We’re in the heart of engagement season, and if you’re one of the women wearing a sparkly new diamond, you are probably already thinking about wedding-dress shopping.
It’s one of the best parts of the planning process, but if you aren’t exactly sure what you are looking for, it can also be one of the most overwhelming. So, for those of you who haven’t had your dream dress pinned for years now, we rounded up the top trends to make your “yes to the dress” moment a whole lot easier to come by.
From chic capes to barely-there details to off-the-shoulder necklines, here are the top bridal trends you need to know for 2018.
Chic Capes and Jackets
If you are looking for something a little less traditional, ditch the veil for a cape or jacket. These were a go for fashion-forward designers like Justin Alexander to Reem Acra.
Photo: Justin Alexander Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Justin Alexander
Photo: Justin Alexander Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Justin Alexander
Photo: Inbal Dror Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Inbal Dror
Photo: Reem Acra Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Reem Acra
Photo: Ines Di Santo Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Ines Di Santo
Off-the-Shoulder Necklines
Off-the-shoulder has been the season’s hottest ready-to-wear neckline, and bridal designers took note. The décolleté-enhancing necklinefound its way onto everythingfromdramatic ballgowns to fit and fare silhouettes.
Photo: Morilee by Madeline Gardner | Courtesy of Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Photo: David’s Bridal Fall 2018
Photo: Mark Zunino Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Mark Zunino
Photo: Inbal Dror Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Inbal Dror
Photo: Watters Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Watters
Photo: Sottero and Midgley Fall 2018
Sheer Details
While sheer details aren’t exactly anything new, designers have taken the sheer trend to a much sexier level. Think totally see-through dresses and skirts, plus pretty plunging necklines (all done tastefully, of course! ).
Photo: Rosa Clará Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Rosa Clará
Photo: David’s Bridal Fall 2018
Photo: BERTA Fall 2018 | Courtesy of BERTA
Photo: Morilee by Madeline Gardner Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Photo: Pronovias Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Pronovias
Back Accents
The detail on the back of your gown is a surprise element that will leave your guests speechless.
Photo: Rosa Clará Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Rosa Clará
Photo: Anne Barge Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Anne Barge
Photo: David’s Bridal Fall 2018
Photo: Watters | Courtesy of Watters
Nude Dresses
While you can’t go wrong with a white wedding gown, designers put a fresh twist on romantic dresses this year with blush and nude hues.
Photo: Ines Di Santo Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Ines Di Santo
Photo: Inbal Dror Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Inbal Dror
Photo: Lazaro Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Lazaro
Photo: Anne Barge Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Anne Barge
Photo: Blush by Hayley Paige Fall 2018 | Courtesy of Blush by Hayley Paige
