2015 brought in lots of fresh new wedding dress trends from carefree, bohemian looks to offbeat, unique styles. We’ll continue to see a ton of these trends in the new year, and it’s a great time to start pinning your favorite looks for your 2016 wedding. If you’re on the hunt for the dress of your dreams, these are just a few of the best wedding dresses of 2015 that took our breath away!
1. Flowy and Boho
Bohemian weddings with feathers, flower crowns, and a chill vibe were very on-trend this year. This flowy frock from Hayley Paige was designed with the boho bride in mind!
Catrina Earls Photography / Dress: Hayley Paige via Hayden Olivia Bridal
2. Open Back and Lacy
A lace-trimmed wedding dress is a pretty pick for a rustic chic wedding. The keyhole back on this dress is absolute perfection!
Andie Freeman Photography / Dress: David’s Bridal
3. Fun and Fringy
There’s no rules when it comes to your wedding dress! We love this playful fringe dress this bride wore for her safari wedding in South Africa.
Sarah Marie Photos / Dress: BHLDN
4. Short and Cute
Short is sweet and chic, especially when it’s a short A-line wedding dress. This was a wonderful choice for the couple’s send-off in a football stadium!
Wes Roberts Photography / Dress: Oleg Cassini from David’s Bridal
5. Classic and Traditional
A classic long wedding dress with lace details and a chapel train is a lovely fit for an al fresco garden wedding.
6. Unique and Carefree
Pin dots, a turquoise-studded belt, and a blush tulle skirt make this style perfect for a bride that wants something one-of-a-kind.
Andie Freeman Photography / Dress: Sherri Hill
7. Lovely and Ethereal
Wispy, lightweight layers make this popular airy look ideal for an outdoor wedding.
Jessica Miriam Photography / Dress: Sarah Seven
8. Elegant and Romantic
A sleek fit and beautiful draping on this trumpet gown added a dramatic element to this bride’s romantic big day.
Suburbanite Photography and Kelly Embry Photography / Dress: Sophia & Camilla
9. Delicate and Detailed
A delicate illusion neckline and sheer lace make this sheath dress a gorgeous design especially for a rustic mountain wedding.
Aldabella Photography / Dress: Dora Grace Bridal
10. Bright and Colorful
Bold yellow flowers adorned this bride’s reception dress, and it looked beautiful with a pair of brightly colored Jimmy Choos!
Pepper Nix Photography / Dress: Monique Lhuillier
11. Darling and Dazzling
3D floral and sequined appliques were trending this year, and we’ll continue to see these details on dress designs for 2016. This long sleeved gown is dazzling for a winter wedding!
Ampersand Studios / Dress: LaNeige Bridal Boutique
12. Pretty and Polished
The combination of this dress’s rich pattern, detailed belt, and floral hair accessory is exquisitely elegant. Plus, it has pockets!
Pepper Nix Photography / Dress: Alta MODA Bridal
13. Beautiful and Blush
A lace top paired with a breezy, textured blush linen skirt is a splendid combination for a beach wedding.
Adrienne Fletcher Photography / Dress: Carol Hannah from The Sentimentalist
14. Glitzy and Vintage
Two themes we loved seeing this year: industrial and Art Deco. This bride mixed the two together for a speakeasy themed celebration and amped up the “va-va-voom” factor with a glitzy and vintage number for the reception.
Zorz Studios / Dress: The Bridal Garden
15. Airy and Whimsical
A little lace and flowy layers on this natural-toned wedding gown are wonderfully whimsical!
Prue Franzmann Photography and Enchanted Empire / Dress: Regalia
16. Flirty and Fitted
This all-lace mermaid gown has an amazing fit and creates a sexy, sophisticated look.
Zorz Studios / Dress: Marchesa
17. Rustic and Frilly
A tulle corset mermaid gown and cowboy boots added a country kick to this bride’s rustic ranch wedding.
Tana Photography / Dress: Maggie Sottero
18. Sleek and Effortless
A strapless tulle gown with lace detailing was an effortless and stylish look for a geode inspired indie celebration.
Sam Spencer Imaging / Dress: Enzoani
19. Sparkling and Modern
Nothing says glam like lots of sequins! This bride shined in style in a sparkly white dress, and it was the ideal gown for a modern museum wedding.
20. Chic and Glam
A white, strapless lace dress belted with a ribbon is an ultra glam option for a shabby chic themed wedding.
Laura Dee Photography / Dress: Augusta Jones
Which dress is your favorite? Tell us in the comments!
Happy Planning!