10 Modern Wedding Dresses We’re Loving Right Now

Not sure where to start with your wedding dress? We’re here to help. Our latest Philadelphia Wedding photo shoot features modern, minimal gowns and ensembles available at Philadelphia-area bridal salons. The styles span the gamut, from pearls on pearls to unexpected pleating to capes to a playful blouse and short set. Take a peek at the designs here, and have fun shopping for — and saying “I do” to — your Big Day look.

Hera Couture by Katie Yeung Arco gown, from Her Bridal Collective (Wayne). Lacey pearl drop earrings, Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold (top), and Scout bezel diamond bangle in white gold (bottom), all from L. Priori Jewelry (Rittenhouse and King of Prussia). Cult Gaia Perla shoulder bag, from Neiman Marcus (King of Prussia). Cocktail by Bastia at Hotel Anna & Bel (Fishtown).

Moving Moment

Lara Knight Francesca pleated gown, from Nicole Bridal and Formal Shoppe (Jenkintown). Isabelle Hart Lavin drop earrings, from The Wedding Factor (Old City). Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold, Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Anita diamond cluster ring in white gold (top right), and Izzy sapphire diamond ring (bottom right), all from L. Priori Jewelry. Amina Muaddi Rosie slingback heels, from Neiman Marcus.

Blooming Interest

Viktor & Rolf Mariage Fairytale Flowers jumpsuit and Isabelle Hart Krys hoop earrings, both from the Wedding Factor.

Right Angles

Pronovias Rusty crepe gown, from Mari Mi Bridal (Old City). Anna Bella River drop earrings, from the Wedding Factor. Shay diamond cluster ring in yellow gold (top) and emerald-cut diamond Ember ring (bottom), both from L. Priori Jewelry.

Garden Oasis

Yellow by Sahar Daisey gown, from Nicole Bridal and Formal Shoppe. Lacey pearl drop earrings, Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold, Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Shay diamond cluster ring in yellow gold (top right), and emerald-cut diamond Ember ring (bottom right), all from L. Priori Jewelry.

Deco Details

Milla Nova Bereta Royal II Collection gown and cape, and Isabelle Hart Krys hoop earrings, all from the Wedding Factor. Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Anita diamond cluster ring in white gold (top right), and Izzy sapphire diamond ring (bottom right), all from all L. Priori Jewelry.

Mirror Image

Lele Sadoughi Mary bow barrette and Rene Caovilla chandelier snake-wrap sandals, both from Neiman Marcus. The Law Arlowe blouse and shorts, from Kinfolk Bride (East Passyunk). Ti Adoro Jewelry Rosa drop earrings, from the Wedding Factor. Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Toi et Moi diamond Neve ring (top right), and Gemstone Charlotte diamond and emerald band (bottom right), all from L. Priori Jewelry.

Sculptural Form

Jennifer Behr Voilette headpiece, from the Wedding Factor. Ines Di Santo Michelangelo crepe dress, from The Wedding Shoppe (Wayne). Claudia Pearl earrings with diamonds, Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold (top), Scout bezel diamond bangle in white gold (bottom), Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Gemstone Charlotte diamond and emerald band (top right), and Toi et Moi diamond Neve ring (bottom right), all from L. Priori Jewelry.

Chic Peek

Moira Hughes Remi gown, from Lovely Bride (Old City). NADRI Ear Candy chandelier earrings and Vestae Borsetta Cerimonia clutch, both from the Wedding Factor. Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold (top), Scout bezel diamond bangle in white gold (bottom), emerald-cut diamond Ember ring (top), and Shay diamond cluster ring in yellow gold (bottom), all from L. Priori Jewelry.

Table for two: A spread by Bastia featuring the restaurant’s bread service, malloreddus with lamb and pistachio ragù, and shaved artichoke and celery salad with sunchoke chips. And to drink? A Bastia Mimosa or Maison Bonaparte cocktail (above).

Lasting Impact

Delfi Collective Gemma dress, from Anthropologie (Rittenhouse). Anna Bella River drop earrings, from the Wedding Factor. Iris bezel diamond bangle in yellow gold (top), Scout bezel diamond bangle in white gold (bottom), Kendall rose-cut marquise diamond ring (left), Shay diamond cluster ring in yellow gold (top right), and emerald-cut diamond Ember ring (bottom right), all from L. Priori Jewelry. Aquazzurra Nina sandals, from Neiman Marcus.

 

Published as “Golden Hour” in the summer/fall 2025 issue of Philadelphia Wedding.

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