Beauty + Fashion

The 14 Must-See Fall 2018 Wedding Dress Trends

October 12, 2017

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Stunning shoulder bows and tailored rompers graced the catwalks of Bridal Fashion Week 2018. This display of “I Do” fashion created a scene straight out of any wedding-lover’s dream as designers truly pushed boundaries and challenged traditions with their bold new styles. While beautiful models strutted their stuff up and down the runways, giving spectators some serious style envy until next season’s show, Wilkie was there to capture every last detail to give our readers an all-access pass to the most exclusive fashion shows in Manhattan. Without further ado, here’s our round-up of every gorgeous, trend-setting style making its way to brides in 2018:

1. Detached Sleeves

This trend was ALL over the runway this season and we couldn’t be more in love with this unique take on the traditional long sleeve gown.

Ines Di Santo

RIVINI

Julie Vino

Monique Lhuillier

Pronovias

Rime Arodaky

Mark Zunino

2. High Neck

Trend alert: high neck gowns are so back in style. The classic lacey style is making a huge comeback, as seen in Galia Lahav’s show.

Galia Lahav

Ines Di Santo

Marchesa

3. Mid Length

Midi dresses give you the perfect opportunity to show off that stunning wedding shoe while keeping it classy.

Laure de Sagazan

Hayley Paige

Elie Saab

Lakum

Julie Vino

4. Minimalistic

These gowns are (gorgeous) proof that your dress doesn’t need to be busy to be breathtaking.

Amsale

Badgley Mischka

Carolina Herrera

Pronovias

5. Puffy Sleeves

If you asked us last week if we thought puffy sleeves would look good on a wedding dress, we’d probably laugh – until now.

Marchesa

RIVINI

Marchesa

6. Rompers and Jumpsuits

Trade in the tried-and-true traditional white gown for an edgy, high-fashion romper! This unique take on bridal fashion is for the most daring of brides and is sure to turn heads as you walk down the aisle.

Laure de Sagazan

Ines Di Santo

Mark Zunino

Lihi Hod

Naeem Khan

7. Royal Capes

We saw the cape trend on the runway last season too, but it’s safe to say that this season – this amazing trend got a MAJOR upgrade.

Naeem Khan

Julie Vino

Mark Zunino

Zuhair Murad

8. Short Dresses

Next year’s brides are all about being short and sweet! These gorgeous gowns prove that you don’t have to sacrifice skin for sophistication on your wedding day.

Laure de Sagazan

Marchesa

Rime Arodaky

9. Shoulder Bows

In 2018, bows will be a bride’s new best friend! Check out these amazing designs by Marchesa and Naeem Khan that take this girly favorite to a whole new level of glamorous.

Marchesa

Naeem Khan

10. Wrap Dresses

Rime Arodaky and Galia Lahav proved that wrap dresses can be sophisticated, elegant, and sexy all wrapped up into one wedding dress!

Galia Lahav

Rime Arodaky

11. Bell sleeves

Step towards your alter like a vintage queen in this chic and elegant sleeve style that takes us back in time!

RIVINI

Hayley Paige

Rime Arodaky

Arodaky

Rime Arodaky

12. Bridal Jackets

Warning: Not suitable for the basic bride.

Laure de Sagazan

Hayley Paige

Monique Lhuillier

13. Colorful Embroidery

Be vibrant on your big day! This year’s designs from Suzanne Harward and Temperely London featured some colorful designs that we’re more than a little obsessed with.