The cummerbunds were out in full force, the ponytails were low, and the palettes were punchy—but if you look closer at some of the stand-out moments from New York Fashion Week’s spring/summer 2027 shows, there’s another level of inspiration to pull from: all things bridal.
From revamped slip dresses—the ultimate ‘90s silhouette—at Calvin Klein Collection, Kallmeyer, and Christian Cowan to all-white suiting at Ralph Lauren, Christian Siriano, and Kim Shui, there were no shortage of bridal styles to take note of; so much so that, a week later, we’re still thinking about all the inventive takes on wedding day dressing.
We pinpointed five standout styles, all of which work as part of the broader bridal trousseau. If you’ve already got your wedding gown down, the SS27 shows offer fresh ways to build out your wardrobe for the big day and everything around it. Whether you’re dressing for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, courthouse ceremony, reception, or after-party, think of this as your runway-to-aisle cheat sheet.
Sultry Slips
This season put the spotlight on liquid satin over taffeta and tulle, with fluid slip dresses in shades of white, cream, and ecru taking center stage. Calvin Klein and Christian Cowan both elevated the simple slip, designing full, bias-cut gowns styled with minimal jewelry to let the dress be the star.
If we learned anything from the renewed fervor around Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s wedding dress earlier this year, it’s that this timeless bridal look will never steer you wrong— start your search with pieces from SIR, Reformation, Rat and Boa, and Nili Lotan.
Sophisticated Suiting
Tailoring in bridal isn’t a new concept, but this season’s crop of all-white suiting stood out in the best way. Ralph Lauren and Christian Siriano’s take on wide-leg trousers, in particular, provide a fresh spin on an otherwise classic silhouette.
Take a look at these picks from Mango, Joseph, Róhe, and Gabriela Hearst for polished options that can pull double duty as a wedding-day or reception ensemble. After all, a well-cut suit can hold its own against any gown in the room.
Contoured Corsetry
Corsetry at NYFW leaned sculptural and wearable rather than costume-y—specifically seen with the exposed boning at Wiederhoeft and Cult Gaia. It’s also the most practical trend on this list: you get built-in shaping without an alterations appointment. Vivienne Westwood, who does corsetry to perfection, and Danielle Frankel, the fashion girl’s go-to for standout bridalwear, are two favorites to consider.
Fringed Finishes
Forget fringe as an accessory. TWP and Monse wrapped their looks entirely in fringe, highlighting long, floor-grazing strands that swing with every step—movement to mimic, if the goal is to find a dress conducive to dancing all night long. Simkhai’s Kalla mini and Taller Marmo’s Berenson dress, for example, are runway-inspired, party-ready pieces worth the investment.
Romantic Ruffles
Nothing says romance quite like ruffles. The trend was on full display at Sandy Liang and Diotima, both of whom created pieces with an asymmetrical and unique tiered design. Look to Clio Peppiatt’s ruffled mini for a statement party dress, Ulla Johnson’s Elaria maxi for a rehearsal-dinner number, Reiss’s floor-length gown for a garden ceremony, and Magda Butrym’s structured midi for an elegant bridal shower option.