Fashion Forward: 8 Wedding Dress Trends for 2024

A new year not only marks new beginnings but also indicates exciting developments in the wedding dress industry. An average of 2.4 million weddings taking place in the U.S. each year. The bridal industry will continue to boom, leading to innovative fashion trends and unique ways to capture the aesthetic of each bride.

The semi-annual New York Bridal Fashion Week draws in designers, press, and buyers from all over the world to showcase transcending designs that appeal to every type of bridal aesthetic. These pieces helped set the tone for the next year’s wedding fashion, and we saw a few trends that continued to steal the show.

From modern silhouettes to timeless elegance, we’re showcasing some of the wedding dress trends expected to redefine bridal glamour in 2024.

1. Drop-Waist Silhouettes

In 2024, drop-waist silhouettes are making a stunning comeback, captivating the bridal fashion scene with their timeless appeal and modern flair. Drop waist styles offer a versatile and flattering fit for many body types. The elongated bodice creates a sleek, contemporary look, allowing each bride to add individual flair to express themselves while still embracing a classic bridal aesthetic.

Another advantage of a lower waistline is the increased freedom of movement and comfort, which is appealing for brides looking to dance the night away without compromising their style.

2. Bows

Bows are no longer just delicate accents in 2024. They’re emerging as statement detailing on wedding dresses. These oversized bows have been upgraded from the top of a little girl’s head to becoming the focal point of a contemporary bridal gown.

Additionally, bows create a three-dimensional aspect of the gown, adding depth and texture to the dress. Whether crafted from luxurious fabric or adorned with embellishments like lace or beading, this is just one of the many recent wedding dress trends that are bringing out a bride’s inner maximalist. 

3. Bold Colors and Styles

Bold colors and styles were a common theme at recent bridal shows this season. Floral motifs, abstract designs, printed fabrics, and bold colors are breaking away from the solid color tradition and welcoming a new dynamic into wedding attire.

Bold accessories are becoming key components in wedding fashion as well. From oversized statement earrings to dramatic headpieces, brides are embracing bold and unconventional accessories to elevate their overall wedding look.

4. Jumpsuits

Challenging traditional norms and offering brides a chic alternative to conservative dresses, jumpsuits are becoming a popular choice for brides in 2024. This style of bridal attire offers comfort and convenience while still exuding an elegant and sophisticated ambiance.

Another trendy aspect that comes with jumpsuits is the ability to show off your figure. Suits can be tailored to fit the bride like a glove, allowing for a more personalized and flattering fit.

5. Structural Shapes

Bridal fashion is transforming with the redefinition of structural shapes in 2024. Designers are pushing boundaries, embracing architectural elements, and creating gowns that showcase bold and innovative structures.

Some common trends seen this year are asymmetrical silhouettes, geometric cutouts, and sculptural necklines and sleeves. These structural styles reflect a desire for individuality, innovation, and a departure from traditional norms.

6. Dramatic Overskirts

Overskirts are a versatile option for brides who are looking to achieve multiple looks throughout the night. A dramatic overskirt is perfect for a grand entrance into the ceremony or reception, and most are designed to be detachable or convertible, so it provides multiple looks.

 This feature is also attractive to many brides because it offers convenience. If you are tired of hauling a long, heavy skirt behind you, it can simply be detached.

7. Boudoir

Over a century later, jazz-age and boudoir-inspired wedding fashion is being embraced again, this time in the 21st century. Delicate lace, sheer fabrics, corsetry, and bodices reminiscent of lingerie styles are being incorporated into wedding dresses in 2024.

Slip dresses and silk fabrics are also gaining popularity, offering a simple yet elegant look while staying on-trend. These styles showcase the bride’s figure subtly and tastefully.

8. Black Dresses

As non-traditional wedding dresses continue to grow in popularity, of course a black dress was going to make the list of wedding dress trends for 2024. Many collections this season included at least one option in the color black. It’s known as a timeless and classic color that never goes out of style, no matter the season. 

Many brides opt for black gowns for an evening or winter wedding since black offers a sense of warmth and intimacy, creating a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere. Black can also provide contrast against a snowy or chilly backdrop. Overall, it’s a classic color that rewrites the rules of traditional wedding fashion. 

At Savvy Bridal, we offer all of the latest trends and styles for you to choose from during your bridal fitting. With locations in Kansas City and St. Louis, our specialists are ready to help you choose your perfect dress to say “I do” in. Contact us today to set up an appointment.