The new romantic vibe happening in bridal fashion this season has put wedding dresses with bows (along with pearls, lace, and ruffles) at the top of the hit list. We’re seeing dramatic waistline and backline bows, flowing chiffon shoulder bows, and delicate ribbon bows adorning necklines.
My love of the statement bow can be traced back to 1985 and Madonna’s “Material Girl” video. The electric pink satin strapless ball gown she wore had a gigantic back bow that my tween self was utterly obsessed with. To me, that dress, with that incredible oversized bow, was the embodiment of glamour. To be honest, my adult self looks back at that iconic pop culture fashion moment and feels the exact same way.
Here are 14 beautiful bow-trimmed wedding dresses to choose from this season. Which incredible look will you choose?
With an oversized bow and chiffon ties, this fit and flare dress by Ines Di Santo is pretty much a modern day “Material Girl” gown.
We love the abstract bodice bow that gives this dress by Pronovias an artful and architectural silhouette.
This ethereal gown by designer Lihi Hod combines three essential bridal trends we love: Bows, lace and a bias slip silhouette.
Oversized chiffon shoulder bows add a dreamy lightness and billowy texture to this exquisite lace and tulle gown from Alyne by Rita Vinieris.
The Noelle dress from Vera Wang Bride is a perfectly minimalist A-line dress crafted from layers of tulle—and finished with an epic organza bow accent at the waist.
Make an entrance with this asymmetric mini dress, complete with a mega-oversized shoulder bow. A perfect fashion choice if you want to bring some drama to your dance floor.
Anne Barge’s Glory dress is made from silk satin organza and the lace bow is actually an accessory you can add on or take off—such a clever convertible wedding look!
This incredible gown from Eva Lendel looks like it came straight from the red carpet. The beautiful waistline bow is positively Oscar-worthy!
The Gramercy gown from Justin Alexander is simple, chic and impactful, featuring a statement shoulder bow accented with a detachable chiffon streamer.
Carolina Herrera’s Ruby is an A-line silk gazar dress with a stunning off-the-shoulder neckline, delicate drop sleeves and an incredible knotted drape bodice detail.
This modified mermaid gown by Mikaella is striking in its simplicity. The dress has absolutely no adornment except for a perfectly placed back bow.
This modern-romantic pearl- and crystal-embellished dress levels up with the perfect finishing touch: A crystal collar tied with a velvet bow.
Is there any wedding dress more glam than a bow-trimmed mermaid gown? Our favourite mermaid design of the mo is this statuesque one by Romona Keveza.
Cutouts are a super cool bridal fashion trend, and we love how a waistline bow is the divine little detail that brings this design together.