Drop waist wedding dresses are trending for a good reason. Their flattering ability to elongate a bride's silhouette is truly stunning.
So what exactly is a drop waist silhouette? A drop waist is one where the waistline hits below the natural waist of the bride, often around the hips. This design creates a hourglass silhouette that elongates your midsection. A drop waist wedding dress is sure to give the illusion of a longer torso and exaggerated curves. So if this sounds appealing to you, then you don't want to miss this list of the Top 18 Chic Drop Waist Wedding Dresses that are trending right now!
01. Karen Willis Holmes: Sculpted Drop Waist
Elongate your waist in the most flattering way with this sculptural drop waist wedding dress from Karen Willis Holmes. Crafted from luxurious mikado fabric, this gown features a dramatic strapless neckline that plunges into a V-neck shape, and a dropped waistline that effortlessly sculpts your figure.
02. OUMA: Delicate Tulle
Layers of delicate tulle create the most gorgeous feminine and ethereal bridal look. This beautiful strapless gown features a figure flattering dropped waistline, and feminine floral appliqués that cover the bodice. Perfect for a whimsical garden wedding day.
03. Half Penny London: Fashion Forward
A minimalist, yet fashion forward bridal gown from Half Penny London. This sophisticated gown is crafted from crisp dupion silk fabric and features full length sleeves, a dramatic dropped waist, trending pleated skirt and box-pleated shoulders.
04. Galia Lahav: Whimsical Romance
Worthy of its own fairytale ending. This next drop waist wedding dress is a romantic tulle and lace gown from Galia Lahav. Featuring a gorgeous draped silk tulle bodice accented with delicate lace appliqués. The skirt has layer upon layer of delicate tulle to create an ethereal and feminine look.
05. Reev: Dropped Waist Corset
Make an entrance fit for a modern goddess in this next drop waist wedding dress from Reev. A romantic off-the-shoulder gown that features a dropped waist corset bodice and an elegantly draped skirt. And you have the option to style with or without the matching detachable cape.
06. Nadia Manjarrez: Drop Waist Midi
A trending midi bridal gown with a gorgeous drop waistline with a ruffled peplum accent at the midsection of the dress. We are loving the tiered design and mixed textures of this gown with the dreamy layered tulle skirt.
07. Meshki: Asymmetric Waist
A modern and minimalist statement. This contemporary wedding dress from Meshki features a unique asymmetric drop waistline and a soft rounded front neckline. This unique bodice is paired with a pleated underdress that can be revealed when you remove the optional bodice layer.
08. Justin Alexander: Tulle Ball Gown
A fairytale ready tulle ball gown with a captivating dropped asymmetric waistline. Paired with the off-the-shoulder straps, this gown is modern and effortlessly romantic.
09. Anne Barge: Elegant Lace
A graceful A-line lace wedding gown from Anne Barge with a flattering drop waistline that gives you an elegant, elongated waist. We are loving the delicately beaded Chantilly lace fabric and the squared neckline and straps.
10. Katherine Tash: Dramatic Ball Gown
Make a grande entrance with this dramatic satin ball gown from Katherine Tash. This statement making gown features exaggerated bust points, and an elongated dropped waistline that contrasts perfectly with the voluminous bubble skirt.
11. Tony Ward: Regal Attention
Get attention worthy of royalty in this next drop waist wedding dress from Tony Ward. Crafted from luxe embroidered tulle fabric, this gown features a drop waist corset bodice that frames the silhouette effortlessly.
12. Jenny Yoo: Crinkle Texture
Crafted from a delicately textured crinkle habotai fabric, this next wedding dress from Jenny Yoo features a unique asymmetric dropped waistline. This contemporary waistline is paired with a more traditional strapless sweetheart neckline and a full A-line skirt.
13. Delfi Collective: Chic Midi
What wedding wardrobe is complete without a chic bridal midi? Midi length dresses are so on trend right now, and they are a versatile piece that you will wear all wedding long. From pre-wedding events, to a less formal second look. And we are loving this gorgeous drop waist halter from Delfi Collective.
14. Karen Willis Holmes: Layers of Tulle
The perfect drop waist wedding gown that is sure to give you that snatched waistline that you are craving. Crafted from hand draped soft stretch tulle fabric, this dress features a dramatic strapless V shaped neckline and a dramatic A-line skirt of layered tulle.
15. Nadia Manjarrez: Mixed Textures
The gorgeous textured drop waist bodice of this next gown pairs beautifully with the voluminous layered tulle skirt. This gown is sophisticated and modern. And we are just loving the mix of textures.
16. Watters: Bridal Two Piece
The perfect two piece bridal look that will give you everything you could want on your big day. This dress starts off with a chic drop waist mini that is so elegant and flattering. You can then layer on the optional tulle skirt for your ceremony to transform the dress into a more traditional full length gown.
17. KYHA: Modern Couture
A dramatically voluminous and elegantly couture drop waist wedding dress. This stunning bridal look from KYHA studios features a clean strapless neckline and a drop waist to elongate your silhouette. Paired with the voluminous skirt, this gown is truly a show stopper.
18. Elie Saab: Dramatic Embellishment
The most dramatically embellished drop waist wedding dress from Elie Saab. If you are a bride who can't resist a little extra sparkle, then this dress is for you. This silver accented gown is sure to make a big entrance on your wedding day.
By Kathryn Schrotenboer
Tiffany