Picking our top 18 gowns of 2018 was nearly impossible. There are SO many gorgeous gowns around our dearly beloved town. So we tried to pick a variety of styles to showcase the trends we loved most in 2018.
Now scroll on! This is wear it’s at.
1. AS SEEN INKatelin + Cameron // GOWNAlta Moda Bridal // PHOTORebekah Westover Photography(a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS This Hayley Paige gown (which graced one of our 2018 covers!) stole our hearts the second we saw it. From the whimsical detailing, to the movement, to the amazing amethyst color, bride Katelin Parcell just sparkles. It’s easy, breezy, beautiful, cover bride.
2. AS SEEN INBaby, Let’s Dance // GOWNPritchétt Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOSummer Rae // UVB SAYS Those SLEEVES. They are so fun, flirty and fabulous that we’ll never be over them. And we can’t think of a more perfect gown for the gorgeous Brooklyn Fullmer, who hails from Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance. Plus! Brooklyn’s wedding will be featured in our 2019 issue. Can’t wait for y’all to see.
3. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNHarlow Brides(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS The beading on this gown just slays us. And how gorgeous is that scalloped sleeve and blousey waist? Casual chic perfection.
5. AS SEEN INVintage Elegance // GOWNNatalie Wynn Design // PHOTOConnie Balluff(a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS This off-the-shoulder, two-piece gown is such a stunner. We love the lace and how sleek and lovely this look is. And paired with that incredible veil? We’re goners.
6. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNJ. Noelle Design(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS This 3D lace top is fresh, fanciful and fierce. What a showstopper.
7. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNBitsy Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS Bows are back — and nothing makes us happier. Oh, except maybe that this is pink. Bows and pink — two of our very favorite things.
8. AS SEEN INTaste of the Tropics // GOWNPritchétt Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOJulia Mather Photography // UVB SAYS Oh, hello wondrous winged sleeves! Plus, when the bride turns around, that stunning lace turns into a mini capelet — and we are so here for it.
9. AS SEEN INQueen of the Sun // GOWNElizabeth Cooper Design(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOAlyssa Ence Photograpy // UVB SAYS How fabulous is the height on these sleeves? And we love how the tulle overlay crosses on the bodice and then flows into the skirt. Royally gorgeous.
10. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNModest by Mon Cheri(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS Long sleeves. Lace. Absolute loveliness.
11.AS SEEN INBlown Away By Zion // GOWNCathy Telle // PHOTOTyler Rye Photography(a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS Capes are the new veils, and this daring, dramatic dress (which graced one of our covers!) is such a statement piece. We’re in love. (P.S. Love you forever too, veils.)
12.AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNBridal Closet(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS A bodice made entirely of Swarovski crystals paired with a voluminous tulle skirt? It’s fine. We’re fine. #obsessed
13. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNThe Brides’ Shop(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS Audrey Hepburn meets 2018. That high collar with just a touch of sleeve sparkle has us swooning over the stunning simplicity.
15. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNMary’s Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS The boho vibe and larger-than-life sleeves are perfect for the bride who wants to turn heads and hearts.
16. AS SEEN INFields + Dreams // GOWNBoda Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOJoce Johnson Photo + Film(a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS So smitten with that lace detailing on the skirt and the sleeves! Perfect for flirting and for flipping.
17. AS SEEN IN Our 2018 gown editorial // GOWNFantasy Bridal(a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOKristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS This full and fabulous handkerchief skirt has lace and drama for days. (Or THE day, as the case may be.)
18. AS SEEN INEffortless Elegance // GOWNJean & Jewel // PHOTOConnie Balluff(a #UVBvendor!) // UVB SAYS This gown is a textured tour de force. Truly. That skirt is like little dots of heaven. It’s pure elegance — and still fabulously fun.
