Which bridal neckline is the most universally flattering? We would have to say a square neckline hands down.
Square necklines might have gotten their start in the Regency era. But modern bridal designers are taking this classic and timeless neckline and pairing it with contemporary bridal styles in the most stunning ways. With the popularity of Bridgerton, brides everywhere are now looking twice at this classic neckline. So what makes square necklines so appealing? They are flattering on almost all body types. Without being too risqué, a square neckline shows off the collarbone, which is universally feminine and attractive feature on women. So we have gathered a list of our favorite square neckline bridal styles that are trending. Some are classic, some are bold and modern, but they all sport the same timeless neckline that we are sure you will fall in love with!
01. Dana Harel: Glam Embroidered Gown
Get ready to fall in love with this first square neck bridal gown from Dana Harel. A luxurious tulle gown embroidered with pearls, sequins, and crystals. This gown has a subtle roaring 20's flapper feel to it.
02. Half Penny London: Square Neck Contemporary
This captivating full length sleeve gown comes from Half Penny London. A modern masterpiece featuring an elegant squared neckline, subtle shoulder puff accents and a sultry high front slit. Everything a minimalist modern bride could want.
03. Jenny Yoo: Classy Fit and Flare
Clean, modern and classy. This next square neck bridal gown comes from Jenny Yoo, and it is absolutely irresistible. A flattering gown that is both modern and classic.
04. Galia Lahav: Regal Satin Ball Gown
Get ready to fall in love with this modern ball gown from Galia Lahav. Featuring a flattering square neckline, sleek corseted bodice and surprising black satin bow accents at the shoulders. A style fit for a queen.
05. Pronovias: Glam Mermaid
A glamorous tulle mermaid gown with the most lavish floral embroidery and flattering square neckline. And the gown is finished with an optional, beautiful tulle overskirt with the same intricate floral embroidery.
06. Leanne Marshall: Square Neck Puff Sleeve
A classic square neckline with trending puff sleeves. We are loving this combination from Leanna Marshall. This gown is clean and modern, yet with a timeless romantic feel to it.
07. Tadashi Shoji: Square Neck Two Piece
This stunning embroidered tulle two piece features a classic square neckline that is timeless and flattering. We love the trendy two piece look, but in a traditional cut and fabric.
08. Dana Harel: Geometric Elipses Gown
This next square neck bridal gown is effortless and feminine. But the surprising geometric ellipses design makes this gown feel modern and exciting.
09. Justin Alexander: Square Neck Stretch Crepe
Contemporary and clean. This next bridal style from Justin Alexander is a stunning stretch crepe gown with an effortless square neckline with thin straps and a sexy open back. The fit-and-flare silhouette is effortless and we love that the look is finished with delicate buttons all the way down the back of the dress to the floor.
10. Anne Barge: Traditional Florals
Anne Barge brings us this stunning square neck A-line gown that has a very timeless and traditional feel to it. Featuring gorgeous floral embroidery starting at the bodice, and cascading down the length of the skirt.
11. Galia Lahav: Fairytale Princess
What bride wouldn't feel like an absolute fairytale princess in this next bridal gown from Galia Lahav? Featuring a chic square neckline, corset bodice with cutout detailing and all over lavish lace embellishment. This whimsical gown truly looks like it came straight out of a romantic fairytale.
12. Half Penny London: Clean and Classy
A modern bride can never go wrong with a clean, classy bridal look. And the flattering square neckline and wide straps of this gown make it truly elegant and timeless.
13. Viktor Rolf: Square Neck Daisies
Inspired by 1960's floral designs, this next square neck bridal gown comes from Viktor Rolf. A chic A-line gown crafted out of double-faced matte crepe and a tulle and organza ruffled hemline. The clean square neckline is contrasted by the all over 3D daisy accents. A modern, yet playfully feminine bridal gown.
14. Sophie et Voila: Edgy & Modern Two Piece
Not every square neckline bridal style is feminine and timeless. Sophie et Voila shows us how this classic neckline can be used in a modern, edgy way. This two-piece bridal style features a long square neck top and skinny trousers. Perfect for the contemporary bride who is craving something different for her wedding day look.
15. Theia: Simple Stretch Crepe
Our minimalist brides out there are sure to love this simple, yet elegant stretch crepe bridal gown from Theia. With a flattering square neckline, and wide straps, this gown is absolutely effortless.
16. Justin Alexander: A Modern Classic
This next bridal gown from Justin Alexander is a modern classic. A clean and sophisticated stretch Mikado A-line gown with an effortless square neckline. And to add just a touch of whimsy, the look is finished with trending detachable tulle puff sleeves.
17. Viktor Rolf: Clean and Modern
Clean, modern and classic. This gown is simple, yet sure to make a statement. A classic A-line cut gown in a beautiful Italian faille fabric that gives the gown a crisp, and structured look. The modest square neckline pairs beautifully with this style and the plunging open back is an exciting, and somewhat unexpected feature.
18. Eisen Stein: Squared Corset Gown
We love the unique squared neckline of this stunning corset bridal gown from Eisen Stein. Corset bridal styles typically have more dramatic sweetheart necklines. So the squared-off style of this one is exciting and unique.
19. Kaviar Gauche: Contemporary Jacquard Gown
This next square neck bridal style from Kaviar Gauche is the perfect mix of contemporary and sophisticated. A chic jacquard gown with a classic square neckline and trending high front slit.
20. Leanna Marshall: Effortless Square Neck
This next square neck bridal gown comes from Leanne Marshall. This effortless gown features a clean and classic bodice with a classic square neckline and thick straps which pairs seamlessly with the soft flowing front slit skirt.
By Kathryn Schrotenboer