Trend Report: Our Favorite Wedding Styles for 2022
With every wedding season comes new trends in wedding attire. While there are some styles that will never go out of fashion, there’s always room for new ones! From alternative colors to reimagining of classic bridal textiles, here are some of our favorite 2022 – 2023 wedding attire trends.
PAINT IT BLACK
Who says bridal clothes always need to be white? Black wedding dresses are having a dramatic moment and we are here for it. For example, take inspiration from celebrities like Christine Quinn (Selling Sunset), Sarah Jessica Parker and Shenae Beech (90201) , who all wore black dresses to their own weddings.
Left to Right: “Georgina” by Madeline Gardner, available at Here Comes the Bride. “Addilyn” by Casablanca Bridal, available at White Satin Bridal. “Spiked Gown” by Ritual Unions. “Norvinia” by Sottero & Midgley, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique.
“Georgina” by Madeline Gardner, available at Here Comes the Bride
“Addilyn” by Casablanca Bridal, available at White Satin Bridal
“Spiked Gown” by Ritual Unions
“Norvinia” by Sottero & Midgley, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique
MODERN CORSETRY
Architectural structures and exposed boning bring corset-inspired looks into the modern age. However, these looks are much less restricting than a traditional corset. So you can still dance the night away freely!
Left to Right: “Estelle” by Madeline Gardner Signature, available at Bri’Zan Couture. “Alexa” by Dreams by Lihi Hod. “AV05783” by Alina Voce By Jovani, available at Kathryn’s Bridal. “Brigitte” by Lazaro, available at Bella Bianca Bridal Couture.
“Estelle” by Madeline Gardner Signature, available at Bri’Zan Couture
“Alexa” by Dreams by Lihi Hod
“AV05783” by Alina Voce By Jovani, available at Kathryn’s Bridal
“Brigitte” by Lazaro, available at Bella Bianca Bridal Couture
NOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER’S LACE
Lace will never go out of bridal style, and these new lace interpretations are anything but old-fashioned.
Left to Right: “Fern” by Barbara Kavchok, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique. “Lotte” by Abella, available at Bri’Zan Couture. “Jeanette” by Maggie Sottero, available at The Crystal Bride. “Karlu” by Pronovias.
“Fern” by Barbara Kavchok, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique
“Lotte” by Abella, available at Bri’Zan Couture
“Jeanette” by Maggie Sottero, available at The Crystal Bride
“Karlu” by Pronovias
LOVE ON YOUR (STATEMENT) SLEEVE
Put a sleeve on it! Statement sleeves might cover more skin, but bring the drama. Not only do these dresses stun on their own, but many of them have removable sleeves – adding a bonus look to your day if you choose to remove them.
Left to Right: “D3442” by Essense of Australia, available at White Satin Bridal. “Rakkaus” by White One. “Ksenitm” by Love Story, available at Veiled by ChaCha. “5005” by Paloma Blanca, available at Wedding Design Studio by 1440 Event Design.
“D3442” by Essense of Australia, available at White Satin Bridal
“Rakkaus” by White One
“Ksenitm” by Love Story, available at Veiled by ChaCha
“5005” by Paloma Blanca, available at Wedding Design Studio by 1440 Event Design
THE LONG SHORT OF IT
Despite long gowns reigning as the traditional option, short dresses are having their moment. Whether it’s for the reception, the ceremony itself or a courthouse wedding, go flirty and fun with a mini dress.
Left to Right: “Cantina Bow Back Mini” by AJE, available from Something White Styling. “Mia” by Jenny Yoo Collection. “Ostrich Feather Embellished Trail Mini Dress” by Ivan Young. “Adelia” by By Watters.
“Cantina Bow Back Mini” by AJE, available from Something White Styling
“Mia” by Jenny Yoo Collection
“Ostrich Feather Embellished Trail Mini Dress” by Ivan Young
“Adelia” by By Watters
SLINKY & SILKY
Take a note from Grecian goddesses and drape yourself in a silky, elevated slip iteration. Both sleek and chic, these slinky gowns are minimal without being boring.
Left to Right: “Morgan” by Van Der Velde, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique. “Dante” by Madi Lane Bridal, available at Kathryn’s Bridal. “2023 Spring Bridal, Look 23” by Sachin & Babi. “Solemn” by Rebel Bride.
“Morgan” by Van Der Velde, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique
“Dante” by Madi Lane Bridal, available at Kathryn’s Bridal
“2023 Spring Bridal, Look 23” by Sachin & Babi
“Solemn” by Rebel Bride
LOCALLY MADE
If supporting the local community is your thing, then we’ve got some suggestions for you! Support your neighbors by rocking a look from one of Chicago’s most skilled bridal designers. Not only will you look great, but you’ll likely have a personal experience with the designer themselves.
Left to Right: “Mia” by Alyssa Kristin. “Fars Top and Zeeba Pant with Caspian Overskirt” by Goli June. “Salma” by Van Der Velde. “Aries” by Varca Bridal.
“Mia” by Alyssa Kristin
“Fars Top and Zeeba Pant with Caspian Overskirt” by Goli June
“Salma” by Van Der Velde
“Aries” by Varca Bridal
FAIRYTALE COME TRUE
One trend that never goes out of style is the princess-inspired gown. Fairytales aren’t just for movies, walk down the aisle dripping in romantic, dreamy elegance. After all, this is your day to feel like royalty.
Left to Right: “Sarang” by White One. “Dolly” by Randy Fenoli, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique. “D311 Aurora” by Disney Fairy Tale Weddings, available at Bri’Zan Couture. “Evette” by Juliette by Madeline Gardner.
“Sarang” by White One
“Dolly” by Randy Fenoli, available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique
“D311 Aurora” by Disney Fairy Tale Weddings, available at Bri’Zan Couture
“Evette” by Julietta by Madeline Gardner
Now that you’ve seen our favorite trends, are you ready to find your dream dress? Make an appointment with the area’s top bridal salons!
