The Hottest Trend for Wedding Gowns in 2017 is Totally Unexpected

With every year comes a new “big trend” in wedding gown couture – some new shade of white, detail in fabric or length, some fresh idea to inspire a flurry of gowns for soon to-be brides. It’s looking like 2017 is no different, and this trend is one we never saw coming!

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David's Bridal

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It’s all about short sleeves for 2017

In a bid to usher in a generation of minimalistic, fresh-faced brides, the trend of the year is slated to be short sleeves. With gowns in this style already hitting the circuit, it’s not hard to see why brides are already ear-marking these designs as their top picks for 2017.

David’s Bridal, Vera Wang Short Sleeve Gown, US $1298.

Maggie Sottero

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Maggie Sottero

Designer Maggie Sottero’s latest collection features lace details and a variety of gowns featuring sleeves in all forms; from cap to short sleeves to ¾ length and even some cold-shoulder styles.

Maggie Sottero Hudson Gown, US $1000-$1499.

Alvina Valenta

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Alvina Valenta

This embroidered fit and flare gown features lace detail and beading with a high neck and stunning short sleeves.

JLMCouture.com, Alvina Valenta Gown (Style #9606), US $3000-$3499.

Berta Bridal

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Berta Bridal

Berta Bridal is notorious for intricate details, sheer paneling and couture that keeps it classy – without compromising on the sexy-factor. This super low-cut dress features lace detail, cap sleeves and a fitted bodice to a fishtail skirt.

Nordstrom, Berta Bridal Cap Sleeve Gown, $12,700.

Self Portrait

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Self Portrait

This designer has been a recent blogger favourite for their beautifully crafted lace dresses, and now they’ve ventured into bridal wear with eight elegant styles for the season. This one, which features a classic cut and short sleeves, is right on trend with the minimalist designs that are slated to be favourites this coming year.

Self Portrait Studios White Rose Gown, £750.

Marchesa

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Marchesa

This Marchesa designer wedding down creates a fitted silhouette through the body to a fishtail-style finish at the bottom of the skirt. The sleeves have been created through embroidered floral details in the mesh top, creating a look that’s both on-trend and timeless.

Marchesa Bridal Notte Gowns, Fall 2017 Collection, price available on request.

Nordstrom

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Reem Acra

While we don’t think you’ll be sporting this dress with headphones on your wedding day like the model pictured here, we wouldn’t be surprised to see spring brides taking on this short sleeve trend in styles similar to this one by Marchesa. We love the sweet look of a sweetheart neckline and lace bodice and sleeves.

Nordstrom, Reem Acra Adele Gown, $7,026.

Oscar de la Renta

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Oscar de la Renta

Famed designer Oscar de la Renta created this spectacular wedding gown, with the illusion of a two-piece overlay in the lace top and skirt, covered in lace detail and finished with short sleeves and an ivory floral detail around the collar – definitely a showstopper for the gutsy bride!

Oscar de la Renta Gemma Dress, price available upon request.

Badgley Mischka

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Badgley Mischka

Known for creating the best in wedding gown couture; Badgley Mischka released their 2017 campaign, including several designs featuring sleeve details. For this gown, a special cropped tulle jacket was designed as a separate to go overtop of the gown, creating a sleeved style for the otherwise simple strapless gown.

Badgley Mischka Ally-C Jacket and Gown, US $2,500-$9,000.

The Knot

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Christos

In a spin on the short-sleeve trend and cold-shoulder style, bridal design house Christos has created a gown with an off-the-shoulder style sleeve crafted in lace and tulle, giving you the ultimate compromise between showcasing your shoulders but incorporating a sleeve.

Christos Bridal, US $3,000-$3,499.

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