Searching for new wedding dress trends for 2019? From floral appliqués to embellished pantsuits, this season’s bridal designs offer feminine flair.
Brides will fall in love with these 2019 wedding dress trends.
Wedding Dress: Justin Alexander
Royally Off The Shoulder
Off-the-shoulder gowns expose shoulders for a romantic and princess-inspired wedding-day look. See more of our favorite off-the-shoulder gowns from this season here.
![FW19_WToo_031 wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FW19_WToo_031.jpg)
![FW19DLR_Morilee- 19 Front wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FW19DLR_Morilee-19-Front.jpg)
![Sareh Nouri_Charlene 4 wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Sareh-Nouri_Charlene-4-994x1490.jpg)
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Gowns counter clockwise from upper left: Wtoo by Watters, Morilee by Madeline Gardner, Sareh Nouri, Liancarlo
Wedding Dress: Jenny Yoo
A More Conservative Plunge
This 2019 wedding dress trend let’s brides take the plunge with a bit more security. Check out our other favorite sexy, (but safe!) deep V necklines here.
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Gowns from left to right: Legends Romona Keveza, Leanne Marshall, Ines Di Santo
Wedding Dress: Sareh Nouri
Flower Power
Floral appliqués add dimension and movement to gowns to evoke a flirty and feminine look. These designs are perfect for an outdoor setting, too! For more sweet and romantic gowns, check out these wedding dresses adorned with pretty floral appliqués.
![MoniqueLhuillier_Spring_2020_Bridal_Look_14_Tivoli wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/MoniqueLhuillier_Spring_2020_Bridal_Look_14_Tivoli.jpg)
![Lela_Rose_Bridal_Spring_2020_The_Hampden_Front wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lela_Rose_Bridal_Spring_2020_The_Hampden_Front.jpg)
![Reem Look 49 _ Icon _ Thankyou Collection wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Reem-Look-49-_-Icon-_-Thankyou-Collection.jpg)
![Jenny P_Colette - JPB812 wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Jenny-P_Colette-JPB812.jpg)
Gowns from left to right: Monique Lhuillier, Lela Rose, Reem Acra, Jenny Packham
Wedding Dress:Jenny Yoo
The Era Of The Overskirt
Brides can switch things up from ceremony to reception by opting for a wedding dress with an overskirt. Here’s several gowns with overskirts that will definitely wow the crowd.
![Amsale Maya wedding-dress-trends-2019](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Amsale-Maya.jpg)
![Liancarlo Spring 20207859a wedding-dress-trends-2019](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Liancarlo-Spring-20207859a-1-scaled.jpg)
![FW19DLR_Morilee- 2 Front wedding-dress-trends-2019](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/FW19DLR_Morilee-2-Front.jpg)
Gowns from left to right: Amsale, Liancarlo, Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Wedding Dress: Oscar de la Renta
A Chic Alternative Neckline
This modern neckline is a chic alternative to the classic sweetheart neck we’ve seen in past seasons. See more structured necklines here.
![IDS05 wedding-dress-trends-2019](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IDS05.jpg)
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Gowns from left to right:Ines Di Santo, Alexandra Grecco
Pantsuit: Oscar de la Renta
Fashion-Forward Pantsuits
Bridal pantsuits are totally changing the game when it comes to wedding-day fashion. From tailored styles to suits with sexy sheer lace, here are a few more reasons why we think this 2019 wedding dress trend is here to stay.
![Lela_Rose_Bridal_Spring_2020_The_Monaco_Front wedding-dress-trends-2019](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Lela_Rose_Bridal_Spring_2020_The_Monaco_Front.jpg)
![JustinAlexanderLook 9_AmerieJumpsuit_99100_Runway wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/JustinAlexanderLook-9_AmerieJumpsuit_99100_Runway.jpg)
![Reem Look 39 _ Ray of Light _ Thankyou Collection wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Reem-Look-39-_-Ray-of-Light-_-Thankyou-Collection.jpg)
Pantsuit from left to right: Lela Rose, Justin Alexander, Reem Acra
Wedding Dress: Reem Acra
More Sky-High Slits
Thigh-high slits are letting legs take center stage, à la Jennifer Lopez style. Check out these leg-baring wedding dresses for more inspiration.
![Jenny P Vida - JPB795 Jenny P Vida - JPB795](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Jenny-P-Vida-JPB795.jpg)
![MoniqueLhuillier_Bliss_Bridal_Spring_2020_Look_1_BL20119 wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/MoniqueLhuillier_Bliss_Bridal_Spring_2020_Look_1_BL20119.jpg)
![Oscar S20_BRIDAL_ODLR_LOOK_6 wedding-dress-trends](https://www.washingtonian.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Oscar-S20_BRIDAL_ODLR_LOOK_6.jpg)
Gowns from left to right: Jenny Packham, Bliss by Monique Lhuillier, Oscar de la Renta
This article appears in the Summer/Fall issue of Washingtonian Weddings.