2022 brides and those who just got engaged, this one's for you! We rounded up the top wedding dresses 2022 from bridal fashion week and your favorite celebrities that donned the look on their wedding day. While some are returning trends that are elevated for 2022 (little white dress, textured silk bows and puffy sleeves), some are new trends that we are very excited about (gloves, statement veils and high necks). Love a specific trend and not sure what shoes will match? Fret not as we also included our Bella Belle wedding shoes that will complement each trend—and make you #bridegoals. From vintage elements made modern to elegant pieces, there is a bridal style for every bride.
Scroll down for the Top Wedding Shoes and Wedding Dresses of 2022.
The Refined High Neckline
Lily Collins Wedding Dress
Grace Kelly’s wedding dress has always been iconic and in 2022, the high neckline silhouette is making a big comeback. Celebrities like Lily Collins, Paris Hilton, Lady Kitty Spencer and Jasmine Tookes brought the high neckline style back to the public spotlight with their own wedding dresses. It’s no surprise the silhouette is back as it is very timeless and a refined nod to the past.
Dress: Eisen Stein, Oscar de la Renta
Designers such as Eisen Stein and Oscar de la Renta (whom Paris Hilton wore for her wedding day) designed their vision of a refined high neckline dress in all shapes and sizes, from figure-hugging lace wedding dresses to classic A-line dresses with a tulle skirt. No matter what wedding gowns 2022 style you pick, high necklines are a very elegant and sophisticated choice for brides.
Shoes: Sophia, Giselle. Photographer: KT Merry, Megan Noll
For your wedding shoes, you want something that is refined and classic to complement the high neckline look. Sophia and Giselle are classic lace pumps that are elevated with the prettiest details to fit a modern bride. Sophia has hand-embroidered luxe Alencon lace while Giselle is hand-stitched with romantic Guipure lace. The end result? Refined and elegant wedding heels that are fit for a sophisticated bride.
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Color Is In
Lady Kitty Spencer Wedding Dress
We're saying it: 2022 is the year of color. Lady Kitty Spencer (after many dress changes) wore a stunning silk ballgown with a colorful floral design from luxurious dress designer Dolce & Gabbana. The flowers are hand-painted onto the ball gown, making it a work of art.
Dress: Vera Wang for Pronovias, Monique Lhuillier
On the bridal runway, we saw many versions of how designers incorporated color into their designs. Designers like Vera Wang added a touch of statement black color to her designs, which is a great way for brides to draw attention to one specific element of their dress. Not feeling black? Opt for colorful floral designs that have flora and fauna appliqués as seen on Monique Lhuillier’s wedding dress 2022 designs. Designers like Andrew Kwon took it a step further and designed dresses in pastel tones, from pistachio to peach to “something blue” shades. The sea of color we saw on the runway is a reflection of the celebratory mood that brides are in, as we look forward to a festive 2022 wedding season.
Shoes: Eve, Mariee. Photography: Sophie Kaye, Laura Rose.
Instead of a traditional ivory wedding shoe, add some fun and color with Eve and Mariee. Eve has chiffon butterflies that are nestled against pastel lavender hues and embroidered floral details. On the other hand, Mariee has the softest shade of romantic blush, elevated with rose gold flower crystals. Want something more edgy? Opt for our black wedding shoes.
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Textured Silk Bows
Sadie Robertson Wedding Dress
Gone are the days where brides want a simple satin wedding dress. In 2022, it’s all about the bow. These larger-than-life bows are meant to make a statement and add an element of glam to the simple satin dress. We love Sadie Robertson’s wedding look where she wore a Kleinfeld mermaid gown with an oversized bow at the back. It’s such a simple and romantic addition and yet, it truly makes a difference.
Dress: Amsale, Yolancris
Each designer interpreted their own version of the feminine and romantic bow - some added it to the back, on the shoulder and even as a subtle addition to the veil (like Ariana Grande). Designers like Amsale and Yolancris sculptured their bows with various constructions and textures to elevate the returning trend for 2022 bridal looks.
Shoes: Reese, Kate. Photographer: Happy Bloom, Michaela Klose
Brides who love a bow moment are lovers of romance. The Reese and Kate wedding shoes will fill your heart with love as the bows are truly a work of art. Reese has an oversized silk bow knotted at a diagonal, while Kate can be tied into a customized bow shape at the back of the heel.
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All About Voluminous Tulle
Gwen Stefani Wedding Dress
Another returning trend that we love is tulle and in 2022, bridal gowns are all about volume. When brides think of tulle, they think soft and romantic. In 2022, brides want to use ruffles to stand out from the crowd as tulle gives a dress incredible volume and texture. Gwen Stefani wore a Vera Wang wedding dress with hand-tumbled tulle, which adds drama to her strapless dress.
Dress: Marchesa, Anne Barge
The return of big weddings in 2022 means brides want to go all-out and be extravagant on their wedding day. Hence designers such as Marchesa and Anne Barge designed dresses with tiered ruffles—perfect for the bride who wants all eyes to be on her. Your wedding day is the only day of the year where you get to truly be unapologetically you and live out your very own belle of the ball dream.
Shoes: Elise, Bridget. Photographer: Brittany Williams, Winni Xu
If tulle has captured your heart, then you’ll love the Elise and Bridget shoe styles. Elise might be unassuming at the front, but look to the side and you’ll see an oversized tulle bow which adds so much drama to an elegant heel. On the other hand, Bridget’s detail is all at the front with pleated polka dotted tulle.
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Puffy Is the New Shape
Princess Beatrice Wedding Dress
Just in time for Bridgerton Season 2, bridal trends 2022 that we are so excited to see more of is puffy sleeves! Puffy sleeves are not only regal, they add a lot of fun to a wedding look. Princess Beatrice wore a “something borrowed” wedding dress loaned by Queen Elizabeth for her small wedding ceremony. She redesigned the dress by adding puffy sleeves, proving that this is one trend that is here to stay and will be even bigger in 2022.
Dress: Galia Lahav, Prabal Gurung
Puffy sleeves in 2022 will come in a wide range of designs, styles and textures. Galia Lahav added frilled tulle puffy sleeves on a sexy exposed corset dress. On the other hand, Prabal Gurung’s elevated a simple dress with silk puffy sleeves, perfect for an elegant bride who wants to add some personality. We love that a lot of these puffy sleeves are detachable, so you can customize your look!
Shoe: Edna, Matilda. Photographer: Jen Huang, Laura Gordon
Similarly, 2022 shoes are about how you can customize your shoes. Both Edna and Matilda feature puffy tulle bows that you can remove, so you can wear with or without the bow. Edna has hand-beaded lace flower details, while Matilda has embroidered polka dots.
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The 2-in-1 Look
Jasmine Tookes Wedding Dress
Having a second gown for the wedding reception is something a lot of brides are planning to incorporate in 2022. But instead of purchasing a second gown, brides are opting for a creative (and more economical!) way to have a second look, by taking away parts of their ceremony dress. Take inspiration from Jasmine Tookes, who wore a custom Zuhair Murad wedding gown with long lace sleeves and an oversized satin skirt. She later detached the satin skirt for a full lace gown look.
Dress: Jesus Peiro, Rivini
Wedding designers are offering an array of ways for brides to rock 2022 wedding dress trends. From mix and match crop tops to pair with ball gowns or trousers, like Jesus Peiro and Rivini, to removable skirts to reveal a surprise underneath. The idea is to allow brides to feel their most glam self for the ceremony, and then remove layers for a comfortable and fun dance-the-night-away afterparty.
Shoes: Olivia, Kenzie. Photography: Corina V, Caitlin O’Riley
For your wedding shoes, go for styles with removable options like Olivia and Kenzie. With Olivia, you can switch the bow strap for a crystal strap, simple silk strap or wear it with both the crystal and bow ankle strap. On the other hand, Kenzie allows you to wear it as a sexy slingback or feel more secure with an additional ankle strap.
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High-Low Hemlines
Whitney Port Wedding Dress
If you’re looking for a gown to stand out from the rest (and show off your legs), then you’ll love the high-low hemline 2022 wedding dresses trends style. In 2022, it’s all about the high-low silhouette such as the one Whitney Port wore for her wedding day. The lace gown was designed by Ashi Studio and features a dramatic high-low skirt with pearls and silver embroidery.
Viktor and Rolf, Marchesa
Viktor and Rolf created a stunning high-low wedding dress with a romantic and fluffy tulle train, while Marchesa used 3D flowers to make a romantic statement on the high-low silhouette. Brides who go for a high-low hemline wedding dress look are generally those who really want to make a fashion statement and at the same time, have fun on their big day as the low hemline at the front allows for plenty of movement.
Shoes: Dorothy, Viola. Photographer: Taylor Jordan, Daria Lorman
Since your dress has a short hemline at the front, you want wedding shoes that have their statement at the toe. Dorothy has the prettiest beaded bow which is hand-sewn with pearls and beads. Want a little color? Add your something blue with Viola that is surrounded by baby blue beaded flowers and vines.
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Little White Dress
Ariana Grande Wedding Dress
While a lot of brides in 2022 are going for all-out glam and extravagance, there are many brides who are still loving little white wedding dress trends in 2022. These brides are usually those who prefer a more intimate wedding affair like Ariana Grande. She wore a custom Vera Wang strapless wedding dress with an empire waist and finished the look with a short silk bow veil.
Oscar de la Renta, Monique Lhuillier
The little white dress trend in 2022 is short but has a big personality to make a statement. Oscar de la Renta’s design is all about the pleats which adds textures and volume. Monique Lhuillier’s design uses tulle to achieve a fun and airy look, finished with an oversized silk bow. This is another wedding trend that allows you to show off your stunning Bella Belle wedding shoes.
Shoes: Carolina, Lisbeth. Photographer: Laura Gordon, XO Fetti
Luckily all of Bella Belle's wedding shoes live up to the task to be paired with a little white dress. For brides who love the timeless look of pearls, you’ll fall in love with Carolina and Lisbeth. If you’re all about the t-strap look, Carolina is right up your alley. If you can’t say no to bows, you’ll love Lisbeth.
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Wedding Accessory Trend: Vintage Gloves
Audrey Hepburn Wedding Dress
The 2022 bridal runway was not just an array of statement-making wedding dresses, we also saw bridal accessories that are vintage-inspired. One big bridal accessory trend we saw and loved was vintage gloves redesigned to fit a modern bride. The wedding gloves trend in 2022 is a modern take of Audrey Hepburn’s iconic bridal glove look, or it can be something that brides are adding as their “something borrowed” from their grandmothers.
Naeem Khan, Marchesa
Gloves can be the perfect finishing touch to your wedding look as it feels very ladylike. Designers such as Naeem Khan and Marchesa added gloves to their bridal runway that ranged from elegant silk gloves to lace gloves and even beaded ones. The gloves not only feel like a glam accessory that slims and elongates the arms, but it almost feels like an extension of the dress.
Shoes: Penelope, Audrey. Photographer: Laura Gordon, Jillian Rose
Wedding shoes that have the same heirloom feel are Penelope and Audrey. Penelope stuns with hand-embroidered lace patterns that feel very vintage while the bow silk ties add a fun and modern feel to the shoe. Audrey is a modern take of a traditional ivory pump with a glammed up pearl and crystal heel at the back.
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Wedding Accessory Trend: Statement Veil
Paris Hilton Wedding Dress
Another wedding accessory trend that we are loving is the statement veil. Traditionally, veils were used to signify the purity of a bride. Modern brides are revamping the idea of veils so that it’s less about following tradition and more about expressing their personality. We love Paris Hilton’s veil with scattered 3D floral appliques, the same design as her wedding dress.
Viktor and Rolf, Ashi Studio
Bridal designers are taking note and designing statement-making veils that are filled with sparkles, 3D floral appliqués, beaded details and embroideries. Romantic brides will gravitate towards Viktor and Rolf’s floral veil, while modern brides will love Ashi Studio’s structured ribbon veil.
Shoes: Norah, Rosa. Photographer: Anya Kernes, Blue Rose
For your wedding shoes, pick a style that has elements of your dress or veil. If your veil has embellishments or beaded details, shoes like Norah and Rosa are right up your alley. Both have romantic beads and embroidery that are designed in shapes of flowers. Best part? These shoes are perfect for every season of the year.
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Here are the latest and greatest 2022 wedding dresses, bridal shoes and wedding accessory trends that will be a hit with 2022 brides. Which trend are you most excited about?
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the most popular wedding dress trends of 2022?
2022 is all about elevated returning trends such as the little white dress, textured silk bows and puffy sleeves, as well as refined old school trends like gloves, statement veils and high necklines that are made modern for brides.
2. What shoes do I wear with a high neckline wedding dress?
For your wedding shoes, you want something that is refined and classic to complement the high neckline look. Sophia and Giselle are classic lace pumps that are elevated with the prettiest details to fit a modern bride.
3. What are the most popular wedding dress colors of 2022?
Besides the traditional ivory, brides are opting for a sea of colors, from pistachio and peach to "something blue" shades and daring black. Brides are looking forward to a festive 2022 wedding season.
4. I don't want an ivory wedding shoe, what other color shoes can I wear for my wedding?
Opt for soft pastel hues such as lavender and blush. Want something more edgy? Try our black wedding shoes.
5. Are wedding dresses with bows a trend?
In 2022, it’s all about the bow. These larger-than-life bows are meant to make a statement and add an element of glam to the simple satin dress.
6. What are the best wedding shoes with bows?
The Reese and Kate wedding shoes from Bella Belle will fill your heart with love. Reese has an oversized silk bow knotted at a diagonal, while Kate can be tied into a customized bow shape at the back of the heel.
7. What wedding shoes can I wear with my tulle wedding dress?
If tulle has captured your heart, then you’ll love the Elise and Bridget shoe styles. Elise might be unassuming at the front, but look to the side and you’ll see an oversized tulle bow which adds so much drama to an elegant heel. On the other hand, Bridget’s detail is all at the front with pleated polka dotted tulle.
8. How do I customize my wedding shoes?
Edna and Matilda wedding shoes from Bella Belle feature puffy tulle bows that you can remove, so you can wear them with or without the bow.
9. What shoes look good with a high low wedding dress?
Since your dress has a short hemline at the front, you want wedding shoes that have their statement at the toe. Dorothy has the prettiest beaded bow which is hand-sewn with pearls and beads. Want a little color? Add your something blue with Viola that is surrounded by baby blue beaded flowers and vines.
10. What are the best wedding shoes with pearls?
For brides who love the timeless look of pearls, you’ll fall in love with Carolina and Lisbeth. If you’re all about the t-strap look, Carolina is right up your alley. If you can’t say no to bows, you’ll love Lisbeth.
11. What are the top wedding accessories trends of 2022?
Bridal accessories that are vintage-inspired such as "something borrowed" gloves and statement veils, redesigned to fit a modern bride.
12. What wedding shoes can I keep as a wedding heirloom?
Wedding shoes that have an heirloom feel are Penelope and Audrey. Penelope stuns with hand-embroidered lace patterns that feel very vintage while Audrey is a modern take of a traditional ivory pump with glammed up pearls and crystal heel.
13. How do I match my wedding veil to my wedding shoes?
If your veil has embellishments or beaded details, shoes like Norah and Rosa are right up your alley. Both have romantic beads and embroidery that are designed in shapes of flowers. Shop Bella Belle's Beaded Wedding Shoe Collection for additional statement pieces.
14. Where to buy wedding dresses?
If you have a dress designer that you love, look at the nearest retailer that carries that particular designer. If you don't know where to start, search for a wedding dress retailer that is close to you to get an idea of what you like.
15. How much are wedding dresses?
Wedding dress prices vary greatly depending on the dress designer. Typically, wedding dresses will cost between $3000-$10,000. If you have a lower budget, look out for sample sales.
16. Who buys wedding dresses?
Usually the bride pays for her wedding dress. Sometimes, the bride's family may cover the cost of the dress. It is best to budget in your wedding dress cost in your wedding budget in case that doesn't happen.
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