Off the Runway: New York Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2026

Spring bridal fashion never disappoints, and this season was no exception. From reimagined classics to bold new interpretations, the runway was filled with fresh takes on timeless elements and we captured it all! Dive into our four favorite trends from this season’s New York Bridal Fashion Week.

Lace

Designers embraced the fabric in all its forms, from full lace gowns to barely-there veils that whispered elegance. Anne Barge’s collection offered a timeless take on the trend, while Mira Zwillinger and Reem Acra explored a more dramatic edge to it. Lace proved once again that it’s the ideal mashup of class and contemporary flair in bridal fashion. A look that feels both rooted in romance and refreshingly modern. See some of our favorite lace looks below!

Reem Acra / Photography: @reemacra
Anne Barge / Photography: @lauragordon
Galia Lahav / Photography: @abbyleighphoto
Mira Zwillinger / Photography: @mirazwillinger

Dimension

This season, we saw a variety of volume, layers, and sculptural accents. Gowns took on movement and depth and felt alive in motion down the runway. From the cascading, multi-layered creations in Mark Ingram’s collection to draping textural details from Ines di Santo, every gown felt intentional and dimensional. These gowns didn’t just make a statement, they brought drama and artistry to every step. See our favorite gowns below!

Galia Lahav / Photographer @andrewjim
Ines di Santo / Photographer: @madisonaycoth
Jenny Yoo / Photographer: @marcycastelgrande
Mark Ingram / Photographer: @markingramcollection

Basque Waist

This vintage-inspired silhouette look is making a comeback this spring, and designers are putting a modern twist on it. The basque waist, with its flattering, elongating shape, showed up in both classic and contemporary interpretations. Claire Pettibone leaned into timeless romance with a dreamy, heirloom-worthy gown, perfect for the traditional bride. Meanwhile, KYHA and WONA took a bold approach, reimagining the silhouette with clean lines and fashion-forward details. Whether paired with a voluminous puff skirt or a sleek, form-fitting design, the basque waist feels romantic, regal, and undeniably elegant. Here’s a closer look at the gowns taking on this trend!

Claire Pettibone / Photographer: @xoandfetti
KYHA / Photographer: @matty_p_photography
Mark Ingram / Photographer: @markingramcollection
WONÁ / Photographer: @xoandfetti

Floral

And finally, one trend that surprised us in the best way: florals. While spring is undoubtedly the season for blooms, this year’s floral moments were in full flourish. Designers added soft, hand-embroidered petals all the way to bold 3D florals. Jenny Yoo designed a simple and romantic floral embroidered gown, while Galia Lahav brought bold, colorful florals to the table. This trend channels a fresh, garden-inspired aesthetic. See this bridal fashion trend below!

Galia Lahav / Photography: @abbyleighphoto
Ines di Santo / Photographer: @madisonaycoth
Jenny Yoo / Photographer: @marcycastelgrande
Mira Zwillinger / Photography: @mirazwillinger

This season’s bridal collections struck the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Whether through the nostalgic charm of lace, the return of the basque waist, or the playful elegance of florals, each trend brought a unique perspective to the aisle. We can’t wait to see how brides bring these runway moments to life in the year ahead! For more bridal fashion inspiration, check out The Trends We Saw On The Runway at New York Bridal Fashion Week!

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