Wedding Fashion

Expert wedding planning tips & inspiration

Inside Weddings shares the latest wedding fashion trends, from bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses, to mother of the bride gowns, groom’s attire, and so much more!

Mothers' Attire

How to Find the Perfect Mother-of-the-Bride Dress

From color to style, we break down the right fit for mothers.

Whether you’re a bride unsure of what advice to give your mom as she begins her search, or a mother of the bride who doesn’t know where to start, we have tips to help you find a dress that’s the perfect fit.

Mothers' Attire

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Bridal Gowns

Dreamy Dresses from the Evolution Collection by Claire Pettibone

See stunning gowns featuring ethereal embroideries and whimsical elements.

Dreamy Dresses from the Evolution Collection by Claire Pettibone

Bridal Gowns

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Bridal Gowns

Gorgeous Gowns from the Francesca Miranda Fall 2020 Collection

See the multi-way wedding dresses and jumpsuit in the designer's latest collection.

Gorgeous Gowns from the Francesca Miranda Fall 2020 Collection

Bridal Gowns

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Accessories

How to Change Your Reception Look Without Changing Your Dress

Embrace all the facets of your style!

There are plenty of other ways to alter your bridal style for the reception or after-party while still wearing the same wedding dress.

Accessories

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Bridal Gowns

The Pros and Cons of Shopping for a Wedding Dress Alone

Would you rather have some peace and quiet or get help with the decision?

Shopping for your bridal gown is often considered the most fun component of wedding planning; however, it can also be stressful as opinions clash. Find out if going to the salon by yourself is right for you!

Bridal Gowns

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Bridesmaids' Attire

How to Coordinate Your Wedding-Day Look with Your Bridesmaids

Ways to let their styles complement your bridal gown.

While mismatched bridesmaid attire is certainly in vogue, plenty of brides still want the look to be cohesive for photos. Here's how to coordinate your look!

Bridesmaids' Attire

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Accessories

How Long Will You Wear Your Wedding Veil?

From just the ceremony to all day, and everything in between.

Although some women choose to forgo a veil altogether for the big day, there are many others who feel it completes their bridal ensemble.

Accessories

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Bridal Gowns

Petite Wedding Dresses: A Bridal Stylist's Dress Tips for Petite Brides

Discover how to make your favorite bridal silhouette work for your body type.

While many people have told brides-to-be that they can't wear certain silhouettes due to their height, Maradee explains her tips for donning the dress style you've always dreamed of – no matter how tall you are.

Bridal Gowns

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Bridal Gowns

How to Know You've Found Your Wedding Dress

Not everyone will get that special feeling when they put on their future bridal gown.

A bride finding her wedding dress is such a magical moment that there is a multi-series franchise based on the concept. Of course, because of this some women find themselves torn by indecision because they don’t have “the moment” when trying on bridal gowns.

Bridal Gowns

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Bridal Gowns

Why You Need a Bridal Stylist on Your Wedding Team

Learn how a professional stylist can be a major asset to your bridal look.

The style of the bride and bridal party sets the tone of the entire wedding, and choosing the perfect gown is one of the most important parts of planning your celebration!

Bridal Gowns

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Inside Weddings shares the latest bridal fashion trends, ideas, and need-to-know advice! From wedding dresses, updates from Bridal Fashion Week, bridesmaid dress ideas, tips from bridal designers, wedding accessories, mother-of-the-bride gowns, groom and groomsmen men’s attire, and flower girl dresses and ring bearer outfits, we share it all – no matter what you're looking for.

Wedding Fashion - FAQ

What style of wedding dress should I wear?

When choosing a wedding dress for your ceremony, it's important to choose a gown that makes you feel like a beautiful bride and fits the style of your wedding. There are an array of silhouettes, fabrics, embellishments and more that go into your choice of wedding dress, but the wedding dresses that you should gravitate toward are the styles that will totally fit in with your wedding events.

Modern brides tend to go for more sleek fabrics with unique bows and detailing and boho brides love lace gowns or floral details; however, every bride has a different style and preference for the look she desires for the big day. Spring and summer weddings typically call for bridal gowns that may have lighter fabrics, while fall and winter celebrations are perfect for heavier fabrics and materials.

We encourage every bride to try on a range of styles for her wedding day when shopping for The One, as it's important to not only follow the trend you like and have been eyeing but also choose a look from a designer that you love, even if it wasn't one you were planning on. The sign of the best wedding dress is the one that makes you feel like a beauty!

When is bridal fashion week?

If you're on the search for wedding fashion inspiration, you're likely looking forward to Bridal Fashion Week. Typically held in New York City and also online in 2021, Bridal Fashion Week occurs in October and April when bridal designers show off their new collections of wedding dresses and accessories.

Where can I find wedding dress inspiration?

Inside Weddings offers a range of wedding dress inspiration on this page, as well as looks from real brides and wedding parties in our real wedding section!

What wedding accessories do I need?

Of course, the final choice is up to you, but the most common wedding accessories include: wedding shoes, bridal veil, a garter, undergarments, lingerie, or shapewear, a headpiece or hair accessories, and wedding jewelry!