WEDDING BELLS ARE RINGING: SPRING 2023 BRIDAL TRENDS
A look from Elie Saab’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit; Elie Saab)
After 2 years of postponed weddings, thanks to Covid, here come the brides! An estimated 2.5 million weddings—the most since 1984—are expected to take place in the U.S. in 2022, according to market-research firm, The Wedding Report. The wedding boom follows a record number of cancellations, postponements, elopements–and lots of Zoom nuptials (yes, it’s true) during the past two years.
“Weddings are, without a doubt, back to pre-pandemic levels,” says Hannah Nowack, Real Weddings editor at The Knot, in an interview with Forbes.
A look from Mira Zwillinger’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection . (Photo Credit: Mira Zwillinger)
Certainly, some couples will continue to hold intimate micro-weddings, but wedding vendors, venues and planners note a return to traditional ceremonies with larger guest lists. In the second half of 2021, The Knot reported the average guest count to be 110, compared with the pre-pandemic average of 131. And in 2022 the average number of guests is projected to be 129, which is in line with pre-pandemic figures. “After so many months of planning, and time spent away from loved ones, these couples are eager to reunite and celebrate with a blowout bash,” says Nowack.
Even the White House will host a wedding celebration this year as President Joe Biden’s granddaughter Naomi Biden will marry her longtime love, Peter Neal.
Joe Biden’s Granddaughter Naomi Biden Will Have a White House Wedding Celebration. Here she is with her fiance Peter Neal. (Photo Credit: Yahoo Finance)
“The President and First Lady will host the wedding reception for their granddaughter Naomi Biden and her fiancée Peter Neal at the White House on November 19, 2022,” Elizabeth Alexander, the communications director for Dr. Jill Biden, tells PEOPLE in a statement. “The First Family, the couple, and their parents are still in the planning stages of all of the wedding festivities and look forward to announcing further details in the coming months.”
Although Naomi Biden’s upcoming wedding may still be in the planning stages, one thing is for sure, she will have plenty of bridal dresses to chose from as New York Luxury Bridal Fashion Week (NYLBFW) just wrapped up its spring 2023 season (debuting from April 6-8, 2022). The show has finally returned to in-person runway shows and market appointments. A good sign.
NYLBFW, an industry event where bridal designers and brands unveil their latest collections, happens twice a year, October and April, and draws retail buyers, press, and of course, future brides to be. Pre-covid, many bridal labels would host theatrical runway shows, presentations, and intimate events, to fashion insiders; but today, thanks to CFDA’s RUNWAY360, everyone has access to the latest bridal spring 2023 collections.
In an interview with WWD, The Bridal Council’s executive director Michelle Iacovelli stated, “The wonderful thing is over 13 countries will be represented by designers traveling to New York City, the capital of bridal.” What’s interesting is that even though collections will be presented digitally, the brands will still be in New York doing market appointments, it’s a real hybrid.” She further explained, “The demand is there from the brides. This year is set to be the biggest number of weddings since 1984.”
For all of you brides and bridal designers out there, who are either planning your wedding or interested in bridal’s latest trends, this is for you:
“For the fourth season, The Bridal Council is continuing its partnership with Pullquest to feature the 2023 collections on The Bridal Council x Pullquest’s digital showroom platform. The site will display the online presentation schedule and continue to act as a digital marketing tool and sales platform with collection imagery and videos, downloadable press kits and more for six months following Luxury Bridal Fashion Week,” according to WWD.
Established bridal designers like Monique Lhullier, Marchesa, Amsale, and Anne Barge (to name a few) have all presented, alongside smaller and up-and-coming brands, during a jam-packed three-day virtual and in-person affair. During these shows, brides become inspired by the fashion, accessories, and trends before making their wedding dress plans. Although it is important to keep in mind that a bride should chose a look that they feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful in, they should also be looking for a dress that speaks to their personal style.
A look from Anne Barge’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Anne Barge)
This season there were plenty of gorgeous gowns to chose from that ran the gamut – from princess and minimalist to frilly and daring.
Here are a few breakout trends for the spring 2023 bridal season.
SINGULAR SENSATION
One shoulder gowns are making a splash this season! Designers are opting for asymmetrical dresses, offering their brides a modern and fresh twist for their fairy-tale event.
A look from Elie Saab’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Elie Saab)
A look from LEGENDS Romona Keveza’s Spring 2023. (Photo Credit: Romona Keveza)
A look from Kim Kassas Couture Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Kim Kassas Couture)
A look from Mira Zwillinger’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Mira Zwillinger)
A look from Nadia Manjarrez Studio Bridal’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Nadia Manjarrez Studio)
A look from Amsale’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Amsale)
BARE CONDITIONING
Following in the footsteps of the last ready-to-wear fashion week, the Cut-It-Out trend lives on. Sexy and strategic cut outs have replaced the transparent trend as the new, must have, racy bridal dress of the season.
A look from Costarellos’ Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Costarellos)
A look from Lihi Hod’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Lihi Hod)
A look from Sachin & Babi’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Sachin & Babi)
A look from Theia’s Spring 2023 Bridal Collection. (Photo Credit: Theia)
TAKE A BOW
Bows are back! From exaggerated oversized bows to demure little ties, these romantic ties are a refreshing take on traditional dresses.
A look from Honor NYC Bridal’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Honor)
A look from LEGENDS Romona Keveza’s Spring 2023 . (Photo Credit: Romona Keveza)
A look from ALYNE by Rita Vinieris’ Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Rita Vinieris)
A look from Mira Zwillinger’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Mira Zwillinger)
A look from Peter Langner’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Peter Langer)
A look from Nadia Manjarrez’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Nadia Manjarrez)
AND THE BRIDE WORE…..PANTS
Not every bride dreams of wearing a dramatic gown, so for spring 2023 designers are offering plenty of trouser options.
A look from Amsale’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Amsale)
A look from Rami Al Ali’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Rami Al Ali)
A look from Sachin & Babi’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Sachin & Babi)
A look from Costarellos’ Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Costarellos)
THE RETURN OF THE MINI
The mini was one of the biggest runway trends this season and the bridal market has jumped on the bandwagon. They offer plenty of mini-dress bridal numbers that are sweet and sassy.
A look from Elie Saab’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Elie Saab)
A look from Rami Al Ali’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Rami Al Ali)
A look from Peter Langner’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Peter Langer)
A look from Odylyne The Ceremony Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Odylyne)
A look from Honor NYC Bridal’s Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Honor)
CORSET IT IS
The corset trend is stronger than ever as bridal designers offer some of the most romantic lingerie-inspired bodices for spring.
A look from Dana Harel’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Dana Harel)
A look from Theia’s Spring 2023 Bridal Collection. (Photo Credit: Theia)
A look from RIVINI by Rita Vinieris’ Bridal Spring 2023 Collection . (Photo Credit: Rita Vinieris)
A look from Lihi Hod’s Bridal Spring 2023 Collection. (Photo Credit: Lihi Hod)
A look from Romona Keveza’s Bridal Collection Spring 2023. (Photo Credit: Romona Keveza)