From frothy skirts and textured luxury to bold belts, here are six runway looks we love in autumn/winter 2016
Frothy skirts
There is nothing even remotely meringue-like about the new crop of frothy skirts. Naeem Khan masters this look by combining a full layered tulle skirt with a super-sexy longline fitted bodice, letting the bride sway those hips. thewedding-club.co.uk
Shades of grey
The talented Tenerife duo Marco & Maria capture two trends – the bow neck and the blue-grey hue – with this sophisticated gown. Bold chain detailing gives this feminine style a bold edge. marcoymaria.com
Cocktail glamour
Unstructured slimline looks cut a dash for brides who want 1930s cocktail-hour elegance. The flattering neckline and luxurious silk of this gown by New York designer Justin Alexander ramp up the wedding glamour. justinalexanderbridal.com
Bold belts
Belts are cropping up everywhere – ranging from wide and waist-cinching to slimline in crystal, pearl and metal. We love this YolanCris chain style. A clever take on the 1960s look, and worn low on the hips, it is interwoven with a silken sash. yolancris.com
Gold standard
Texture is big, as is the trend for evening-style gowns with sparkle – and Ruth Milliam’s gown has both. Featuring a super-long fitted and beaded gold bodice with plunge neck, it also has a frivolous ruffled skirt to take you from ceremony to dance floor. ruthmilliam.com
Cape crusade
Cover-ups – from capes to stoles – are a key 2017 bridal trend. For a super-simple take on the look, we love Zaeem Jamal’s elegant long silk design worn here over a plunge-neck mini. Just the thing for the ceremony, it creates a soft train effect and would also be a great honeymoon piece. zaeemjamal.com
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Photos: Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week; White Gallery London
