility, with many designers offering an array of of mix-and-match crop top options, which were paired with minis, ballgown skirts and trousers.

3D Florals

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While florals are a mainstay in bridal fashion, 3D flora and fauna appliqués practically came to life on the 2022 bridal runways.

Square Necklines

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Just like last year, the '90s fashion trend continues to rule, and square necklines were a huge feature on the 2022 bridal runways. When paired with chic and simple silhouettes, this modern and minimal design has maximum impact, and is perfect for a bride with modern tastes.

Pastel Shades

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Shades of blush pink are nothing new in bridal, but this season saw an influx of pastel tones, from pistachio and lilac, to peach, lemon and 'something blue' shades, all featuring across both the Spring and Fall runways.

Voluminous Sleeves

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Inspired by the romantic gowns and styling from the hit Netflix show Bridgerton, Regency-era puff sleeves and so-called Bishop sleeves are set to be huge in bridal fashion for 2022. So many bridal designers were inspired by this romantic era, so your dreams of channeling the Duchess of Hastings on your wedding day can easily be achieved!

The Strapless Ballgown

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Strapless sweetheart necklines and flowing skirts make for a timeless gown that will always be in style. These gorgeous, massive gowns are a direct response to spending over a year in quarantine. For the bride looking for a true princess moment, these larger-than-life dresses are perfect.

The Little White Dress

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Shorter hemlines have been trending for the last couple of years, but for 2022 they're huge! From minis and midis, to ballerina and ankle-length, these looks rival any ballgown when paired with a statement veil.

Little Black Details

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From black bows and sashes, to onyx floral appliqués and ribbon details, subtle touches of black added a classically modern feel to this season's bridal designs.

Corsets

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Hotly tipped to make their way down the aisles in 2022, corsets pay homage to the traditional wedding dress silhouette, while also highlighting the bride's figure.

Power Suits & Jumpsuits

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For the past few seasons, trousers have made waves across the runways and, this year, they're bigger and bolder than ever! We're seeing lots of sparkly and sophisticated power suit, tuxedo and jumpsuit options for bride who wants an alternative to the classic wedding dress.

High-Low Hemlines

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Midi and mini hemlines are a bridal trend that generally makes a return every few years, but for for 2022, this asymmetrical style is bigger than ever. This is one trend to follow if you're looking for a gown that stands out from the rest.

Colourful Embroidery

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The latest bridal fashion trend is the colourful embroidered wedding dress and we're loving it. Whether you want head-to-toe florals or a small touch here and there, 2022 embroidered wedding dresses will have you standing out and making a statement.

Sultry Cut-Outs & Midriffs

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The bare midriff and sexy side cut-outs are the latest crossover trend from fashion into wedding style. Both daring and contemporary, cut-outs and exposed midriffs dominated the 2022 collections, as designers embraced the trend.

Chic Sustainability

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Another important trend highlighted at the 2022 bridal fashion weeks is sustainability. Brides are more concerned than ever about the environmental and human impact of their clothing, leading them to choose sustainable fabrics and ethical manufacturing practices.

Off-Shoulder Necklines

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Whether you're after a slim fit, A-line, or full-skirted wedding dress, these off-shoulder necklines will make you feel sultry enough to sashay down the aisle with confidence.

High Necklines

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Lady Kitty Spencer brought the high neckline to the public spotlight with her breathtaking Dolce & Gabbana lace wedding gown, and not surprisingly, this silhouette is trending for 2022, with many designer sending high neckline designs down the runways.

Gloves

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The 2022 bridal runway shows also saw an influx of a beloved vintage bridal accessory, statement gloves! But this ain't your grandmother's bridal accessory! This finishing touch can feel ladylike, or innovative and edgy, and speaks to our longing for dressing up.

Statement Veils

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For 2022, bridal designers have been embracing a more dynamic, statement approach to veils with sparkles, 3D floral appliqué, colourful details and heavy embellishment. Veils are becoming less and less about following tradition and more about expressing your personality!

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The Biggest Wedding Dress Trends 2022

Ruffles

For 2022 weddings, designers offered a plethora of ways to wear ruffles on the big day, from copious layers of frothy, ruffled tulle on necklines and hems, to cascading, sculptural silk tiers. Full of movement, and totally dreamy, this ultra-romantic look made its way down the runways in droves.

Ruffles

Big Bows

Adorning backs, shoulders, and waistlines, larger-than-life bows featured across many 2022 bridal collections. While each designer interpreted this feminine detail differently - some went modern, others retro - this trend is certainly for the bride looking to tap into her inner romantic.

Big Bows

Floral Prints

Vintage-style botanical prints and hand-painted blooms dominated both the Spring and Fall bridal runways, and onlookers found this trend absolutely breathtaking!

Floral Prints

Stylish Separates

For 2022 brides, separates continue to offer versatility, with many designers offering an array of of mix-and-match crop top options, which were paired with minis, ballgown skirts and trousers.

Stylish Separates

3D Florals

While florals are a mainstay in bridal fashion, 3D flora and fauna appliqués practically came to life on the 2022 bridal runways.

3D Florals

Square Necklines

Just like last year, the '90s fashion trend continues to rule, and square necklines were a huge feature on the 2022 bridal runways. When paired with chic and simple silhouettes, this modern and minimal design has maximum impact, and is perfect for a bride with modern tastes.

Square Necklines

Pastel Shades

Shades of blush pink are nothing new in bridal, but this season saw an influx of pastel tones, from pistachio and lilac, to peach, lemon and 'something blue' shades, all featuring across both the Spring and Fall runways.

Pastel Shades

Voluminous Sleeves

Voluminous Sleeves

The Strapless Ballgown

Strapless sweetheart necklines and flowing skirts make for a timeless gown that will always be in style. These gorgeous, massive gowns are a direct response to spending over a year in quarantine. For the bride looking for a true princess moment, these larger-than-life dresses are perfect.

The Strapless Ballgown

The Little White Dress

Shorter hemlines have been trending for the last couple of years, but for 2022 they're huge! From minis and midis, to ballerina and ankle-length, these looks rival any ballgown when paired with a statement veil.

The Little White Dress

Little Black Details

From black bows and sashes, to onyx floral appliqués and ribbon details, subtle touches of black added a classically modern feel to this season's bridal designs.

Little Black Details

Corsets

Hotly tipped to make their way down the aisles in 2022, corsets pay homage to the traditional wedding dress silhouette, while also highlighting the bride's figure.

Corsets

Power Suits & Jumpsuits

For the past few seasons, trousers have made waves across the runways and, this year, they're bigger and bolder than ever! We're seeing lots of sparkly and sophisticated power suit, tuxedo and jumpsuit options for bride who wants an alternative to the classic wedding dress.

Power Suits & Jumpsuits

High-Low Hemlines

Midi and mini hemlines are a bridal trend that generally makes a return every few years, but for for 2022, this asymmetrical style is bigger than ever. This is one trend to follow if you're looking for a gown that stands out from the rest.

High-Low Hemlines

Colourful Embroidery

The latest bridal fashion trend is the colourful embroidered wedding dress and we're loving it. Whether you want head-to-toe florals or a small touch here and there, 2022 embroidered wedding dresses will have you standing out and making a statement.

Colourful Embroidery

Sultry Cut-Outs & Midriffs

The bare midriff and sexy side cut-outs are the latest crossover trend from fashion into wedding style. Both daring and contemporary, cut-outs and exposed midriffs dominated the 2022 collections, as designers embraced the trend.

Sultry Cut-Outs & Midriffs

Chic Sustainability

Another important trend highlighted at the 2022 bridal fashion weeks is sustainability. Brides are more concerned than ever about the environmental and human impact of their clothing, leading them to choose sustainable fabrics and ethical manufacturing practices.

Chic Sustainability

Off-Shoulder Necklines

Whether you're after a slim fit, A-line, or full-skirted wedding dress, these off-shoulder necklines will make you feel sultry enough to sashay down the aisle with confidence.

Off-Shoulder Necklines

High Necklines

Lady Kitty Spencer brought the high neckline to the public spotlight with her breathtaking Dolce & Gabbana lace wedding gown, and not surprisingly, this silhouette is trending for 2022, with many designer sending high neckline designs down the runways.

High Necklines

Gloves

The 2022 bridal runway shows also saw an influx of a beloved vintage bridal accessory, statement gloves! But this ain't your grandmother's bridal accessory! This finishing touch can feel ladylike, or innovative and edgy, and speaks to our longing for dressing up.

Gloves

Statement Veils

For 2022, bridal designers have been embracing a more dynamic, statement approach to veils with sparkles, 3D floral appliqué, colourful details and heavy embellishment. Veils are becoming less and less about following tradition and more about expressing your personality!

Statement Veils

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