The Blog

April 2026

My Other Bridal Directories: Wedding Guest, Vintage & Bridesmaids

The It Girl Wedding Dress Directory is one piece of a larger project. Explore my three other curated directories covering wedding guest dresses, vintage bridal, and bridesmaids.

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April 2026

The Cool Girl's Guide to Finding a Wedding Dress in 2026

Forget the traditional bridal salon experience. Here's how fashion-forward brides are actually shopping for their wedding dresses — from Instagram research to trunk shows to ordering ready-to-wear off the runway.

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April 2026

15 Non-Traditional Wedding Dresses for Brides Who Hate Bridal

Mini dresses, jumpsuits, colored gowns, and the designers making them — for brides who'd rather wear fashion than bridal.

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March 2026

The Indie Bridal Designers You Need to Know

Small-batch, handcrafted, made-to-order — the under-the-radar bridal labels that fashion insiders are wearing down the aisle.

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March 2026

What to Wear to Your Rehearsal Dinner: The Fashion Bride's Guide

The rehearsal dinner is your fashion moment. From Jacquemus minis to KHAITE slip dresses — the best brands for your pre-wedding look.

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March 2026

Bridal Fashion Week 2026: The Trends That Actually Matter

We watched every show so you don't have to. The runway trends that will define how cool brides dress this year.

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February 2026

When to Start Shopping for Your Wedding Dress (A Realistic Timeline)

Made-to-order indie designers need 8 months. Off-the-rack Reformation needs 2 weeks. Here's exactly when to start depending on what you want.

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February 2026

The It Girl Bridal Accessories Edit

Veils, shoes, jewelry, and bags — the finishing touches that elevate your wedding look from pretty to editorial.

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