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5 Bridal Trends to Know If You're Getting Married in 2016

Bridal Fashion Week Wedding Dress Trends Spring 2016

5 Bridal Trends to Know If You're Getting Married in 2016

Bridal Fashion Week Wedding Dress Trends Spring 2016
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Although we have a running list of outfits we wouldn't want to be married in, the designs we saw during Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2016 won't be making it on there any time soon. The dresses — and a few suits! — were still somewhat classic silhouettes but with a modern twist, meeting that happy medium between fashion forward and tradition. So what are the biggest bridal trends to look for this season? Keep reading to find out.

1 Short and Sweet

Short and Sweet
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The Trend: We're already digging dresses with sleeves, but come Spring 2016, this modest design will be going short. From cap to sheer to embellished, that little bit of coverage can go a long way, giving you a dreamy, ladylike look on your big day.

Collection: Reem Acra Spring 2016

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Collection: Jenny Packham Spring 2016
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Collection: Jenny Packham Spring 2016

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Collection: Lela Rose Spring 2016
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Collection: Lela Rose Spring 2016

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Collection: Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016
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Collection: Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016

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Collection: Marchesa Spring 2016
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Collection: Marchesa Spring 2016

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Collection: Angel Sanchez Spring 2016
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Collection: Angel Sanchez Spring 2016

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Collection: Claire Pettibone Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Jemal Countess

Collection: Claire Pettibone Spring 2016

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Collection: Pamella Roland Spring 2016
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Collection: Pamella Roland Spring 2016

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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016
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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016

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2 Happy Tiers

Happy Tiers
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The Trend: Poofy princess isn't anything new in the wedding dress world, but thanks to a few additional layers, this classic trend got a fresh spin. Tiers were spotted on almost every shape, from ball gown to trumpet, adding some volume in an unexpected way.

Collection: Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016

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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016
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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016

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Collection: Carolina Herrera Spring 2016
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Collection: Carolina Herrera Spring 2016

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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016
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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016

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Collection: Angel Sanchez Spring 2016
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Collection: Angel Sanchez Spring 2016

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Collection: Monique Lhuillier Spring 2016
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Collection: Monique Lhuillier Spring 2016

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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016
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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016

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Collection: Marchesa Spring 2016
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Collection: Marchesa Spring 2016

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3 Take the Plunge

Take the Plunge
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The Trend: Deep Vs are already popular on the red carpet, so it only makes sense that they'd pop up on the runway as well. This revealing look isn't for the faint of heart — or for those with conservative family members — but the sexy cut will be one everyone will remember years down the road.

Collection: Reem Acra Spring 2016

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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016
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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016

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Collection: Pamella Roland Spring 2016
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Collection: Pamella Roland Spring 2016

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Collection: Lela Rose Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Thomas Concordia

Collection: Lela Rose Spring 2016

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Collection: Ines Di Santo Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Jemal Countess

Collection: Ines Di Santo Spring 2016

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Collection: Galia Lahav Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Bryan Bedder

Collection: Galia Lahav Spring 2016

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Collection: Reem Acra Spring 2016
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Collection: Reem Acra Spring 2016

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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016
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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016

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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016
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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016

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4 Suit Up

Suit Up
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The Trend: Gowns aren't for everyone, and plenty of designers included suits in their mix. This year, it's all about keeping it classic: no frills, no fuss, just a clean, tailored white set.

Collection: Pamella Roland Spring 2016

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Collection: Theia Spring 2016
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Collection: Theia Spring 2016

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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016
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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016

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Collection: Carolina Herrera Spring 2016
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Collection: Carolina Herrera Spring 2016

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5 Layer Love

Layer Love
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The Trend: Perhaps Solange Knowles started something with her caped wedding outfit, because many designers are now following suit. Whether it's a cape, a train, or a top layer, that extra material will amp up even the most basic of gowns, giving off an angelic vibe.

Collection: Jenny Packham Spring 2016

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Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Thomas Concordia

Collection: Naeem Khan Spring 2016

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Collection: Ines Di Santo Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Jemal Countess

Collection: Ines Di Santo Spring 2016

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Collection: Monique Lhuillier Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Thomas Concordia

Collection: Monique Lhuillier Spring 2016

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Collection: Theia Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Jemal Countess

Collection: Theia Spring 2016

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Collection: Galia Lahav Spring 2016
Image Source: Getty / Bryan Bedder

Collection: Galia Lahav Spring 2016

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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016
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Collection: Vera Wang Spring 2016

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Collection: Badgley Mischka Spring 2016
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Collection: Badgley Mischka Spring 2016

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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016
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Collection: Houghton Spring 2016

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