We are delighted to say you have been keeping us busy over the last few months with so many brides gracing our bridal shop in Worcester and many of you choosing your wedding dress with us. It genuinely fills our hearts with joy when a new bride says “yes to the dress” at Gatehouse Brides. And with so many 2023 brides ordering their dresses right now it is clear to see some wedding dress trends developing. So I thought I’d do a quick little post to round up the most popular styles at Gatehouse Brides right now.
Sleeves
Our brides are loving gowns that have elegant sleeves. Many of the dresses in the boutique right now feature delicate embroidered, or sheer sleeves as well as a more full coverage option. There really is a sleeve type to suit every bridal style. Choosing a wedding dress with a sleeve gives you a sense of freedom, I think. If you don’t like your arms exposed and are prone to feeling the cold (no matter the weather) a sleeve allows you a little more coverage while still looking elegant and chic. I also think a sleeve allows the wedding dress to show a little more skin in other areas without being considered too revealing for a wedding dress.










If you would like a sleeve but are worried it would flood your frame we have other options, like this gorgeous gown from Ellis Bridal which has beautiful off-the-shoulder detail and is simply stunning.

Sparkle Tulle
Tulle is always a fabulous choice of wedding dress material. It is soft, elegant, and drapes beautifully. This season we are seeing it have a major upgrade by adding a touch of sparkle to it. It is absolutely beautiful and catches the light as you move and sashay your way around the room. Absolutely gorgeous.








Ball Gowns are Back
We are currently seeing a lot of love for princess-style A-line gowns this year. Beautiful, structured bodices with billowing A-line skirts are a popular choice for 2023. It is no wonder considering we saw this style feature heavily during Bridal Fashion Week earlier this year. A princess-style wedding dress is absolutely universal and suits all body shapes and types. We are so pleased it is making a return to fashion as after all if you can’t look like a princess on your wedding day when can you?









The Right Wedding Dress for You
Whether you are a bride who wants to follow wedding dress trends or just wants to find your perfect dress to fit and flatter your frame and personal sense of style, Gatehouse Brides has the dress for you. We choose our gowns based on how they fit, their quality, and of course how they will look on our real brides. We have a stunning selection of wedding dresses to choose from. If you are still looking for the wedding dress of your dreams book an appointment online and we will be more than happy to help you.
Love Julie and the team
xoxo