10 minimalist wedding dress designers for the modern bride
When planning your wedding day, you'll be loaded with inspiration everywhere you turn. Most of it, while gorgeous, is needlessly excessive and there is much to be said for the minimalist concept, where less is more and beauty lies in simplicity. Minimalism is about avoiding the unnecessary, it's about clarity, utility and elegance.
A minimalist bridal look isn't about the absence of detail, instead it is focusing on a single or few intentional details. Without the clutter, there is less to distract from what remains, allowing you and your gown space to breathe and be truly appreciated in all your glory. So where do you start in your search for a simple, uncluttered wedding gown? Here's our pick of 10 minimalist wedding dress designers for the modern bride to help you on your way.
Martina Liana Bridal
Defined as glamorous minimalism, Martina Liana Bridal gowns are inspired by the bride with an eye for detail and taste for the finer things. “The new Martina Liana Luxe collection embodies the grandeur and glamour of impeccable bridal design. We’re incorporating the most elevated and eye-catching fabrications, innovative design details and haute couture craftmanship for a one-of-a-kind, high-fashion appeal," explains head designer, Martine Harris.
Monique Lhuillier
Monique Lhuillier designs capture the essence of sophisticated luxury. Once you become familiar with her designs, you'll find them instantly recognisable for their alluring femininity and glamour. Monique appreciates that luxury can be whimsical and playful, leading the brand to become a destination for women who understand the art of fashion.
Galvan London
Galvan London was founded in London in 2014 with a mission: to redefine evening wear for the modern day. From this initial focus, the ready-to-wear line has grown to cover all parts of a polished wardrobe, ranging from day-to-night separates to contemporary bridal outfits to effortless resort wear. Women are drawn to the line’s clean aesthetic, easy versatility, and refreshing commitment to delivering luxury pieces at accessible prices. Galvan styles flatter and empower, making women feel their best, both inside and out.
Kaviar Gauche
Berlin fashion label Kaviar Gauche started in 2004 with a guerrilla fashion show in front of the Paris department store Colette and has since become one of the most successful and internationally renowned German fashion labels. Kaviar Gauche was founded by the designers Alexandra Roehler and Johanna Kühl. Their collections are characterized by simple elegance, graceful design, and skillful play with contrasts.
Marquise Bridal
Born from a desire to create a brand for the modern bride, Marquise Bridal have developed a cult following for their sultry aesthetic and chic designs since launch in 2015. Forever evolving the vision of modern and the pursuit of the perfection, Marquise Bridal continues to redefine bridal trends, with a commitment uncompromisable quality craftsmanship and luxury textiles. The result is sultry, romantic, and luxury gowns for the modern bride.
Alyssa Kristin
Alyssa Kristin believes that nothing looks more striking on a woman than confidence. Alyssa Kristin bridal collections are thoughtfully designed so that each piece, while varied in style and silhouette, features a distinctive element – a dramatic train, a unique neckline, a removable skirt. This allows a bride to accentuate her favorite feature, whether it is her back, collar bone or hour glass figure, and radiate confidence. "Each detail is carefully curated to balance the gown and let the bride shine," explains Kristin. "A regal collar is balanced with a plunging neckline; a high neckline is balanced with an open back. A well balanced design sparks interest from every perspective while keeping the focus on the bride. It is her day and our designs strive to celebrate that fact."
Stesha Ho
Based in Vancouver, Stesha Ho specializes in sophisticated bespoke bridal gowns featuring intricate, feminine details. Incorporating only the finest European lace and silk as well as hand-sewn beading, Stesha’s custom dresses are timeless, luxurious and handmade exclusively for you from her Vancouver atelier.
Rivini
Rivini iconic gowns make an everlasting statement; the collection marries expert craftsmanship, lavish fabrics, and couture details. Acclaimed designer Rita Vinieris creates dresses for real women to feel their most beautiful. Fluid silhouettes and meticulous attention to detail have long been Rita's understated signature. She infuses her collections with a sense of light-handed charm. It’s a feeling born of sublime luxury and low-key ornamentation.
WONÁ
Ukrainian brand WONÁ believes that women are truly muses and aims to create dresses that embody their most intimate and extravagant desires. WONÁ strives to exceed the expectations of brides with exquisite fabrics, artful details and expert craftsmanship to create gowns that capture each woman's unique personality and taste on their special day.
Maticevski
Toni Maticevski has a vision of artful silhouettes that have defied trends, balancing an intrinsic sense of femininity with avant-garde innovation. His design are instantly recognised for his signature manipulation of cloth as sculpture. Maticevski dreams of fashion as art to wear, creating one-of-a-kind flattering gowns that compliment the female form.
