Trend Alert: 10 Airy Wedding Dresses & Accessories for Ethereal Brides

Looking for a gorgeous gown inspired by the elements? Getting married somewhere bright, beautiful, and blooming? Shopping for airy wedding dresses that feel like you’re dancing on a cloud? We have just the chic and lightweight designs you’re looking for… Find your perfect style from our latest collections! Read our blog to see some of our favorite ethereal gowns, and make sure to find an Authorized Retailer near you to try one of them IRL!

What Are Airy Wedding Dresses?

“Airy bridal” is a big trend in the wedding industry. These styles are all about soft, airy, and effortless silhouettes and featherlight details. Think romantic lines, sheer bodices, and ethereal embellishments. 

What makes an airy wedding dress? Start with chiffon, organza, illusion lace, and shimmery tulle — lightweight fabrics inspired by natural elements. You might also choose an A-line or sheath silhouette. (While mermaid and ball gown silhouettes tend to have more structure and weight, these airy wedding dresses are soft, relaxed, and comfortable.)

Beach wedding dresses are also considered to be airy and light, so be sure to browse these categories as well when shopping for your perfect style. We’ve curated several of our favorite beachy, light, ethereal, and forest fairy designs below! 

Beaded Airy Gown: Harriett by Rebecca Ingram

“Airy” may be lightweight and effortless, but truly ethereal wedding dress is all about the shimmer. And that means BEADING! 

Harriett by Rebecca Ingram is inspired by soft vintage glamor. It’s also from our Rebecca Ingram line — gorgeous styles at affordable prices.

This flowy wedding dress features two customization options:

• Available with a plain tulle skirt.
• Also available with a fully lined bodice.

And of course, you can add a chic bridal veil or cape! Talk to your Authorized Retailer about all the options. 

Chiffon Airy Wedding Dress: Jessica by Maggie Sottero

Take a look at this goddess-inspired gown in elegant chiffon. This ultra-feminine wedding dress features a soft, draped silhouette and delicate details. We love how the lace trim on the neck and back matches the illusion train.  

How to personalize Jessica:

• Add the crepe band along the back for a “cowl” effect.
• Add a bridal veil.
• Dress up with a bridal jacket or cape.

This gown is also lined with a lovely crepe. It feels like a dream to wear!

Colorful Chiffon Wedding Dress: Nerida by Sottero and Midgley

Airy AND bold? You can have both with Nerida by Sottero and Midgley. This soft and light wedding dress features dreamy chiffon and gorgeous pops of color. It’s chic, stylish, and the perfect balance of vintage and new. 

Here are a few ways to personalize Nerida:

• Remove the train for a more casual look, through special request.
• Add covered buttons down the back .
• Add a bridal veil.

And if you’re totally true to traditional white, you can order in classic ivory. But if you’re flirting with color for your bridal look? Get inspired with our selection of colored wedding dresses in black, crimson, blush, gold, and more.

3D Floral Gown: Mirra by Maggie Sottero

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“Airy” makes a deluxe statement in Mirra by Maggie Sottero. This 3D floral wedding gown is unique, feminine, and perfectly on trend for modern brides.

Looking to make this ethereal wedding dress your own? Here are your options:

• Add covered buttons down the back for a vintage vibe.
• Also available without the thigh-high slit in the skirt.
• Detachable off-the-shoulder lace ruched tulle cap-sleeves sold separately.

Explore more floral wedding dresses and accessories from our latest collections! (Also a gorgeous gallery if you’re looking for beach wedding dresses.)

Long Sleeve Light Wedding Dress: Joanne by Rebecca Ingram

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Timeless meets ethereal in Joanna by Rebecca Ingram. This sheer and airy wedding gown is a little boho, a little regal, and perfectly classic. Plus, the sleeves are removable so you can style two different looks!

This is what our real brides have to say about ethereal wedding dress Joanne:

• “The sleeves with the beaded cuffs were absolutely gorgeous.” — Destiny W.
• “My favorite feature was the removable sleeves! I felt like I got two looks in one!” — Savannah E.
• “I felt so beautiful! It was exactly what I pictured myself getting married in, and I got so many compliments about my dress!” — Lauren L.

Lacey Flow Gown: Zander by Sottero and Midgley

One of our most popular wedding gowns is Zander by Sottero and Midgley. This stylish sleeved number is all about the silhouette and illusion details. We’re smitten with the plunging neckline and dramatic ballgown skirt. 

This demure yet captivating gown features chic ways to customize:

• Change the Chantilly lace to texture tulle.
• Add covered buttons down the back for a vintage vibe.
• Also available without sleeves with illusion lace tank straps.
• Tulle veil accented with lace sold separately.
• Detachable long fitted lace sleeves sold separately.
• Also available as Zander Lane, a fit-and-flare silhouette.

With a flowy fabric and dark fairytale vibe, this is the perfect wedding dress for brides looking to bring some dark and sultry energy to their wedding day.

Organza Airy Wedding Dress: Knox by Sottero and Midgley

Lush layers combine with shimmery illusion in Knox by Sottero and Midgley. This dramatic yet light wedding dress is all about the contrasts. It’s detailed, glamorous, and totally unique!

Here are two ways to make this wedding gown your own:

• Remove the train for a more casual look through special request.
• Add the detachable off-the-shoulder cap-sleeves with beaded lace motifs and 3-D flowers, sold separately.
• Add the matching lace bridal veil.

Lace Flowy Dress: Winter by Maggie Sottero

Lace makes the perfect statement in ethereal forest fairy wedding dress Winter by Maggie Sottero, an effortless A-line with airy layers. “Winter” is a perfect name for this snow-princess wedding gown, but it’s still perfect for spring, summer, and fall celebrations.

It’s easy to personalize flowy wedding dress Winter for your bridal aesthetic. Here are some options:

• Remove the train for a more casual look through special request.
• Add covered buttons down the back for a vintage vibe.
• Also available with a lined front bodice.
• Detachable illusion lace long sleeves sold separately.
• Extra lace motif included for minor neckline alterations.

Dreamy! Divine! So easy to make your own! What’s next?

Sexy Chiffon Gown: Tierney by Rebecca Ingram

Love the lace bodice trend? Add a plunging neckline and chiffon skirt for chic and airy  vibes. This flowy wedding dress is perfect for an outdoor venue and all-night dance party. 

To change up the details on Tierney, add the detachable illusion bishop sleeves. These are gorgeous for a vintage-inspired wedding aesthetic. (And for more information about caring for chiffon fabric, dive into our expert rundown.)

Sparkly Airy Wedding Dress: Sandrine by Maggie Sottero

Lovely shimmer combines with a charming silhouette in Sandrine by Maggie Sottero. This flirty, romantic, and lightweight gown is made for the spotlight. 

Personalization options for Sandrine include:

• Change the glitter tulle to plain tulle.
• Remove the train for a more casual look through special request.
• Add covered buttons down the back for a vintage vibe.
• Available as a fully lined bodice.

And finally, add a bridal accessory to any of these airy, boho, and beach wedding dresses for extra romance:

• Fairbanks, a garden-inspired bridal veil with a long sweep and delicate lace motifs. This accessory would look beautiful when matched with a floral gown, but also makes a lovely statement paired with a minimalist style. 
• Clover, a beautifully embellished illusion jacket featuring vintage pearls. This adds a bit of demure coverage to a range of our strapless wedding gowns. 
• Tempe, an exquisite overskirt to add dimension and layer to your A-line or ballgown. This design is simple enough to pair with several of our gowns, yet luxe enough to make a unique statement. 
• Kingsley, a long and lush bridal veil featuring romantic lace motifs. This accessory is perfect for dramatic photo ops and ceremony drama. 
• The Daisy sleeve accessory, featuring elegant floor-length bell sleeves adorned with lace. This boho style is flirty, fabulous, and ultra-feminine — a gorgeous choice for your ethereal forest fairy wedding dress.

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