The Top 5 Looks For the Modern Bride

As the big push towards wedding season approaches, every bride is going to be looking for her perfect wedding dress. From bespoke wedding gowns to off the rack favourites, there are myriad ways to incorporate the latest trends into your big day. While traditional always seems to hold its own when it comes to colours and general looks, the top trends of each year dictate the overall market. If you want something different this year, why not consider shorter skirts, dramatic backs, appliqués, peplums, and capes and wraps.

Shorter skirts

Though traditionally cut bridal dresses are always the mainstay, gowns are definitely getting flirtier this year! If you want something different and eye catching, why not go for a shorter dress? From tea-length to ‘oh my goodness’ short, legs are in! Don’t be surprised if you can’t find exactly what you are looking for, but be adventurous and find a designer who specialises in unique bespoke wedding gowns to help you create your ideal show stopper.

Dramatic backs

How low can you go? While the runways this year showcased bespoke wedding gowns with plunging backs and strategically draped shoulder covers, this trend doesn’t mean that you need to be ready to bare your spine entirely. In fact, some of the most striking examples of dramatic backs are with delicate and interesting cuts of lacework or appliqués.

Appliqués

Following on from dramatic backs and shorter skirts, this trend lends itself to a huge variety of looks. The small ornaments often attached to the dress in the form of a single item is taken to the max this year, with dresses featuring full coverings of appliqués and becoming the feature.

Peplums

No stranger to the fashion conscious, peplums are going to be showing up in the aisles before long. Get in there ahead of the trend and make this a feature of your dress. A short, skirt-like extension of the top or jacket, a peplum can be used to add structure or shape. Combine this look with a lace or a flowing cut and the romantic element is still very much present too.

Capes and wraps

Given the overall trend, it's no surprise current trends in bespoke wedding gowns include capes and wraps. If you're considering an early spring or late summer wedding you may need a little extra "cover up" against the chill, but even if your event is in the height of summertime, a bit of lace over the shoulders always adds a bit of elegance to your look.

Looking for bespoke wedding gowns? Tatiana Porembova is one of the leading London wedding dress designers and her work spans a range of styles and influences. Based in Richmond, she creates beautiful bridal gowns and bridesmaids outfits to provide the perfect garments for the perfect day.