This year, we published over 1900 photos from 117 designer collections in our gown gallery [1]—brides have more options than ever before! But which bridal styles reigned supreme in 2012? The search is over: According to our research, these 12 wedding dresses were viewed the most times by BG readers. Lace was the go-to fabric and blush topped the list.
Getting married in 2013? Check out the top gown trends for the coming year here. [2]
1. Vera Wang
"Joanna" [3] is a strapless mermaid gown with chiffon laddering and tumbled skirt. The crinkle tulle is pleated in a leaf pattern. On her blog, Vera writes, "There’s something so delicate about it, that it almost takes your breath away." Browse more gorgeous gowns from Vera Wang. [4]
2. Ella Bridals
Style 5468 [5] is a fit-and-flare gown with a drop waist and sweetheart neckline. This gown is made from lightweight organza, making it a favorite with destination brides. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Ella Bridals. [6]
3. Alfred Angelo Sapphire Collection
Style 870 [7] is an organza gown with crystal beading and optional spaghetti straps. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Alfred Angelo Sapphire. [8]
4. David Tutera for Mon Cheri
Style 212240, or "Danica," [9] has an A-line silhouette with a dramatic pick-up skirt. Allover lace and organza soften the look, while embellishments add a touch of sparkle. Browse more gorgeous gowns from David Tutera for Mon Cheri. [10]
5. Allure Bridals
Style 8634 [11] features a scalloped, V-shaped neckline. Its crystal-encrusted satin band highlights the waist. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Allure Bridals. [12]
6. Martina Liana
Style 411 [13] also has an A-line silhouette. It features a beaded lace bodice and flowing chapel train. (Grosgrain ribbon sash sold separately.) Browse more gorgeous gowns by Martina Liana. [14]
7. White by Vera Wang
Style VW351075 [15] is a halter ball gown with a draped taffeta bodice and tulle petal skirt. Browse more gorgeous gowns from White by Vera Wang, exclusively at David's Bridal. [16]
8. Sophia Tolli
Style Y21240, or "Mirabelle," [17] showcases sparkling crystal brooches on the draped hip line. Its full skirt is embellished with rosettes. (Removable straps included). Browse more gorgeous gowns from Sophia Tolli. [18]
9. Essense of Australia
Style D1367 [19] is a fit-and-flare gown with a removable lace overlay and dramatic back. (Comes with a detachable French-wide satin sash.) Browse more gorgeous gowns from Essense of Australia. [20]
10. Liz Fields
Style 9001 [21] is a sheath with a sweetheart neckline, beaded cut-out lace detailing, and an organza train with 3-D flower detail. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Liz Fields. [22]
11. Moonlight Couture
Style H1190 [23] is an A-line gown with architectural layers of organza. The bodice spotlights handmade rosettes. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Moonlight Couture. [24]
12. Eden Bridals
Style 2412 [25] is a ball gown with a tulle overlay wrap across the bodice. A bow featuring delicate crystal detailing accents the natural waist.
Anjolique Classic
Style C300 [26] is a strapless sheath with a lace overlay and corset back. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Anjolique Classic. [27]
Galina Signature
Style SWG494 [28] is a one-shoulder sheath with a ruched bodice and embellished strap. Browse more gorgeous gowns from Galina Signature, exclusively at David's Bridal. [29]
Pronovias
Their "Balta" style [30] features a sweetheart neckline and allover lace detailing. Browse more gorgeous gowns by Pronovias. [31]
Oscar de la Renta
Look two from their runway show [32] was a floral guipure column gown, shown here with a tulle tiered cape. Check out more gorgeous gowns from Oscar de la Renta. [33]
Tell us: Which of these gowns was your favorite? Search the gown gallery [1] and tell us which style you would add to the list!
—Stefania Sainato
Links:
[1] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns
[2] http://www.bridalguide.com/fashion/wedding-dress-shopping-guide/wedding-gown-trends-for-2013
[3] http://www.verawang.com/EN/wedding/bridal-collection/fall-2012/133-joanna#
[4] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/vera-wang/look-1
[5] http://www.essensedesigns.com/stella-york/dresses/detail/5468
[6] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/ella-bridals/style-5689
[7] http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=2575d947-5e28-4003-a61d-41c6352a0f02&categoryID=54246401-6ad2-4745-894e-d0dc006d72c8&pg=0&colorId1=
[8] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/alfred-angelo-sapphire/style-875j
[9] http://davidtuteraformoncheri.com/item/?i=212240&collection=David%20Tutera%20for%20Mon%20Cheri
[10] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/david-tutera-for-mon-cheri/style-212240
[11] http://allurebridals.com/store_productdetail.aspx?pid=34g9c9264977e3c17eg8
[12] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/allure-bridals/style-8908
[13] http://www.essensedesigns.com/martina-liana/dresses/detail/411
[14] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/martina-liana/style-430
[15] http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Halter-Ball-Gown-with-Tulle-Petal-Skirt-VW351075
[16] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/white-by-vera-wang-exclusively-at-david%E2%80%99s-bridal/white-by-vera-wang--16
[17] http://sophiatolli.com/item/?i=Y21240&collection=Sophia%20Tolli%20-%20Bridal
[18] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/sophia-tolli/style-y21240
[19] http://www.essensedesigns.com/essense-of-australia/dresses/detail/D1367
[20] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/essense-of-australia/style-d1383-2
[21] http://www.lizfields.com/Product/Wedding-Dresses/Bridal-Sweetheart-Style-9001/
[22] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/liz-fields/style-9223
[23] http://www.moonlightbridal.com/Product/MoonlightCouture/H1190
[24] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/moonlight-couture/style-h1211
[25] http://www.edenbridals.com/2412_p_132.html
[26] http://www.anjolique.com
[27] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/anjolique-classic/style-c300
[28] http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Soft-Gown-with-Ruched-Bodice-and-Embellished-Strap-SWG494
[29] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/galina-signature-exclusively-at-david%E2%80%99s-bridal/galina-signature-style-7
[30] http://www.pronovias.us/
[31] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/pronovias/style-decada
[32] http://www.oscardelarenta.com/bridal/bridal-2013/look-2
[33] http://www.bridalguide.com/photo-galleries/bridal-gowns/oscar-de-la-renta/style-1