Real Weddings: These Are the Top Trends for Winter Wedding Dresses, According to Vancouver Wedding Experts

THE LOOK: Sleeve It To Me

PROS SAY: “Brides are more inclined to go with a sleeve or something with more coverage, depending on the setting,” says Tessa Marie Crowe, head stylist at Everly Bridal. Some brands, like Truvelle, even offer detachable sleeves.

WEAR IT: Winter by Made with Love; Truvelle’s Wisteria Sleeves

THE LOOK: Silver Siren

PROS SAY: “We’re seeing beading and cooler-toned gowns: think Frozen vibes,” says Crowe. “Brides are embracing their inner Elsa for winter weddings.”

WEAR IT: The Flora or Simone by Katherine Tash

THE LOOK: Royal Elegance

PROS SAY: Winter is the perfect time for that regal accessory, Crowe notes: “Accessorizing becomes more wondrous with capes, faux fur and Sofia Richie-inspired diamonds.”

WEAR IT: Ludlow jacket by Alexandra Grecco or the Jewel cape by Jenny Yoo

THE LOOK: Cozy in Crepe

PROS SAY: “The winter bride loves a classic crepe dress,” says Gaby Bayona, owner of bridalwear brands Truvelle, Laudae and Aesling. “They often say it feels cozy and glove-like for a chilly day.”

WEAR IT: The Aesling Frida or Westminster

THE LOOK: Luxe Texture

PROS SAY: “In the winter, brides might be interested in incorporating textured fabrics into their look—like sparkle, jacquards, laces,” says Lindsay Mix, head of merchandising at Park and Fifth.

WEAR IT: The Dalton from Park and Fifth

THE LOOK: Classic Cinderella

PROS SAY: The swerve away from sleek modernism is here. “I can feel this resurgence of a more traditional, vintage style gown coming back, like a Cinderella ball gown or a classic lace,” notes Crowe.

WEAR IT: Protea by Alena Leena or Marisol by Jenny Yoo

THE LOOK: Haute New Hues

PROS SAY: “Brides are starting to play with hints of colour a bit more,” says Mix, noting that vintage-inspired champagne and hints of blue have started to become more popular. Adds wedding dress designer Stesha Ho (who, full disclosure, is also the art director of this magazine), “Blush or almond allow embellishment like lace or beading to stand out more… and makes it easier to rewear your dress after your wedding.”

WEAR IT: Hazel Arden by Jenny Yoo or Luna by Katherine Tash; the Park and Fifth Emerson

THE LOOK: Drop-Waist Drama

PROS SAY: Winter will carry on a look that’s been popular throughout the year. Says Ho, “We’ll be riding on the trend of drop-waist and Basque-style dresses, which feature a V-shaped waistline.”

WEAR IT: Bride Katie wears a custom two-piece Basque-style corset with a tulle skirt

THE LOOK: Costume Change

PROS SAYL “We’re seeing brides requesting two- or three-in-one dresses, where we create a few things on their dresses to be detachable, for example, sleeves, skirt, a bow or a topper,” says Ho. For brides who like the idea of having a gown for the ceremony and a mini dress for the reception, a convertible dress with detachable elements does it all.

WEAR IT: Bride Megan wears a custom mini dress with a detachable overskirt

THE LOOK: Black-Tie Bridesmaids

PROS SAY: “Bridesmaids may opt for more of a ‘gala’ look in darker colours, and dresses may be more structured or have a bit of drama, like a high slit or a low back,” says Mix.

WEAR IT: The Park and Fifth Thurlow in dark olive or the Reeve dress in black

THE LOOK: Two-Piece  Perfection

PROS SAY: “It’s a way to give your wedding dress longevity where they are able to rewear it after their wedding, like pairing their Basque-style corset top with pants or jeans, to sort of make it more casual,” says Ho.

WEAR IT: Park and Fifth’s Conrad set

THE LOOK: Buttercup Bliss

PROS SAY “This year we’ve seen a big rise in butter yellow for bridesmaids, which I am absolutely here for,” says Crowe, noting that mismatched pastels have been a hot trend too, any time of year.

WEAR IT Buttercup yellow bridesmaids gowns by Jenny Yoo