We take a look at current wedding trends, and a look back over the last few years at popular bridal trends.
Here is our round up of key bridal trends from the latest wedding catwalk season. Enjoy your wedding planning! Check out our products on www.vintagebridalaccessories.co.uk
Studio 54
Introduce a chilled 70s vibe to your look by introducing original vintage gilt pieces of bridal jewellery or a boho headband to channel your inner Bianca Jagger!
Old Hollywood Glam
Think glitzy, think bold, think marquis settings – opportunity for donning some serious sparkle here! Bridal jewellery with the ultimate X Factor!
Get an Earful
Make an impact with long, noticeable statement ear jewels! Perfect for sheer or lace fabrics where bracelets or necklace may be troublesome. Wedding earrings add the finishing touch.
Crowning Glory
Dramatic bridal headbands and headpieces are regaining favour after slipping off the radar for a few seasons. Be bold, straighten your crown and strut your stuff like the Queen you are!
Clip Couture
If a full on bridal headpiece is not your style, how about a wedding hair accessory accent and a hint of sparkle with a simple, strategically placed hair clip?
Bridal Superhero
IN FULL BLOOM
Fabulous 3D floral and botanical appliques gave added interest and depth to bridal wear on the catwalks – team up with some additional textured fabric accessories to ensure the bloom doesn’t fade as your Big Day progresses.
TIERS IN HEAVEN
Echoing the distinctly Hispanic feel of the recent Milan fashion catwalks, diaphanous tiers providing swishy movement were everywhere the bridal catwalks also. Balance the volume of this look with large chandelier earrings and statement headpieces (birdcages look great with this style).
TAILORED SOLUTIONS
Reflecting the trends in same sex marriage and civil ceremonies, designers are offering classic alternatives to ‘the dress’. Keep accessories simple and understated to work with the linear cut of these beautifully tailored suits.
DECO DELIGHTS
Art Deco designs continue to influence bridal fashion – notably the geometric Deco wave pattern which appeared in various forms and interpretations on the catwalks.Delicate, dainty accessories tend to be overwhelmed by this style – real Deco Darlings should go for confident, bold, stand out pieces that reflect their inner 1920s goddess!
BACK ON TRACK
No longer enough to look good from the front, many designers have now placed a greater emphasis on how brides look from behind – thanks to a multitude of transparent lace appliques, draping necklines and backless numbers.A delicate backdrop necklace adds the perfect final touch to this sensuous bridal look.
FEATHERED FANCIES
Frou frou feathers added drama to many designer gowns – think languid trails of floating peacock feathers – the must have embellishment of the moment. Continue the theme with one of our many feathered hair accessories to add a little drama.
FORWARD THINKING
Slashed-to-the-navel necklines give plenty of room for long 30s styles pendants or lariat necklaces.More daring brides could just simply use the decollete as the canvas for a sparkling show stopper (Old Hollywood styles are great for added pizzazz!)
GOLDEN GIRLS
Hints of blush and antique gold continue to add a warm glow to new designs. Check out our new range of rose gold accessories (here) along with classic yellow gold sparklies.
HELLO TO HOLLYWOOD
A perennial favourite, the Old Hollywood 1950s screen siren look, makes its appearance once again with stunning column dresses with tulle overlays. Match with classic, vintage inspired pieces, many featuring marquis stones and timeless pearls.
GATSBY GLAMOUR
Many 2014 weddings will be transformed in true Gatsby style into decadent Deco affairs! Cue a big comeback for wedding forehead bands and feather flourishes. Expect to see fab Art Deco style accessories to complete the ‘Daisy’ look!
Back To Front
As more designers create fabulously embellished back panels on dresses, expect brides to look as good from behind as from the front. We are seeing increasing demand for back jewellery and striking wedding hair accessories that beautifully frame vintage style chignons.
50 SHADES OF NON IVORY
Soft tonal pastel shades of taupe, gold and palest pink continue to gather favour on the international bridal catwalks. Gilt or gold accessories will complement the warmth in these shades beautifully.
Back To Front
No doubt influenced in some small part by Downton Abbey, designers have introduced many Edwardian inspired touches in their wedding gown styling. Team with simple ribbon headbands and add more intricate flourishes through your choice of wedding jewellery and accessories (don’t forget the all important brooches and cocktail bags for this look).
TIME FOR TEA
Tealength (or ballerina length) dresses heark back to a glamorous 1950s matinee look. These elegant gowns were everywhere on the 2014 catwalks and are just made for pearls – team with pearl earrings, pearl necklaces, pearl hair accessories and pearl bracelets for sophisticated vintage elegance.
FLIRTY 30s
Forget demure 30s dresses – welcome clingy, sensual satin bias cut gowns to showcase the female form as brides shimmy down the aisle. Choose sultry, sassy, minimalist bridal accessories to complement the clean lines of this look.
DECO INSPIRED
See our fabulous range of Deco inspired jewellery and accessories to complete this classical look – many pieces from award winning Australian designer Stephanie Browne.
NATURAL NUANCES
Perennial nature themes (think florals, buds, leaves) provide a burst of early bloom for those planning early 2013 weddings – we love the delicate rustic touches allowing you to ‘bring the outside in’ (a la certain Royal couple!)
TWEET, TWEET
Keeping with the general back to nature theme, we are seeing more and more ‘tweet’ influences (of the feathered, not the Twitter kind : ) – consider feather detailing to add to thatwonderful ‘lovebird’ feeling…….
CITY OF ROMANCE
Talkin’ of that lovin’ feeling – take a stroll down the Champs Elysees with fabulous Paris themed accessories (see our fab ORIGINAL Chanel pieces).
COLOUR ME BEAUTIFUL
Feeling brave? Follow the latest trends to add a dash of colour to your wedding palette – Vera Wang leads the scarlet brigade while Oscar de la Renta champions that touch of ‘something blue’ – are you willing to break the mould?
VICTORIANA
Underwear becomes outerwear – Victorian corsets (and high necklines, more of which later) have made their way from the fashion runways to bridal runways. Chokers are key to achieving the elegance of this look, teamed up with crystal teardrops on all accessories.
ART DECO
Art Deco influences continue to delight – think geometric patterns, long pearls and lots of fringes!
1930’s
Greta Garbo and Jean Harlow style reinvented through dropped waist, swishy gowns – team with hints of Deco style and a flourish of feathers……
1940’s
The ‘Golden Age’ of Hollywood – add a dash of Katherine Hepburn glamour with our fab vintage inspired hair accessories and check out our REAL vintage jewellery and brooches to complete your look.
1970
Boho chic, gypsy feel (but less ‘My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding’ and more of a sassy ethnic twist) – go for gold to achieve that sun-kissed St Tropez touch of magic!
BALLERINA
Black Swan when she was still White! Ethereal, romantic , sweet- add delicate accessories with the lightest of touches.
LACE
All hail Princess Kate for allowing us to rediscover the fabulousness of lace – regal, understated beauty.Pearls with lace – strawberries with cream – can’t have one without the other…….
OLD HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR
Grace Kelly drama with a sophisticated sense of style – check out our multistrand pearl necklaces and classic style earrings which work a treat with this look.
RUFFLES
Did they ever go away? Anyway they’re back and bigger than ever! Delightful, frothy girly – team with our fabulous spray pins and organza cuff for that light-as-air feel.
HALTERNECKS
Developing the Victoriana theme, designers are buttoning us up at the neck – but don’t panic, with their sheer overlays, these halternecks are anything but prudish – team with chandelier earrings and a fabulous multi-layered bracelet for a statement look.
SCULPTURAL
For the modernista, city chic bride, clean simple lines which work great with Deco geometrics or can be softened with the addition of a structured flower (orchids are great).
SHORT
1960s influences creeping through here, capturing the trend for a second bridal ‘dance’ dress (one where your legs are unemcumbered with a ton of organza!) – bigger, bolder accessories suit this look – go for noticeable, dramatic statement pieces.
APRHODITE’S KISS
Classical Greek influences continue to dominate the catwalks (and the red carpets).Team with antiqued gold vine leaf headbands and Greek key symbols for an elegant, goddess vibe!
WELL HELLO MR DARCY
Romantic Regency empire line dresses are making a big comeback (coinciding with the re-release of the much loved classic Jane Eyre in 2011).Think demure and classic with a knowing smile (you’re marrying him after all! 😉
DECO DOLLS
1920’s DECO looks are continuing apace. Get that Charleston vibe with streamlined geometric shapes, patterned accessories and classic Deco motifs such as the peacock feather.
SCREEN SIRENS
Old Hollywood continues to work its magic, lots of glitz and swirls – aim for sassy and sultry with a touch of razzmatazz!
MAD (WO)MEN
The sixties are back with a swing! Accessorise short sexy dresses with bold statement 60s pieces.Simple and daring are the keywords here!
REALMS OF ROMANCE
Flowers, layers of chiffon and BIG dresses continue to hold sway on the catwalks. Choose accessories in keeping with your English garden/floral theme………
BOHO BABE
More relaxed flowing gowns are ideal for summer or destination brides – to complete your Boho chic look think 70s, Eastern and gypsy vibes – chill out and go with the flow time!
Floaty, sheer bridal capes are great for warm, Summer evenings – you might also wish to check out our fluffy, Winter capelets for cooler climes.
Check out our full range of bridal accessories at www.vintagebridalaccessories. If you can’t see what you are after on our website, please drop us a mail as we regularly trawl vintage and estate fairs looking for unique wedding accessories!