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Texture, Joy and Rebellion at New York Bridal Fashion Week 2026

Kat

October 22, 2025

New York Bridal Fashion Week has wrapped, and this season it was all about reimagining the bridal rules (something we are, of course, a huge fan of at Rock n Roll Bride!) One thing stood out to us the most: the next generation of brides are more focused on self-expression, comfort, and the meaning behind their choices. The biggest shift? Texture, tactility, and detail took centre stage. Designers are crafting gowns that feel alive with things like pleats, layers, feathers and even sculpture. There was pleasing amount of colour too! The modern nearlywed isn’t content with a plain white dress. She wants depth. She wants movement. She wants to feel something.
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Boho is Back: The Best Bohemian Wedding Dresses and Accessories

Kat

October 9, 2025

Flowing fabrics, wild hearts, and a touch of rebellion - boho is back in a big way, but not how you remember it. Think texture, movement, and a new kind of freedom: sun-bleached lace, retro-rock details, and accessories made for dancing barefoot in the dust. Each of these looks take the spirit of bohemian and makes it modern. Whether you’re a free-spirited romantic, a vintage magpie, or a maximalist dreamer, these are the pieces redefining the boho bride for 2025 and beyond.
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Men’s Wedding Jewellery: Necklaces, Brooches, and Breaking the Rules

Guest Contributor

August 25, 2025

Men’s jewellery has always been around, but right now it’s having a moment. Grooms, groomsmen, and guests are reclaiming men’s necklaces as a way to bring personality into their outfits. And unlike a hired suit, the right necklace stays with you long after the wedding’s over. Whether you’re standing at the altar, smashing it at work, or heading to a gig on Saturday night, a chain or pendant can a real signature piece.
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She’s an Icon: Music-Inspired Wedding Outfits for Alternative Brides

Kat

July 24, 2025

Putting together your wedding look when you're more punk than princess of pop can be tricky. Luckily, we're here to help you on your way to super stardom! Inspired by three music genres - metal, country and glam rock - here's some wedding outfit ideas that will hit all the right notes. Whether you're stalking down the aisle in leather, lace, or rhinestones, these looks crank the volume on personality and flip the script on bridal fashion. From spiked boots to embroidered fringe, dramatic veils to disco ball accessories, here's how to dress like the headliner you are - no white ballgowns required.
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Designer Spotlight: Kiss & Tell by Galia Lahav

Kat

July 14, 2025

In a world where bridal dreams come to life, Galia Lahav has been redefining couture for over four decades. Known for its iconic silhouettes, impeccable craftsmanship, and dramatic flair, the brand has become synonymous with modern luxury bridalwear. From red carpet to royal aisle, Galia Lahav gowns are worn by some of the most influential women in the world - including Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, and Millie Bobby Brown - each dress telling a story of empowerment, elegance, and individuality.
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Say It with Flowers: Wedding Fashion’s Bloom-Filled Comeback

Alexandra Merri

June 16, 2025

Flowers have long symbolised love, beauty, and new beginnings, so it’s no wonder they are synonymous with weddings. Although they often take centre stage when it comes to wedding décor, floral details can be woven into bridal styling too. Whether you’re inspired by bold maximalist floral prints, statement accessories, or vintage treasures, adding floral details to your wedding look allows you to infuse a sense of romantic whimsy into your aisle style.
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Buying a Vintage Wedding Dress: Everything You Need to Know

Guest Contributor

Sarah Brookes

June 2, 2025

If you’ve always dreamed of wearing a vintage wedding dress, you’re not alone. Vintage has always been a popular choice for alternative brides, but it's a growing trend in the more mainstream wedding industry again too. Nearlyweds wanting to make more sustainable, eco-friendly choices are increasing looking at vintage gowns. And when Alex Cooper, of the Call Her Daddy podcast, chose some vintage pieces for some of her recent wedding looks, it only further highlighted this as a trend for Gen-Z brides. 
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The Wedding Club Launches No.4 Knightsbridge: A New Bridal Concept Store

Kat

May 27, 2025

We love The Wedding Club. A designer bridal retailer with stores in London and Birmingham. Stocking brands such as Monique Lhuillier, Watters, Ines Di Santo, Nicole & Felicia, Viktor + Rolf and Hera Couture, they are one boutique you'll definitely want to go see if you want something truly special to saunter down the aisle in. They also regularly host trunk shows and pop-ups for different brands, many of who you can't see or try on anywhere else in the UK. So, when they got in touch to tell us about their brand-new concept store, No.4 Knightsbridge, specialising in accessories and located just just three doors down from their flagship, we got excited. Very excited indeed!
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