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5HOT DRESS TRENDS
2022 is shaping up beautifully for wedding gown trends. From flouncy and flirty details to bold and bedazzled wonders, there’s something for every bride to love in this year’s lineup. Here
are a few of the show- stopping styles.
Shown here: JLM Couture's Allison Webb gown (style 42156)
CUT-OUTS. Cut-outs, such as front or back keyhole accents, are adding a sweet surprise to many gowns this year. Designers dared to be bold and used this design element to turn traditional gowns into modern masterpieces.
WTOO ('Hampshire')
Alexandra Grecco ('Cleome')
CAPELETS & JACKETS. Cover-ups are not new, but this year, find beautiful capelets and jackets made of dainty and feminine tulle as well as lightweight bell-sleeves, feathers and more. Don’t be afraid to try something unique, especially if your dress is simplistic.
puff sleeves are making a major comeback. For
in many gown styles – from boho to modern. Choose
a modern silhouette with botanical appliques all throughout the dress,
or choose a more subtle option with only a
few appliques strategically placed on
the skirt.
SHORTER DRESSES.
Whether you’ve postponed your big day and just want to get married or if you just plan on having
a small intimate ceremony, short and alternative bridal dresses are hot picks for brides in 2022. Bonus: A shorter, twirl-worthy skirt is perfect for dancing the night away!
BOTANICAL APPLIQUES.
For a touch of romance and fairytale allure, brides will love this year's botanical appliques – a twist on the classic floral applique trend. These details can be seen
Watters
POWER PUFF SLEEVES.
With a nod to Princess Diana's iconic wedding look,
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bohemian styles.
trend-loving brides, find these statement billowy puff sleeves
in sophisticated regency-era
designs as well as relaxed and casual