From nipped in bodices and slim skirts to dramatic coats and jackets, brides can shine in slick tailoring in the season to come. Here are eight favourite picks for brides who want a cool-as-cucumber cut on their wedding day
1. Alan Hannah – Bodice line
With a neatly tailored strapless bustier bodice and slimline skirt with train, Olivia has a flavour of 1940s Hollywood in the cut. We love the bold shoulder detail, the only flourish in an elegantly understated line. alanhannah.co.uk
2. Joyce Young – Bardot twist
With a super flattering wide Bardot-style neckline with deep cowl back, Larissa is from the latest Joyce Young Couture collection. Made of a lavish silk jacquard, it features on-trend simple short sleeves and has a neat bias-cut skirt falling to a train. joyceyoungcollections.co.uk
3. Rita Colson – Let’s flow
We love London designer Rita Colson’s new Light in Movement collection, and this Marta ensemble shows her elegant contemporary aesthetic. It features palazzo paints, split-front long tunic and neat jacket – perfect for the bride who wants to do different. You’ll find her designs at The Wedding Club. thewedding-club.co.uk
4. Andrea Hawkes – Button up
Wallace is a smart take on the classic coat dress. Designed with a plunge neck, elbow-length sleeves and neat covered buttons, it features a flared skirt with front split to soften the tailoring – also providing an opportunity to show off frivolous wedding heels. andreahawkes.co.uk
5. Savannah Miller – Cape glamour
From Savannah Miller’s spring 2020 collection, this Sabrina sleeveless ‘goddess’ crepe cape has a shorter front with neat pockets, extending to full-length behind. The cape makes a dramatic alternative to a conventional train and is perfect in combination with a bridal jumpsuit or palazzo pants. savannahmiller.com
6. Caroline Castigliano – Cool crop
With a Studio 54 vibe, Caroline Castigliano’s Novella boxy jacket and high-waist Montserrat cropped trousers are shown here with the Estella lace corset top. This super-smart combination is perfect for a city bride and would also be brilliant for after parties. carolinecastigliano.com
7. Anne Barge – Grand entrance
Wedding coats are one of the strong fashion stories for 2020 and Anne Barge’s Covington full-length design has all the dramatic elements you need for making a grand entrance with its shawl collar, nipped in waist, full train and lavish floral jacquard fabric. annebarge.com
8. Halfpenny London – Luxe tux
This Neptune blazer, from The Air That We Breathe Collection has boyfriend styling and, with silk covered buttons and turn-up lapels, it’s a sharp partner to Halfpenny London’s romantically retro Breeze ballgown. halfpennylondon.com
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