The 20 Top Trends From New York Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2026
Straight from the runway of bridal fashion shows, discover 20 of the wedding-dress trends coming to a bridal salon near you.
From basque waists and bubble hems to classic lace looks and ruffles, be inspired by some of the top wedding-dress trends from this season’s NYBFW! You’ll find gorgeous designer gowns in an array of styles perfect for your ceremony, reception, after-party, and more, each showcasing the uniqueness of bridal fashion and opportunities for women to share their individuality.
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Every October and April, we look forward to seeing the new collections from designers around the world shown at New York Bridal Fashion Week! This premier event in the bridal industry sets the stage for the upcoming bridal fashion season and showcases the latest wedding dress designs. From classic styles to modern innovations, each luxury collection celebrates the essence of individuality and style, making it a source of inspiration for every bride, regardless of the dress she'll ultimately choose within her budget.
The Spring 2026 collections that debuted earlier this month feature an array of stunning styles – from pretty pearls and peplums to feminine ruffles and lovely lace gowns for a look of timeless elegance, as well as sculptural draped designs that embody the glamour of a goddess. Brides-to-be have a lot to look forward to once these gowns arrive at a bridal salon near them, and we're confident they'll find their dream dress featuring these stylish elements.
While brides-to-be could spend hours pouring over the hundreds of collection images on Instagram and the web (and we encourage anyone to do so if they have the time!), we’re sharing 20 of the top wedding-dress trends we saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week – plus three gowns from various designers that captured the essence of each inspired look.
Take a look at the top 20 wedding-dress trends for Spring 2026 from NYBFW, below:
Draped Designs
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Photos: Jenny Yoo; Justin Alexander; Amsale
Removable Arm Sleeves
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Photos: Ines Di Santo; Ricca Sposa Atelier; Lihi Hod
Basque Waists
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Photos: Dana Harel; Alyssa Kristin; Eva Lendel
Peplums & Exaggerated Hips
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Photos: Mark Ingram Bride; Ines Di Santo; Francesca Miranda
Ballet-Inspired Gowns
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Photos: Wona Concept; Dana Harel; Mira Zwillinger
Detachable Trains & Overskirts
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Photos: Alyssa Kristin; Sareh Nouri; Mark Ingram Bride
Exposed Boning & Corsets
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Photos: Wona Concept; Justin Alexander; Idan Cohen
Lovely Lace Looks
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Photos: Dana Harel; Lihi Hod; Wona Concept
Pretty in Pearls
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Photos: Wona Concept; Hera Couture; Lihi Hod
Ruffles, Tiered & Layered Looks
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Photos: House of Gilles; Mark Ingram Bride; Ese Azenabor
Drop Waists
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Photos: Ese Azenabor; Sareh Nouri; Anne Barge
Bubble Hems
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Photos: Galia Lahav; Dana Harel; Ricca Sposa Atelier
Oversized Floral Elements
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Photos: Jenny Yoo; Mira Zwillinger; Amsale
Scoop Necklines
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Photos: Pronovias; Amsale; Ines Di Santo (Note: These gowns also showcase some of the other trends from Spring 2026, including the drop waist, oversized florals, and detachable train, and bubble hem.)
Halter Necklines
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Photos: Eva Lendel; Anne Barge; Francesca Miranda
Maximalist Bridal Gowns
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Photos: Ese Azenabor; Galia Lahav; Reem Acra
Toppers
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Photos: Elizabeth Fillmore; Sareh Nouri; Anne Barge
The Skinny Scarf
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Photos: Nadia Manjarrez; Hera Couture; Alyssa Kristin
Sets & Pants
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Photos: Francesca Miranda; Elizabeth Fillmore; Mark Ingram Bride
Short Dresses
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Photos: Idan Cohen; Amsale; Jaclyn WHYTE
We can't wait to see which of these beautiful looks you'll choose for your own wedding day (submit your wedding here)! To see these styles right off the runway, find a trunk show near you – sign up for our newsletter to get weekly events sent to your inbox every "Trunk Show Tuesday" and be sure to follow us on Instagram to receive updates on stories!
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