Bridal trends come and go, but flowers are always a beautiful place to start with a new collection. Monique Lhuillier envisioned a lush garden in shades of ivory, blush, and lilac for her Fall ’16 gowns, adding soft texture with floral appliqués, beading, and embroidery on otherwise simple silhouettes. Long-sleeved gowns with nipped-in waists will appeal to a range of brides, but there were more playful styles, too, like a removable ball skirt over a lace minidress, which has emerged as a mini-trend this season. Overall, there was a welcome sense of restraint; even the most opulent gowns seemed light and easy to wear, with layers of tulle creating volume in lieu of padding, boning, or dramatic trains.
