Whether you’ve got the budget to splurge, or you need to tighten the belt a little, every bride wants to look beautiful on their special day. From celebrity inspirations and designer exclusives, we are giving you the front row seat to the trendiest wedding dresses so you can look like a dream when you say, ‘I do’.
Galia Lahav Couture’s head designer, Sharon Sever, shared with Brides that this will be the year that sets bridal fashion apart from the previous years, with daring changes that leave a lasting impression. “We are expecting to see fashion which is flamboyant and non-apologetic,” she said. Could it be that after pushing the wedding date a few times due to the global pandemic, brides just want to go all out?
A little bit more personalised and timeless, brides are choosing comfort and style over traditional silhouettes.
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TREND ALERT 1: PUFFY SLEEVES AND DRAMATIC SHOULDERS
Hot off the runway and straight to the altar, oversized sleeves and shoulders are the way to make a statement while having a little bit of fun. Use detachable sleeves if you want to switch things up during the event. Since the sleeves are already the centre of attention, be wary of over accessorising.
TREND ALERT 2: VICTORIAN-INSPIRED SILHOUETTES
This type of look carries with it a sense of timelessness that cannot be denied. Characterised by cinched waists, lace and detailed hems, this style is for those looking to travel in time and bring a sense of nostalgia to their event.
TREND ALERT 3: RUFFLES
Nothing says young at heart quite like strategically layered chiffon pieces over a voluminous tulle. Add some beading and a dramatic train for a touch of fairy-tale. This type of dress, which can be personalised to suit your taste, will ensure you turn heads.
TREND ALERT 4: SHEER NECKS
Sheer necklines give an invisible illusion, giving just the right amount of exposure and class. The benefit of this trend is that it gives breasts support - making it suitable for both small and big cup sizes.
TREND ALERT 5: JUMP SUITS
The epitome of unconventional, jumpsuits, unlike ordinary suits, add a feminine and playful element to the look. Adapt a few details from the other trends like exaggerated shoulders, a dramatic train and maybe a sheer neck, and voila! You’ve got yourself a daring wedding ensemble that will have every guest reminiscing for years to come.
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TIPS FOR THE PERFECT BRIDAL LOOK
Trends require you to be bold but always lean more towards a style that will flatter your figure, budget and venue than just be trendy:
- Consider comfort: Everything from the design to the material of the dress contributes to how comfortable you’ll be throughout your special day. If you are going to have a lengthy programme, consider if your dress will be the right one for the day.
- Consider the location: Is there a theme to your wedding, and will your dress flow with the décor and environment? Consider the mood and setting you want, then determine if your dress is the right one.
- The weather counts too: Some designs may be heavy or hot, or even the opposite. Consider your comfort, location and climate to have a look that works for you.
BY NTHABISENG MAKHOKHA
Extra sources: Stylecaster.com, Brides.com
5 WEDDING DRESS TRENDS FOR 2022 YOU CAN’T MISS
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February 03, 2022
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Reviewed by Michelle Pienaar
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February 03, 2022
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