Bridal The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Dressing
Whether you’re a bride-to-be planning a Las Vegas–style elopement or a fiancé deep in the details of a giant celebration, the same questions inevitably arise around bridal style. Everyone wants to look and feel their best on the day, while choosing a wedding dress that feels authentic and photographs perfectly. Add the pressure of the occasion, and it’s easy to see why finding the dress can feel overwhelming. To help, we spoke with our team of designers to answer some of the most common bridal style questions.
How do I know if I’ve found my dress?
No, we’re not talking about your soulmate, but your soul-dress. This is often the biggest question brides grapple with, particularly when opinions, expectations and endless choice add confusion. As a simple rule, any genuine emotional reaction, a smile, a tear, a moment of stillness, is usually your answer. The right wedding dress should feel natural, like a second skin. If it feels like it was made for you, it’s the one.
Short dress for the ceremony?
In short: wear what makes you feel best. Whether that’s a white mini dress, a tailored suit or something entirely unexpected, nothing is ‘wrong’. The only practical consideration is the weather as cooler temperatures may call for a longer hemline or thicker fabrics. To keep a shorter dress feeling bridal, opt for classic silhouettes in traditional white or ivory.
Which neckline is trending?
For 2026, bridal fashion is returning to romance and flare. Think timeless silhouettes paired with vintage fabrics and dramatic detailing, minimal in feel, but high in impact. Wedding dresses with scoop and boat necklines are leading the way, flattering across every body type and offering a feminine, classic look without feeling overdone
What's the status on bridesmaid styles?
Mismatched bridal parties have jumped in popularity recently, driven by a more relaxed, authentic wedding aesthetic. The challenge, of course, is cohesion, particularly in photographs. A simple solution is to unify looks through fabric, such as premium satin bridesmaid dresses, or by keeping lengths consistent. For a more individual approach, tie the group together with styling details like matching bouquets, accessories, or headwear.
What should I wear to my rehearsal dinner?
Being comfortable is key, and often overlooked. Rehearsal dinners usually involve a lot of movement, emotion and walking, followed by a celebratory meal. Choose something that allows you to move freely, such as a flowing maxi dress, a tailored jumpsuit, or a white blazer paired with a lace skirt.
