My Fellow Editors and I Agree—These Are the Elegant Wedding Dress Trends to Know About for 2025

I may never have experienced getting married myself, but having attended three close friend weddings this year—and taking on the role of Maid of Honour in one—it seems my social media algorithms are convinced I’m headed down the aisle. All year long, my feeds have been flooded with stunning pictures of brides, and I even got the content from Bridal Fashion Week. All of which is to say, however unintentionally, bridal fashion trends have entered my world. And now, I’m hooked.

There have been some truly stunning weddings this year—tastemaker and podcaster Liv Perez’s idyllic English countryside wedding with a high fashion twist that saw her wearing multiple incredible designer gowns throughout the festivities was my personal highlight. And many have started to indicate where the sartorial proclivities of brides are headed. From my social media stalking and scrolling through the designer shows from Bridal Fashion Week, I’m confident I’ve identified the top trends that will be dominating the aisle in 2025. Of course, they’re all rooted in the classics—lace, corsetry and bows, to name a few. But whatever your personal aesthetic, and whatever your budget, you’re sure to find a dress to suit.

1. Corseted

Style Notes: Visible corsetry is very much back, and many brides will be embracing the cinched silhouette in 2025. Make a statement with exposed cosertry showing through delicate tulle, or opt for something more sculpted with one of Vivienne Westwood’s iconic gowns.

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2. Bows

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Style Notes: The coquettish look of bows picked up over the past year, but in the world of wedding wear it’s all about the drama. Oversized bows on the back are the trending statement detail for 2025—trust me.

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3. Basque Waists

Style Notes: The sumptuous romance of the basque waist silhouette has enjoyed a resurgence of popularity, largely thanks to acclaimed new designers like Danielle Frankel. The dipped waistline surrounded by draped fabric creates a stunning silhouette, and manages to feel both contemporary and classic. Win-win.

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4. Lace

Style Notes: I still think about Camille Charriere’s nude-illusion lace wedding dress. But this year, lace can be translated to suit almost any aesthetic or taste. Go for the classic, Italian-inspired look with a full gown with lace overlay, or opt for something more modern with just a hint of lace detail.

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5. Contrasting Textures

Style Notes: Brides who refuse to be traditional, take note. One of the top trends for 2025 will be embracing unique textures and contrasting fabrics. Look for combinations of lace and satin, feather trims, or embellishments that give traditional silhouettes a whole new identity.