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Three bridal portraits side by side showing Maggie Sottero chokers. A beaded crystal choker with draped strands over an embellished corset gown, a white 3D floral lace choker with a pink floral bodice, and a lace floral high-neck appliqué paired with a draped satin gown and cathedral veil.

Edgy Bridal Chokers: The Trend for the Unconventional Bride

Dresses | October 16, 2026

A bridal choker is a snug necklace worn high on the neck with a wedding dress. It sits at the base of the throat and highlights the collarbone. Right now, the modern bridal choker is one of the hottest wedding accessory trends. So, why are brides choosing it? First, 90s wedding style...

Three destination wedding scenes featuring Maggie Sottero bridal gowns. On the left, a couple stands on a rocky overlook above a sparkling mountain lake, with the bride wearing a classic ballgown and long veil. In the center, a couple stands beneath a vibrant tropical floral arch on a white-sand beach, with the bride in a flowing strapless gown holding a colorful bouquet. On the right, a couple exchanges vows on a secluded black-sand beach framed by dramatic coastal rocks, with the bride wearing a fitted floral lace gown and cathedral-length veil. The collage highlights destination wedding celebrations in mountain, tropical, and seaside settings.

Destination Wedding Dresses + Planning Tips

DressesTips and Trends | October 15, 2026

A destination wedding gives you the chance to celebrate somewhere unforgettable, whether that means exchanging vows on a sun-drenched beach,...

Graphic for “Fall Wedding Colors & How to Choose Yours.” Large transparent letters spelling “FALL” contain images of autumn leaves, pumpkins, and a colorful fall landscape, overlaid on a close-up of a person wearing an ivory lace wedding dress while seated on a vintage upholstered sofa. Warm brown, gold, and cream tones create a cozy autumn wedding aesthetic.

Fall Wedding Colors: How to Choose Your Palette and Find Your Gown

Tips and Trends | October 14, 2026

Fall is one of the most romantic times to get married, and choosing your fall wedding color palette is easier...

Collage of three brides celebrating their weddings in different traditions while wearing Maggie Sottero gowns. From left to right: a bride in a long-sleeved modest wedding dress with a coordinating veil and head covering holding a bouquet beside a partner in formalwear; a bride in a strapless satin ballgown embracing a partner on a cobblestone street; and a bride in a lace fit-and-flare gown with henna-adorned hands sharing an intimate pose with a partner in a white suit.

Wedding Traditions Reimagined: A Fresh Look at the Moments That Matter

DressesTips and TrendsWedding Inspo | October 9, 2026

Wedding traditions reimagined means keeping the customs that feel meaningful and updating the ones that don’t. Many classic wedding traditions,...

Behind-the-scenes photo of a bride and groom, the bride in a Maggie Sottero wedding dress posing beside a rocky riverside. The ivory A-line gown features a glitter tulle skirt, a fitted embellished bodice, and a flowing train. Two photographers frame the scene in the foreground while capturing the styled bridal portrait.

Wedding Photo Tips and Tricks

Tips and Trends | October 8, 2026

Your wedding day will fly by. One minute you’re getting ready with your favorite people, and the next, you’re dancing...

Three petite-friendly wedding gowns, including satin and lace A-line silhouettes, featured in a bridal style guide for petite brides

A Petite Bride’s Guide to Finding The One

DressesTips and Trends | October 3, 2026

Finding a wedding dress that fits a petite frame shouldn’t feel like a compromise. Petite wedding dresses are proportioned for...

Bride getting ready with a makeup artist before her wedding, highlighting last-minute bridal preparations and wedding day emergency essentials.

Wedding Day Emergency Kit: The Complete Checklist for Brides

Tips and Trends | October 1, 2026

Your wedding day is finally here. The dress is steamed, the flowers are ready, and you’ve probably spent months making...

Side-by-side view of the Juneau by Maggie Sottero wedding gown bodice customization. The left gown features a clean satin corset bodice with a draped sweetheart neckline and structured seams, while the right gown showcases the same silhouette embellished with hand-applied pearl beading along the neckline, waist, and skirt. Both gowns are displayed on dress forms against a dark background, highlighting the contrast between the minimalist and embellished designs.

Wedding Dress Customization & Personalization with Maggie Sottero

Tips and Trends | September 26, 2026

Searching for a custom wedding dress or ways to personalize your bridal gown? At Maggie Sottero, we believe your wedding...

Three 90s-inspired wedding dresses featuring sleek satin silhouettes, draped necklines, corset details, and a romantic floral ballgown.

90s Wedding Dress Charm: The Irresistible Bridal Trend We Love

DressesTips and Trends | September 24, 2026

90s wedding dresses are having a full-blown moment, and it’s easy to see why. From sleek slip silhouettes to basque...

Three wedding reception dress looks displayed side by side, showcasing fitted lace detailing, a convertible satin overskirt silhouette, and a floral-textured gown with dramatic puff sleeves.

Reception Dresses Worth Changing For

DressesWedding Inspo | September 19, 2026

Your ceremony gown gets the grand entrance. Your reception look gets the dance floor. Whether you’re dreaming of changing into...

Three brides model white wedding dresses featuring sweetheart, high halter, and strapless necklines with lace, pearl beading, and floral appliqués.

Different Types of Necklines for Your Wedding Gown

Tips and TrendsWedding Inspo | September 18, 2026

The neckline of your wedding dress can shape the entire look, from the soft curve of a sweetheart to the...

Collage of the Antoinette wedding dress by Maggie Sottero styled for a Halloween-inspired wedding. The black satin ballgown is shown in a moody bookstore setting with dramatic lighting, a dark jewel-toned bouquet, and bookshelves in the background. In the center image, the model holds a vampire-themed romance novel, creating a gothic, romantic aesthetic perfect for a sophisticated Halloween celebration.

Halloween Wedding Ideas for a Moody, Romantic Celebration

Tips and TrendsWedding Inspo | September 12, 2026

These Halloween wedding ideas go far beyond pumpkins and plastic cobwebs. We’re bringing together moody color palettes, dramatic florals, vintage...

Three-panel collage featuring wedding dress shoppers and brides modeling different gown silhouettes, including beaded, off-the-shoulder, and lace styles, celebrating a variety of bridal looks and body types.

What Brides on GLP-1s Need to Know Before Wedding Dress Shopping

Tips and Trends | September 10, 2026

Wedding dress shopping is personal for every bride. And if you’re navigating changes in your body, including changes associated with...

Two models wearing Sottero and Midgley Aelarion and Petra wedding gowns with intricate beading and corset details.

The Real Cost of a Cheap Wedding Dress

DressesTips and Trends | September 9, 2026

Looking for a cheap wedding dress? Finding a wedding dress at an affordable price is absolutely possible, but brides beware,...

Three-panel fall wedding collage featuring the Wicklow wedding dress by Maggie Sottero. A bride in an off-the-shoulder floral lace gown poses with a bouquet of rust, orange, and ivory blooms, while a couple walks through an autumn landscape surrounded by golden foliage and warm seasonal colors.

Fall Wedding Dresses That are Perfect for Your Autumn Nuptials

DressesTips and Trends | September 5, 2026

There’s something about a fall wedding that makes everything feel a little more cinematic. The changing leaves, cooler evenings, golden...

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