If you are looking for a wedding dress that feels both modern and vintage - then this is the list for you!
Drop waistlines first became popular in the 1920s. And they didn't stick around for all that long. But now, modern designers are embracing this more vintage silhouette in new and exciting ways. The natural elongated nature of a drop waist, accentuates and lengthens your midsection. This has a very regal and elegant effect. This list of 18 must-see drop waist wedding dresses includes some surprising contemporary bridal styles, along with some classic and elegant wedding gowns. So dig in, and you may just find that this is the bridal silhouette you have been searching for!
01. Houghton: Lace Halter
Make a modern statement with this gorgeous chantilly lace and silk chiffon halter neck gown from Houghton. This bridal style features a dramatic drop waistline and a plunging open back that are balanced by a full skirt and cathedral length train.
02. The Own Studio: Twisted Silk
The bodice of this next drop waist wedding gown is just stunning. Featuring a flattering strapless neckline with a twist front detail and an elongated drop waistline. Crafted from silk mikado fabric, this dress has a luxe and cool look to it.
03. Ines di Santo: Drop Waist Corset
Get ready to make a statement with this captivating drop waist corseted ball gown from Ines di Santo. The scalloped corset with exposed boning is accented with a crystal embroidered bow-like pattern. This luxe bodice is paired with a lavishly layered tulle skirt to create a truly stunning statement bridal look.
04. Markarian: Sophisticated Ruffles
There is a feminine simplicity to this next drop waist bridal style from Markarian. This gown features an elongated drop waistline, tiered ruffles at the waist and hips and matching ruffled straps. To add a bit more drama, this dress is finished with a thigh high slit in front.
05. Marta Martí: Gathered Drop Waist
Marta Martí brings us this next exciting contemporary drop waist wedding dress. The drop waist bodice of this gown features a dramatic gathered design that is modern and so flattering. The full length sleeves mimic the same gathered look and give the dress a modest silhouette. And the skirt is pleated in the opposite direction to add some beautiful contrast to the overall texture of the gown.
06. Costarellos: Drop Waist Cut Outs
The drop waist silhouette with modern cut-outs creates an unexpected modern bridal style from Costarellos. This delicate layered tulle gown gives you the perfect mix of timeless elegance and contemporary design.
07. Houghton: Dreamy Tulle
This tulle bridal ball gown is what dreams are made of. This gown starts off with a fitted V-neckline drop waist bodice, with an open cut-out in the back. The elongated and fitted bodice is paired with a voluminous layered tulle skirt creating a look that is both modern and elegant.
08. Markarian: Off-The-Shoulder Satin
Classic and elegant. This next drop waist wedding dress from Markarian is crafted from heavyweight silk fabric that has a luxurious look to it. The romantic off-the-shoulder sleeves and elongated waistline give this bridal gown a very regal look.
09. Costarellos: Tiered Tulle
This may just be one of the most dreamy tulle wedding gown ever! This gorgeous dress from Costarellos features a fitted drop waist bodice with gathered French tulle detailing and a tiered tulle skirt that is so luxe and dramatic.
10. The Own Studio: Modern Princess
This next wedding dress has a modern princess look to it. The drop waistline adds a more contemporary feel to an otherwise very traditional bridal silhouette. The soft scooped neckline and thin straps are so flattering and help to accentuate the bodice of the gown even more. And the glimmering silk fabric will have you feeling ultra luxe all day long!
11. Marta Martí: Tiered Ruffles
We are really loving the tiered ruffled design of this next wedding dress from Marta Martí. This stunning gown features a halter neckline, ruffled bodice and a fitted drop waistline. The skirt of the gown has the same tiered ruffled design as the bodice for a uniquely modern, yet feminine style.
12. Markarian: Fanned Ruffle Accent
This next wedding dress from Markarian has the most stunning bodice design with a dramatic drop waistline and fanned ruffled accent. Crafted from 100% silk, this gown has a heavyweight and modern structural look to it.
13. Houghton: Contemporary Bridal
If you want to make a unique, contemporary statement on your wedding day - then this next drop waist wedding gown is for you. This exposed corseted wedding gown features a hand draped tulle bodice with an asymmetric neckline and a semi-sheer bodice cut-out. This wedding dress is so modern and unique.
14. Markarian: Crystal Trim
Understated and elegant. This next drop waist wedding dress from Markarian features a flattering V-neckline, crystal trim and a full gathered skirt. Crafted from 100% silk fabric, this gown is so glamorous and timeless.
15. The Own Studio: Luxe Satin
Minimalist, yet luxe. This next drop waist wedding dress comes from The Own Studio. Featuring a flattering square neckline with trending thin straps and a drop waistline which elongates the bodice of the bride. This look is modern, yet so timeless as well.
16. Houghton: Floral Jacquard
A modern bridal silhouette in a vintage inspired silk floral jacquard fabric. This mix of contemporary and vintage is really beautiful, and it gives this more unique bridal look a timeless feel. This gown features a flattering V-neckline with thin straps, a fitted drop waistline and a voluminous skirt, which accentuates the drop waist even more.
17. Markarian: Classic Elegance
You can never go wrong with a classic, elegant bridal style. And this next wedding dress from Markarian is sure to stand the test of time. Crafted from luxe silk fabric, this gown features a flattering scooped neckline, elongated drop waist and a gathered skirt.
18. The Own Studio: Ankle Length Satin
We are really loving the more modern look of this drop waist wedding gown from The Own Studio. Crafted from luxe duchesse satin, this gown has a chic ankle length cut with a dramatic train in the back. And the flattering strapless neckline and drop waist really accentuate the bodice of the bride in a dramatic, yet sophisticated way.
By Kathryn Schrotenboer
Kristie