New York Bridal Fashion Week - Trends We Brought Home

New York Bridal Fashion week has just wrapped up. Here are some top trends we brought straight off the runway and into the store.

Dropped waist wedding dresses are emerging as our top spotted trend for the highly anticipated 2026 season. This elegant shape beautifully defines your waist in the most flattering manner while still providing a dramatic ballgown skirt, making you feel like an absolute queen on your wedding day.

Texture is taking center stage, and we are absolutely loving this trend. This season, we have seen texture added to bridal gown designs in so many different and exciting variations. For instance, micro-pleats or permanent pleats have been beautifully crafted on luxurious fabrics like chiffon, organza, and soft satins. These textures create a romantic feel that perfectly enhances the gown’s elegance while adding just the right amount of cool girl attitude. Additionally, texture has been showcased through stunning 3D floral designs or multiple layers of delicate laces. Be sure to keep your eye out for this captivating wedding gown trend, and don’t forget to try on a few options while shopping to find out if this trend is perfect for you.

Dramatic hip silhouettes are yet another trend that captivated our buyers at the recent bridal market. Gown styles that prominently featured a bold and dramatic hip line were truly all over the runway, turning heads and capturing the attention of everyone in attendance. This striking shape gives a nod to vintage aesthetics while still managing to feel remarkably ultra-modern and fresh. Additionally, the dramatic hip design is incredibly flattering, as it accentuates your waist and creates a perfect hourglass silhouette.

Draping was yet another prominent trend that captured attention on the runways during bridal week. The use of draping on the dress bodice as well as on the skirt was especially noticeable and added a significant amount of visual interest to the stunning wedding gowns being featured. Draping is truly such an elegant technique that has the power to elevate a classic silhouette to new heights. Additionally, when executed properly, draping can instantly flatter and enhance a figure in a remarkable way. We are excited to announce that we will surely be adding a selection of wedding dresses with intentional and creatively designed draping to our curated collection for 2026.

---