2023 Wedding Trends

Initially, when I started dreaming up this Styled Shoot I envisioned it with a couple. However, as I continued to plan with my amazing team of vendors, I really started to envision multiple bridal looks! So we decided to ditch the couple and showcase three amazing brides, while showing off six different trendy bridal looks! 


Florals are definitely a major added detail and for this shoot I really wanted neutral colors with a touch of Boho. Dried, hanging, and floor florals are going to be huge trends for 2023. Thankfully I was able to incorporate all three in our gorgeous studio space provided by Studio Lighthouse Albuquerque. 


For the decor, we kept it sweet, simple, & elegant! While rustic weddings are not going anywhere, any time soon. The goal in this case was to show elegance and class while featuring lighter and brighter tones. Showcasing an elegant tablescape, with crystal tableware, &  see-through chairs. I also wanted to show that you can totally take an alternate route with cake in 2023 by adding gorgeous mini cheesecakes to your tablescape or even a full desert bar to include donuts or small pastries.



Elegant wedding tablescape with pink candles, crystal glasses, and peach floral centerpiece.
Boho wedding floral arrangements with pampas grass and peach roses on a white fireplace mantel.
Overhead view of a boho bridal bouquet with pampas grass, white and peach roses, and candles.
Minimalist white wedding reception setup with ghost chairs, floral centerpiece, and macrame chandelier.
Elegant sweetheart table with white linen, ghost chairs, candles, and hanging floral chandelier.
Three boho floral arrangements with pampas grass and peach roses displayed on a white fireplace.
Close-up of wedding centerpiece with orange tulips, pink candles, and crystal champagne flutes.
Elegant wedding place setting with linen napkin bow, gold cutlery, and crystal glassware.
Boho macrame pendant light adorned with fresh peach roses and eucalyptus greenery hanging as wedding decor.
Elegant boho wedding reception table with white linen, ghost chairs, and macrame floral chandelier above.

Slits & Sleeves

Look one just screams slits and sleeves! I wanted to show brides that if you're looking for the right time to pull your Mom's ole' dated wedding dress out of the closet and make it yours, IT IS NOW! The 80's are back people..puffy sleeves and big bows are making a statement in 2023 and they are here to stay! 

Bride in dramatic off-shoulder puff sleeve white wedding gown posing beside wooden screen and ottoman.
Elegant bride in structured off-shoulder puff sleeve wedding dress posing confidently in bright minimalist studio.
Stunning bride in voluminous off-shoulder white wedding gown with dramatic sleeves in airy modern venue.
Close-up portrait of bride in off-shoulder puff sleeve white wedding dress with soft wavy hair.
Smiling bride in off-shoulder white gown holding lush orange and green wedding bouquet.
Elegant bride in white off-shoulder gown with train posing in boho-styled wedding venue.
Bride in flowing white off-shoulder wedding dress posing beside floral arrangements in bright studio.
Bride in white off-shoulder gown holding bouquet of orange roses and greenery in styled setting.
Bride in white off-shoulder wedding gown with train standing in boho-decorated white studio space.
Laughing bride in white off-shoulder gown raising bouquet of peach roses and eucalyptus greenery.

Classic Elegance

Look two is simple, classic, & elegant. My bride wore a dress provided by one of our amazing New Mexico vendors; Bridal Elegance By Darlene. This look is timeless and can be so versatile, while we paired it with a stunning train veil, the gorgeous and sparkly white princess dress would definitely do all the talking on your special day.

Bride in white gown and veil leans pensively on mantle surrounded by pastel floral arrangements and candles.
Bride in classic A-line wedding dress with long veil stands gracefully in minimalist white studio setting.
Dark-haired bride in white ballgown holds vibrant orange and peach bouquet beside decorated reception table.
Bride in deep V-neck white ballgown with pearl-adorned veil poses elegantly in bright white studio.
Bride in backless white A-line gown with pearl veil poses sideways in minimalist white studio setting.
Close-up profile of dark-haired bride wearing pearl hair pins and elegant white veil in bridal shoot.
Bride in sleek white ballgown with long cathedral veil turns gracefully in minimalist white studio space.
Dark-haired bride in simple white A-line gown with tulle skirt and pearl veil poses against white wall.
Elegant bride in white scoop-neck ballgown with pearl-adorned veil stands in softly lit white studio.
Bride in a white ballgown wedding dress with tulle skirt and square neckline, posing against a white wall.

Pop Of Pearl

Look three with a subtle pop of pearl! This simple, white mermaid style wedding dress, paired with the pearled veil is just absolutely stunning! While we incorporated pearls in this brides hairstyle, this would be a gorgeous look with or without the veil and a perfect way to keep it classy!


Back view of a dark-haired bride with an elegant updo adorned with pearl hair pins.
Smiling bride in a fitted white wedding gown holding a lush greenery bouquet, posing sideways.
Bride wearing a low-back wedding dress and sheer veil with pearl details, holding a bouquet.
Back view of a bride in a low-back gown with a white veil, holding a greenery bouquet.
Bride in a fitted white wedding dress holding a large boho bouquet with peach roses and greenery.
Bride in a sleek white gown looking down while holding an oversized boho floral bouquet.
Close-up of a bride in a deep V-neck gown with pearl straps, wearing gold earrings, eyes downcast.
Bride in a backless fitted wedding gown smiling over her shoulder while holding a boho bouquet.

Girls Just want to have FUN!

By far my favorite trend of 2023 is flaunting that bridal jumpsuit or mini dress! While you may not wear one of these on the day of your wedding, you can always incorporate them into your dinner rehearsal or bachelorette party! 

If you choose to wear one of these options on your wedding day, it’s not only a chance for an amazing photo op, it makes things extremely comfortable for you to party with friends and dance the night away! 

Bride in a floral lace long-sleeve gown leans over a white fireplace mantle surrounded by candles and pampas grass.
Bride in a long-sleeve lace floral open-back wedding gown standing by a fireplace with flowers.
Three brides in white dresses holding bouquets of orange and green flowers laugh together in a bright white studio.
Three smiling brides in white dresses hold bouquets of peach and green flowers while posing in a bright white room.
Elegant bride in a floral lace long-sleeve gown leans against a white dresser surrounded by candles and pampas grass.
Bride in a short sparkly off-shoulder white dress poses beside a decorated reception table with candles and flowers.
Three brides in white dresses toast with champagne glasses at an elegantly decorated white reception table.
Bride in a white mini dress with large bow and long train stands with her back to camera near floral arrangements.
Bride in a sleek white mini dress with train poses beside a styled reception table and floral arrangements.
Three brides in white dresses celebrate with bouquets of peach and green flowers in a bright white studio space.
Three brides in white dresses sit and pose together in a bright white studio with floral arrangements and candles.
Three elegant women in white wedding dresses pose together around a pedestal with floral arrangements in a bright studio.


All and all I wanted to bring a fun UNIQUE Styled Shoot for Bride’s to look through and find inspiration for one of the most important days of their lives!