Trumpet, mermaid, fit-and-flare: However you say it, we've gathered our favorites, all right here.
If you've ever watched an episode of Say Yes to the Dress, you've probably heard of a mermaid wedding gown. The silhouette is popular on the show—and among the general masses—for its dramatic shape. It's obvious why brides who want to make a statement down the aisle gravitate toward the design. The figure-hugging bodice paired with the flaring skirt are the perfect blend of sleek and sassy.
Mermaid dresses and trumpet gowns both belong to the fit-and-flare category, for obvious reasons. The first is characterized by its sharp skirt angle (typically starting at the knee), while the second has a more gradual widening (typically starting at the thigh). Some brides prefer trumpets for a little extra mobility, but trust us, you can make both work!
Despite their common silhouette, mermaid (or trumpet, or fit-and-flare) wedding dresses are actually quite diverse, too. Designers constantly play with fabrics, proportions, embellishments, and more to keep their garments looking fresh and interesting. Whether you're set on a single type of neckline, material, or even color, there's a mermaid gown out there for you. Need proof? Look no further than these glamorous examples from some of the biggest and best labels in the industry.
We're especially excited about this embellished Romona Keveza number from the brand's Spring 2020 collection, but it's just one of many incredible styles on the market. Click through to see other favorites from the most recent bridal seasons and prepare to turn heads as you float through your big day.
Savannah Miller
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Amsale
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Sareh Nouri
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Elie Saab
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Anne Barge
Wedding dress is from Fall 2021
Lihi Hod
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Romona Keveza
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Mira Zwillinger
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Fall 2021
Steven Birnbaum
Wedding dress from Spring 2021
Carolina Herrera
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Mira Zwillinger
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Watters
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
David's Bridal
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Steven Birnbaum
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Wtoo by Watters
Wedding dress from Spring 2020
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Gala by Galia Lahav
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Azul by Liancarlo
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Legends Romona Keveza
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Savannah Miller
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Allison Webb
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Mark Zunino
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Isabelle Armstrong
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Yumi Katsura
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Steven Birnbaum
Wedding dress from Fall 2019
Pronovias
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Victoria Kyriakides
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Elie Saab
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Galia Lahav Couture
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Monique Lhuillier
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Ines Di Santo
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Legends Romona Keveza
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Justin Alexander
Wedding dress from Spring 2019
Rebecca Ingram
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Eve of Milady
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Isabelle Armstrong
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Matthew Christopher Couture
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Pnina Tornai
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Azul by Liancarlo
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Sareh Nouri
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Eve of Milady
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Morilee by Madeline Gardner
Wedding dress from Fall 2018
Maggie Sottero
Wedding dress from Fall 2018