The top 20 bridal trends you need to know

for 2020 weddings

1. Badass Bride

This look is all about a major dose of attitude and edge. Take an irreverence and laissez-faire attitude to dress for the aisle, then amp it up even further with a punk flair if you’re feeling extra.

2. Buff is the New Blush

This shade is for the bride who doesn’t feel like she’s at her best in traditional ivory and alabaster tones. Pair it with gold, silver, blush, black, ivory, or bolder tones for a look that feels daring yet romantic—and nowhere near basic.

3. All Things Frothy

4. Coat Dressing

From sculptural silk gowns with a neckline-to-hem closure to lace-appliquéd trenches, these bridal coats are meant to be worn as gowns, or over dresses should you choose to use them as layering pieces.

5. Full Coverage

Opt for mock necklines, long sleeves, cuffs, and tons of texture. This conservative-with-a-twist style proves that regal has many forms and that ballgowns aren’t a pre-requisite for getting the look.

6. Green Envy

Wang showcased a range of soft colors for Spring 2020, highlighting a soft green amongst her other macaron shades of pink, purple, nude, and soft grey.

7. Legs for Days

Legs, legs, and more legs were on display from designers of all walks and aesthetics—be it via short hemlines, thigh-high slits, or new takes on high-low hems.

   

9. New Takes on Lace

From Chantilly to Alençon, Guipure to corded lace, and all the re-embroidered and three-dimensional options in between, lace is perhaps bridal’s biggest mainstay. Lace options unlike those we’ve seen before were popping up on the bridal and ready-to-wear runways, giving brides more lace options for and every style, climate, and vibe.

    

10. Fresh Tiers

For 2020, consider tulle layers that feel more cream puff than classic, and add volume through pleating rather than weight. These full-skirted and A-line options are for the bride who doesn’t take herself too seriously, and who wants to feel like a modern-day princess, with all the extra frills and fuss.

11. Prairie Vibes

This is yet another update to the boho bride—with a Victorian twist. Puff sleeves, smocking, empire waists, and overall ease characterize this look, which is an equal part chic milkmaid and fashion fairy nymph.

12. Watercolor Wonders

While we’ve addressed soft color in more ways than one for 2020—be it the mainstay that is bridal blush or the introductions of green and buff for the aisle, this is about a softer take on all things colorful, be it gowns in shades of pink, blue, yellow, lavender, and beyond, or dreamy floral prints.

13. Scalloped Necklines

The ’80s have been making a comeback in far more ways than one—and scalloped necklines are just another nod to fashion’s most daring decade.

14. Statement Suiting

15. Clever Corsetry

From corsets exposed on classic ballgowns to innovative options featuring asymmetric pleating, high-low hemlines, and more, we’re loving this new spin on sophisticated sexiness.

16. Feathery Frocks

From fully-feathered ballgowns to chic little minis, luxurious yet lightweight feathers add a glamorous and feminine touch to any look for the ceremony, rehearsal dinner, or after-party. We saw plumes of all variations this season, and when it comes to this embellishment, it seems designers all have one message: don’t skimp.

17. Black Magic

   

19. Gloves Galore