8 Bridal Trends Taking Summer 2022 By Storm

by Nina Catt July 1, 2022July 1, 2022

From feathers and fringing to voluminous layers of tulle, the new-season bridal and haute couture collections are full of enchanting inspiration. Allow yourself to be swept away by the sheer romance of it all…

Looking for wedding dress inspo and don’t know where to start? Bazaar Arabia’s Fashion team shares the top 2022 collections and trends for all the bridal fashion inspiration you need for your special day.

Wedding Dress Inspo: 8 Bridal Trends Taking Summer 2022 By Storm

Elaborate Extras

Elevate your ensemble with a bold headpiece, regal cloak or statement veil for a wedding-day look that’s extra cool.

Wedding Dress Inspo — (From Left) Anne Barge S/S22; Reem Kachmar 22; Ronald Van Der Kemp Haute Couture S/S22; Ashi Studio S/S22; Elie Saab S/S22; Reem Acra 22; Naeem Khan S/S23

Modern Minimalism

Sleek silhouettes and delicate design features, less can be oh-so much more.

Pearly queen

A trend that never goes out of style, pearl embellishments will add an element of opulence to your big-day ensemble.

Art Show

Abandon traditional white and make a statement in fanciful colours and bold prints. This trend is for the rule-breakers.

Vintage Vibes

Take your cue from style eras of the past with lavish lace, intricate details and decadent necklines. This is understated elegance at its very best.

(From Left) Pronovias S/S22; Bibhu Mohapatra S/S22; Giambattista Valli A/W22; Peter Lagner 23; Sandra Mansour A/W22; Ashi Studio S/S22; Hermione De Paula S/S22

Dare To Wear

Unexpected silhouettes. Shocking shoulders. Sports-luxe looks. These off-kilter ensembles are guaranteed to wow.

(From Left) Juana Martin Haute Couture S/S22; Alexis Mabille Haute Couture S/S22; Roksanda A/W22; Schiaparelli Haute Couture S/S22; Gucci A/W22; Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture S/S22; Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini A/W22

Terrific Two-Pieces

Who says you have to walk down the aisle in a dress? Two-pieces are having a moment! Great news for fashion-forward brides looking for something a little different for their wedding march.

(From Left) Celia Kritharioti Haute Couture S/s22; Dior Haute Couture S/s22; Rowley Hesselballe 22; Giambattista Valli S/s 22; Sandra Mansour S/S22; Bibhu Mohapatra S/S22 Scorcesa S/S22

Pump-Up The Volume

Over-sized shoulders, romantic ruffles and poetic pleats. This season’s fairy-tale gowns bring all of the drama.

(From Left) Giambattista Valli Haute Couture S/S 22; Anna Kiki S/s22; Ashi Studio S/S22; Georges Chakra Haute Couture S/S22; Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture S/S22; Bibhu Mohapatra S/S22 Scorcesa S/S23

Complied by Nour Bou Ezz and Cristina Burca

From Harper’s Bazaar Arabia Bride’s Spring/Summer 2022 issue