Bridal Dress Trends For 2014

We asked Wedding Ideas magazine Editor, Jade Pearson, to reveal the biggest bridal dress trends for 2014…
 

1. High necklines

High necks have been super-popular this year, and they’re set to become even bigger in 2014. In particular, sheer and lace high necks, à la Audrey Hepburn, will continue to sell out fast. But some designers are going to mix it up, creating high halternecks, which are perfect for destination weddings – chic without being too heavy.

[L-R: Romantica of Devon, True Bride, Alfred Angelo]
 

2. Sparkly embellishments

We’ll finally see a shift from the plain, lace, vintage trends of late with sparkly embellishments coming through. Although lace will still be popular, it will be amped up with a crystal belt, or the bodice will be adorned with crystals. This will have a dazzling effect under the sun abroad.

[L-R: Ellis Bridals, Mori Lee]
 

3. Shorter styles

If you’re dreading the thought of dragging a long train behind you as you greet your groom on the beach, fear not! Short dresses are set to fly off the shelves in 2014. From cute tea-length designs to above-the-knee styles, it seems all the designers have featured short hemlines in their new collections. Cute and cool.

[Alexia Designs]
 

4. Floaty layers

From shimmering silks to lightweight chiffons, designers have added floaty layers on top of their skirts to create a magical image of their brides gliding down the aisle. Oh-so-elegant and perfect for overseas weddings.

[L-R: Sophia Tolli, Victoria Jane, Agnes Bridal]
 

5. Dress switch

Brides themselves are creating new trends for 2014. Breaking tradition, many brides will change into shorter, fun dresses for the evening, after a long day in a heavier full-length design. It means they can party ‘til dawn without any trouble. Ideal.

[D’Zage]
 

Which of these wedding dress trends gets your vote?