Top Wedding Dress Trends 2022
We scoured the runways of Bridal Fashion Week to find the wedding dress trends you should be aware of. Here’s what’ll be popular in 2022.
Make a wish list now. The Knot’s fashion team hit the ground running to get the scoop on the latest designs coming to a bridal salon near you during Bridal Fashion Week. From frothy ruffles to romantic sleeves and amusing party gowns, the 2022 wedding dress trends have plenty of ultra-chic inspiration. These are the wedding dress trends to know in 2022 if you’re planning a wedding next year or are just fantasizing about it. Read on for the lowdown on what’s hot—and how to wear it.
Short Dresses
These outfits have a low hemline but a lot of personalities. This 2022 wedding dress style is for you if you’re eloping, planning a relaxed ceremony, or just want a good reason to show off a fantastic pair of shoes. Do you want to wear a long gown to your wedding? A short dress is also ideal for other wedding-related activities such as the reception, rehearsal dinner, and bridal shower.
Ruffles
The return of larger weddings is the ideal opportunity to wear a maximalist gown, and it doesn’t get much more extravagant than this frilly, unashamedly excessive embellishment. A voluminous skirt of cascading ruffles is great for the bride wishing to make a significant fashion statement, while a ruffled skirt gives breezy dimension to a sleek silhouette. Consider a dress with subtle ruffles on the bodice or sleeves if you like this frothy style but don’t want a garment with a lot of volumes.
Floral Pattern Dress
We’ll skip the “Florals for spring? Groundbreaking” part and get straight to the point: bold-blooming gowns will be everywhere in 2022. While floral themes and bridal gowns are a timeless combination, vivid prints and flamboyant needlework give this classic look a new lease on life. Keep your accessories minimal and allow your gown do the talking to get this fashion-forward style in real life.
Puff Sleeve Dress
Although puff sleeves conjure up images of out-of-style wedding gowns from the 1980s, these more subdued versions are all about discreet romance. This surprising adaptable element can be adapted for any form, from a snug slip dress to a large ball gown, allowing you to wear regal statement sleeves regardless of your wedding style.
Pants
What, no gown? It’s no problem. These sleek dress options are easy to wear, figure-flattering, and extremely trendy. Bonus: It’s nearly difficult to wear one of these tailored ensembles without feeling like a badass. Crop tops, one-shoulder necklines, and shorts gave the classic wedding pantsuit and jumpsuit a joyful and festive mood for the 2022 bridal trends.