The Biggest Bridal Trends from NYBFW 2025

New York Bridal Fashion Week 2025 has unveiled a captivating array of wedding dress trends that blend timeless elegance with modern flair. From bold silhouettes to intricate details, here’s a curated look at the styles set to define weddings in the coming year.​ 

Model in an A-line lace wedding dress with botanical embroidery.
Monique Lhuillier

1. Basque Waistlines

The basque waistline, characterized by its V-shaped dip, is making a significant comeback. Designers like Monique Lhuillier and Watters showcased gowns that elongate the torso and accentuate the waist, offering brides a regal and refined silhouette. ​

Model in a corset wedding dress and veil with floral details for a modern and romantic look.
KYHA Studios
Model in a dropped-waist corset wedding dress with a voluminous silhouette, perfect for a minimalist bride.
Elly Sofocli

2. Colors 

Departing from traditional whites, designers introduced gowns in soft pastels, muted golds, and even bold reds. This shift allows brides to express individuality and break away from convention.

Model in a wedding dress with colorful floral motifs, photographed in a park beside an antique statue.
Monique Lhuillier | Photo: José Villa
Light pink wedding dress and a veil with unique 3D floral details for a modern and romantic look.
Nicole + Felicia

3. Floral Appliqués

Floral motifs took on a new dimension with oversized, 3D appliqués adorning gowns. Designers incorporated these elements to add texture and a touch of whimsy to classic silhouettes.

Model in a lace wedding dress with unique texture and elegant floral details.
Mira Zwillinger
Wedding dress with unique 3D floral details for a modern and romantic look.
Peter Langner

4. Statement Accessories

Veils transformed into statement pieces, featuring bold embellishments and unique designs. Paired with accessories like gloves and oversized bows, these elements added drama and personality to bridal ensembles.

Elegant bridal gloves with unique details – Swarovski crystals hanging like delicate droplets, ideal for a glamorous wedding look.
Nicole + Felicia
Model in a corset wedding dress and an elegant scarf around the neck, for a sophisticated bridal look.
KYHA Studios

5. Corsets

Inspired by vintage fashion, the combination of structured corsets with voluminous underskirts created a romantic and dramatic effect. Designers like Monique Lhuillier and Alexandra Grecco embraced this silhouette, offering brides a blend of tradition and modernity.

Model in a corset wedding dress with a petticoat and an elegant scarf around the neck, for a sophisticated bridal look.
Monique Lhuillier
Model in a corset wedding dress with elegant white gloves, styled in a classic bridal look.
Monique Lhuillier

6. Minis

Mini dresses emerged as a fun and flirty option for brides seeking a less traditional look. Perfect for receptions or elopements, these dresses offer freedom of movement while maintaining bridal elegance. ​

Model in a short corset wedding dress.
Monique Lhuillier
Model in a short silver dress with metallic details, perfect for party photos for a modern bride.
Kyha

7. Unique Lace

Lace made a strong statement, with designers incorporating antique-inspired patterns into modern designs. This fusion of old and new provided a timeless yet contemporary feel to bridal gowns. ​

Model in a long wedding dress with unique texture
Danielle Frankel | Photo by Stas Komarovski
Model in a long a-line lace wedding dress with unique texture and elegant details.
Monique Lhuillier

These trends from NYBFW 2025 showcase the evolving landscape of bridal fashion, where tradition meets innovation. Brides are encouraged to embrace their individuality and unique style, whether through bold colors, unconventional silhouettes, or intricate details.​

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