Favorite Wedding Dress Styles of 2021

We often get asked what is currently “trending” or what brides are interested in for the upcoming year! While some things are timeless classics and not going anywhere any time soon, (looking at you fitted crepe gowns) there are always a couple details we notice gaining popularity each wedding season. We’ve rounded up 7 wedding dress styles that will definitely be making appearances at 2021 weddings. Many brides are currently wanting modern gowns with vintage nods that are flexible for wedding dates potentially shifting from spring to fall or holding off for another year. Whether that’s full cottagecore aesthetic, or a gown with some 70’s flair you’ll definitely notice these trends aren’t anything new in the fashion world, making them timeless for bridal to look back on fondly for years to come.

Square Necklines

Deandra by Sarah Seven

Fitted square neck crepe wedding gown on Emma’s Edition by Courtney Bowlden in our Seattle Boutique.

Rose by Scout Bridal

Delicate a-line wedding dress with a slit and a draped square neckline.

Nyles by Rue de Seine

Square neck bohemian lace wedding dress that can be worn with straps on or off shoulder.

Colette by Alexandra Grecco

Clean silk crepe wedding gown with square neckline and flattering silhouette on Real Dress Theory Bride Jackie.

2. Puff/Balloon Sleeves

Svalo by Rime Arodaky

Long puff sleeve a-line dress in embroidered 3D flowered tulle and crepe skirt with slit.

Sandra by Flora Bridal

Two piece puff sleeve wedding gown on Real Dress Theory Bride

Beverly by Scout

Long sleeve a-line crepe wedding gown on Emma’s Edition by Courtney Bowlden in our Seattle Boutique.

Archer by Rue de Seine

Unique color and boho lace this gown also has pearl beading and a subtle cutaway bodice with balloon sleeves.

Lenny by Flora Bridal

Two piece mock neck puff sleeve lace wedding gown.

3. Short Dresses/No Trains

Edie by Before By Sarah Seven

The perfect mini dress on Real Dress Theory Bride Rebecca Photographed by Molly Peach Photography

Gia by Before by Sarah Seven

One shoulder mini dress Gia on real Dress Theory Bride Caitlin Photographed by Charla Storey.

Juliette by A la Robe

Roses by Sarah Seven

Open back crepe wedding gown without a train and with a back slit to show off your shoes.

4. Pearls

Siena by Sarah Seven

3/4 sleeve v neck crepe gown covered in pearls.

Uma by Rime Arodaky

Open back wedding dress with strappy pearl detailing

Bridgette by Before by Sarah Seven

Long sleeve pearl detailed Midi Wedding dress

Claudia by Flora Bridal

Long sleeve a-line wedding gown with pearl and sparkle detailing on top with a pearlescent skirt with a dramatic train.

5. Draping Details

Hera by Rime Arodaky

Draping off shoulder wedding gown with delicate sequin flower detailing.

Maneesh by Rue de Seine

Subtle ruching on the bodice and waist and billowy sleeves for this unique boho wedding gown.

Blake by Bride by Sarah Seven

Delicate folds on the bodice of this off shoulder silk crepe wedding dress.

Rian by Pronovias

Fitted wedding gown with draped detailing all down bodice

Sandra by Sarah Seven

Off shoulder fitted wedding gown with pearl detailing.

6. More Sparkle

Edel & Liley by Rime Arodaky

Two piece wedding gown with sparkly studded tulle and organza ruffles.

Gala 1002

Lovingly referred to as the Gala Stars Dress this ballgown is quite the showstopper.

Aspen by Alexandra Grecco

Square neck floral beaded fitted wedding gown

Gala 509

Strapless fitted bridal gown with abstract beaded lace.

7. Something that feels Grand

Gala 503 by Galia Lahav

Romantic ballgown with 3D floral appliques over sheer cap sleeves and a corset bodice.

Kyara by Rue de Seine

A show stopping blush gown, silk-lined bodice and deep V neckline contrast with the playful flowing A-line skirt.

Iclyn by Rime Arodaky

Fuffy pleated radzimir top and hand applied sequin flowers with a sequin lace train.

Gala 408 by Galia Lahav

Long sleeve a-line wedding gown with 3D floral appliqué.

Georgie - Bride by Sarah Seven

Fitted strapless wedding gown with optional sleeves and a dramatic unique train.

More important than what is currently popular, is making sure that you feel comfortable and confident in your wedding gown. If you love your gown, no matter how styles change over time you’ll continue to love your gown. Contact your local Dress Theory location if you saw a wedding dress featured here that you adore, can visualize as something you’re interested in and want to try on! During your bridal appointment your stylist will help guide you nail down what features you absolutely love about a wedding dress, and help you figure out what makes you feel like your best self. We’re here to make you feel like yourself on your wedding day, just a bridal version of yourself whatever that may be.