These Fall '17 Wedding Dresses Prove Tradition Is Out and Trendy Is In

Updated on 10/17/2016 at 2:45 PM

Lela Rose | TAYLOR JEWELL

We'll always love classic poufy wedding gowns, complete with lace, ruffles, and a little bit of sparkle, but 2017's bridal collections might just convince us to go the opposite route. This time around, many designers skipped tradition for trendy instead, with popular styles including off-the-shoulder details, pops of color, and even pairs of pants. Scroll through to see the stunning — and daring! — looks that popped up everywhere, then relive all the magic from Spring 2017.

Short and Showy

From mullet styles to tea-length dresses, many designs went to new heights, showing off plenty of leg — or some cute boots!

Lela Rose

Marchesa

Dennis Basso

Naeem Khan

David's Bridal

Pnina Tornai

Vera Wang

Surprise Sleeves

Illusion sleeves were a popular look, and some were so sheer we didn't notice 'em until we zoomed in. It was then we saw all the embellishments and lace, aka a wonderful, breathtaking surprise.

Monique Lhuillier

Temperley London

Pnina Tornai

Ines Di Santo

Mark Zunino

Pronovias

Casablanca Bridal

David's Bridal

Francesca Miranda

Simple Straps

Guess what? Spaghetti straps are back! Not only is this simple detail a sexy one, but it's practical as well: you won't have to worry about adjusting and pulling up your gown throughout the night.

Naeem Khan

Pnina Tornai

Ines Di Santo

Francesca Miranda

Theia

Mark Zunino

Dennis Basso

Bold Buttons

Since the crowd looks at the bride's back as she walks down the aisle, designers decided not to overlook that side of the dress. Many added big, bold buttons to their creations, ensuring the wearer would make a statement from every angle.

Sachin & Babi

Lela Rose

Badgley Mischka

David's Bridal

Ines Di Santo

Lihi Hod

Alon Livne

Off-the-Shoulder Styles

This is one trend that's still going strong, and for good reason: it's the perfect mix between classic and modern, and when it comes to skin, it shows just enough. This time around, off-the-shoulder sleeves weren't so structured, with many hanging down in a breezy, effortless way.

Vera Wang

Galia Lahav

Alfred Angelo

Ines Di Santo

Theia

Sachin & Babi

Mark Zunino

Alon Livne

Lela Rose

Marchesa

Star-Worthy Layers

If you're looking for a gown that's red carpet ready, this trend's for you. Tiers, peplum details, and sheer overlays transformed simple designs, making them statement-making and star-worthy instead.

Reem Acra

Theia

Temperley London

Ines Di Santo

Galia Lahav

Vera Wang

Naeem Khan

Mark Zunino

Monique Lhuillier

Pronovias

Sachin & Babi

Captivating Color

It may be tradition to wear white on your big day, but some brides prefer something colorful — and you'll definitely find that come Fall '17. Baby blues and pinks popped up here and there, but some designers dared to go even bolder with yellow.

Naeem Khan

Ines Di Santo

Temperley London

Monique Lhuillier

Mark Zunino

Francesca Miranda

Billowing Capes

Ready to get regal? A cape — whether it's solid, sheer, or part of the sleeve — will surely do the trick.

Pronovias

Ines Di Santo

Naeem Khan

Vera Wang

Badgley Mischka

Reem Acra

Mark Zunino

Alfred Angelo

Power Pants

The wedding pants trend continues to grow, with jumpsuits and matching sets appearing alongside dresses and gowns. Even if you aren't willing rock 'em down the aisle, they're great to change into once the ceremony is over!

Viktor & Rolf

Mark Zunino

Lela Rose

Elizabeth Fillmore

Galia Lahav

Theia

David's Bridal