We don’t wish to jinx not things are really beginning to look up with regard to summer and fall weddings, meaning Spring 2022 Bridal Fashion Week couldn’t have happened at a more perfect time. It feels as though a lifetime ago—in actuality, it had been a little more than a year ago—when many couples needed to halt their wedding dresses plans and postpone their special day. To make up for any year of dressing down, we’re experiencing over-the-top dresses and longing for brighter days ahead.

This bridal fashion week was still virtual, obviously, but enchanting nevertheless. Designers took inspiration from the things that actually happened in 2020—like Bridgerton for instance. The puff sleeves and corseted bodice facts are perfect for any bride seeking to recreate romantic looks in the first season. There were also more and shorter dresses for that city hall bride and micro-ceremonies to maintain the current wedding needs. Our favourite trend of? Go big or go back home! From voluminous skirts to endless tulle and feathers–we’re craving some drama after months spent in sweatpants and loungewear. So without further adieu, listed here are the ten best trends from Spring 2022 Bridal Fashion week.

The Bridgerton Bride

This is perfect for those brides who binge-watched the whole first season of Bridgerton and loved every minute of it. Think romantic sleeves, corseted bodices, and ultra-feminine silhouettes. Make a statement in Galia Lahav’s decadent couture gown, or go for Prabal Gurung’s debut bridal collection, including this cool, structured corseted look.

The City Hall Bride

For brides continuing to move forward with city hall services and backyard micro-ceremonies, look no further. We love Alexandra Grecco’s simple mini since it can be worn well past the wedding day and Viktor Rolf’s off-the-shoulder dress, while short and long, will still create a big impression.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

There were lots of wedding dresses that fit any fairy queen. Floral motifs were seen at Oscar de la Renta and Mira Zwillinger, and Wiederhoeft took it to the next level by having a quite literal headpiece. Think ethereal and delicate, perfect for any wedding within the woods.

The Bridal Cape

Add a bit of an edge to your bridal wardrobe by having a dramatic cape. They’re ideal for when you wish to have an outfit change without actually changing outfits. They’re additionally a modern option to a veil. We especially such the cape when combined with Safiyaa’s minimal gown and Rasario‘s statement-making train.

The Unconventional Bride

We’re seeing increasingly more brides incorporating colour into their wedding wardrobes. Unconventional brides should pay attention to Monique Lhuillier’s blush-hued dress and Gracy Accad’s pale blue gown, which is reminiscent of Blair Waldorf’s wedding gown in Gossip Girl. Set the popularity in 2022 by having a one-of-a-kind non-bridal, bridal gown.

Bows for Days

Put a bow onto it! From Prabal Gurung’s giant bow to Marchesa for Pronovias’s elegantly embroidered train and Halfpenny London’s playful dress having a frontal bow–have just a little fun this wedding season. The best part? You’ll get killer photos of the dress in the front and the back.

The Two-Piece Set

The bridal two-piece has turned into a classic for contemporary brides. Whether you’re a small bride curating a fuss-free wedding wardrobe or just shopping for all the events prior to the big ceremony, a stylish suit (or perhaps a skirt suit) goes a long way.

Go Big or Go Home

Make up for all the fun we missed out on in 2020 using these over-the-top wedding gowns. The exaggerated sleeves around the Wiederhoeft gown are princess worthy and The Atelier Couture by Prof. Jimmy Choo, OBE’s incredibly voluminous gown is really a guaranteed showstopper. Think over-the-top feathers and ruffles on ruffles!

Bringing Sexy Back

If last season involved cold shoulders, this year it’s concerning the bare back. Subtly sexy, without baring everything, we like this trend, particularly when paired having a simple silhouette. Let’s bring sexy back.

The After-Party Look

Whether you celebrated having a micro-event in 2020 and today are planning one giant party, or you’re within the market for any second reception mermaid wedding dress, look no further. The Spring 2022 bridal collections showcased the best options we’ve seen. From Galvan London’s sequin dress to Markarian’s flirty micro mini, listed here are some of the greatest short and flirty looks to put on after you say “I do.”