It’s wedding season! Well let’s be honest - weddings can happen anytime of the year. 

Choosing the perfect gown is a monumental decision, but fear not, fabulous brides-to-be! We've uncovered the ultimate styles for every body type, and they come courtesy of Jovani and Studio Levana. These two brands are champions of inclusivity, ensuring that every bride can find her dream dress, no matter her shape or size.

From sleek, minimalist silhouettes that exude contemporary sophistication to flowing, ethereal designs that embrace the carefree spirit of bohemian romance, each gown tells a story of its own. Whether intricate or clean, bold or whimsical, these dreamy gowns highlight some of the latest bridal trends and timeless classics. 

New York Bridal Fashion Week commenced on April 1, 2024, in New York City and BELLA Magazine hit the runways, showrooms, and bridal markets to discover the latest trends in bridal fashion. Every year, the wedding industry’s top designers dazzle spectators with new collections, gown trends, and sparkling accessories. Here’s a few of our favorite designers and what’s to come for 2024 and 2025 brides, from the whimsical world of NYBFW…

As a queer, bi-racial woman, Brenna Simmons set out to create a brand that is personal to her, aligning with her own beliefs and love story. Inspired by her own wedding, Simmons created Nordeen, a bridal brand incorporating nature's elements and sustainability. 

Introducing Nasty Gal Bridal—an in-house designed collection of swoon-worthy silhouettes and one-of-a-kind accessories to carry you seamlessly from your bachelorette to the big day.

Nikki Beach features lifestyle boutiques at many of the properties worldwide, including Koh Samui, Marbella, Mallorca, Ibiza, Saint Tropez, Saint Barth, Miami Beach and Montenegro. The Shop Nikki Beach brand website allows fans to shop the curated collection of resort wear brands year-round from the comfort of home, and ahead of their next trip to Nikki Beach.

Since 2011, Forever Refined Events has been the guiding force behind weddings that transcend the ordinary. They have helped every single kind of bride under the sun refine what they want, read between the lines of what they want to create and deeply listening to them, so that guests walk into celebrations saying, “this design totally looks like the couples’ personality.”

Closing out 2023 with our favorite weddings + engagements, featured in our Wedding Issue! Including BELLA’s cover photograpger + wedding photographer, a PR maven, a TV Host + Journalist, and a BELLA family member, they all shared their milestone moments with us.

Some people have been planning their weddings in their head for years and in the real world for months. A wedding is the culmination of imagined moments and tireless preparations. Having given the day so much, you expect perfection. However, there are no perfect days, and things may go wrong on this special day, despite your best efforts. So, how do you keep yourself from becoming so disappointed that it ruins your day?

The Justin Alexander Signature collection represents luxury design and craftsmanship with a contemporary aesthetic. The latest "Art of Waiting" collection, which debuted during New York Bridal Fashion Week, draws inspiration from the profound beauty of waiting for one of life’s most beautiful and cherished moments.

A new toaster. A state-of-the-art coffee maker. The most unique excursions during your honeymoon, perhaps? All of these are great ideas for any bride’s registry. However, while giving loved ones a chance to give you the things you need to start a new married life with your husband, you can also use your wedding registry as the perfect opportunity to give back and be generous during this time of celebration.

The big day has been announced and you are now the lucky recipient of a personal invitation to the impending nuptials. So, how about the gift? Never fear, BELLA is here to lead you into the promised land of gift-giving bliss, the happy place where no matter the wedding in question, you will be forever equipped to give gifts that most certainly do not suck.

This is bigger than just me, this is everyone’s fantasy," says Curtis Cassell, founder and CEO of QUEERA, a brand all about fitting your body and not defining your gender. Since its inception in 2020, the brand has been paving a new lane of inclusivity in the bridal space, and most recently seen on season 3 of Prime Video's "Making the Cut." Through custom, mix and match collections, with attention to detail like that of haute couture, QUEERA is creating a safe space in fashion.

Here is a different perspective on how to begin the planning of your wedding. Approach your wedding like you are creating a story for a movie; you are the lead, and your wedding party and family are the cast. There is the trailer, beginning, the middle, and the ending of the story.

Gone are the days when couples who tie the knot join hands and plunge a knife into a multi-tiered cake to mark their union. More and more couples are moving away from the age-old tradition of not only performing the cake-cutting ceremony but eliminating wedding cake from their nuptials altogether. “No one has ever said ‘wedding cake’ when asked what their favorite dessert is,” says Dana Morrissey, partner at Mana Hospitality Group.

As you prepare for the most magical day of your life, the task of curating a wardrobe for your bridal party can be daunting. Thankfully, The Modern Groom’s seasoned experts offer personalized styling sessions, guiding you towards the perfect suit package.

You're thrilled to receive an invite to a destination wedding! But then, panic sets in as you realize you have no clue what to wear for all the events - from the welcome party to the big day. We've got some trendy options from the ever-so-fabulous Effie's Boutique in Brooklyn. Our very own Editor-In-Chief, Vanessa Coppes, rocked these looks at Jennifer DeCillis' Caribbean wedding extravaganza!

BELLA Magazine’s 2023 Wedding Issue features a bridal fashion editorial of the latest bridal trends and designers showcased during this New York Bridal Fashion Week in The Style Report.

Today’s bride is totally different than the blushing beauty of the past. She requires more time, and that means more products. Before anyone says, “I do,” make sure the bride says “yes” to these tips, cultivated from my years of experience as a makeup artist, with lots of bridal applications.