One style that we spotted time and time again during Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week and New York Bridal Fashion week was the drop waist wedding dress. At Ellie Sanderson we predict this is going to be one of the biggest trends for stylish brides in 2025. So here’s everything you need to know about drop waist wedding dresses: what they look like, who a drop waist would suit, and which designers are serving up the coolest drop waist styles for your big day.

Why we love a drop waist wedding dress

Drop waist wedding dresses manage to feel both timeless and contemporary. There’s something effortlessly elegant about the style, blending 1920s sophistication with a high-fashion feel. From the statement drop waist designs by Australian bridal designer Chosen by Kyha, to the more traditionally romantic dresses from Caroline Castigliano, drop waist dresses are one trend we can 100% get behind at Ellie Sanderson. Many of the bridal designers we stock in our studios have their own take on the trend – Hera Couture’s Florence is a must see!

We adore the chic silhouette a drop waist dress creates, helping to elongate the body, making any bride look taller. Hugging the hips and accentuating  the waist, it’s a style perfect for channelling a feminine, refined big day look. Despite being such a massive wedding dress trend for 2025, the drop waist is an eternally stylish choice that will never date. It’s quiet luxury, done bridal style.

Who suits a drop waist wedding dress?

Leave your preconceptions at the door. Despite what you might think, drop waist dresses are actually very easy to wear and work for a whole range of body shapes and sizes. Just make sure the drop waist hits perfectly between the hip and waist for a flattering silhouette.

How to style a drop waist wedding dress

This dress style is perfect for creating a ‘second look.’ For example, pair a drop waist corset with a full tulle skirt for your ceremony, before switching things up with a sparkly mini skirt or palazzo pants for your evening look.

When it comes to styling a drop waist wedding dress, think about proportions. If you’re planning on wearing a veil, choose a floor-length style or one that hits the same spot of the drop waist – anything shorter could throw out the balance of your look.

Where to buy your drop waist wedding dress?

At Ellie Sanderson we stock a gorgeous selection of drop waist wedding dresses to suit your big day style. If you like a more modern bridal vibe, book an appointment at our Kiddington studio to try on the Chosen by Kyha collection. For a classic look, visit the Ellie Sanderson Beaconsfield studio to try on dresses from the Caroline Castigliano collection. Click here to book your appointment today. If you’re not sure which studio has the best choice of wedding gowns for your personal style, just give the team a call on 01494 674440 and we’d be more than happy to talk you through the designers we stock.