Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 25)

Our regional experts share their trend forecasts for weddings in 2021 HOT TOPIC Meet the expert: Sarah Treble is a bespoke bridal and occasion wear designer with over 20 years’ experience since graduating from Central Saint Martins in London. She spent three seasons working as the head designer for Valentino in Italy, which instilled in her a love for haute couture. Sarah is now based in Exeter, Devon, after moving there from London in 2009, and her dresses are hand-crafted and made-to-measure, combining exceptional comfort with sheer elegance. We’re rescheduling our wedding until spring 2021 so can you give me some ideas for bridal dress trends that look set to continue throughout the rest of this year and into next? Sarah says: Colour still features strongly on the bridal catwalks as an alternative to the traditional white and ivory gowns. Blush, beige and pink have been evident for the past few seasons so expect this to continue, but now expanding into the palette are shades of blue, pistachio, and green. The use of colour isn’t limited to subtle tints, instead, bold floral prints and coloured embroidery can also be expected to make an appearance, inspired by nature and romantic painterly watercolours. This artistic, artisanal trend is evident in other forms of fabric embellishments. Large, luscious ruffles, intricate pleating, silk abstract flowers and soft chiffon feathers give an innovative twist to classic shapes, all expected to be requested for weddings taking place in 2021.The recent popularity of period dramas such as Emma, Belgravia and Little Women has also influenced bridal trends this season. High necklines, lace bodices and long lace sleeves are given a more modern feel with the seductive baring of backs and shoulders. Lace is ever-present, but expect a bolder take on this favourite fabric. Instead of soft delicate Chantilly lace, think heavy, corded varieties and guipure lace that resembles crochet. Upcoming trends will also see cheeky high splits, short asymmetric hems, and the popular monochrome look of black teamed with traditional ivory. There’s also simple tailoring with jackets, trousers, and jumpsuits all beautifully cut and unadorned, and coat-style dresses and capes. I’d sum up the new season as being strong yet feminine, creative and bold with a liberal sprinkling of irreverent attitude. Sarah Treble Couture | 07944 605 559 | https://sarahtreble.co.uk | www.instagram.com/sarahtreblecouture Photography of Sarah Treble Couture dresses called Adrienne, Lily, Palazzo and the blue organza cape all courtesy of www.jocu nninghamphotography.co.uk and Clara and Air Blue all courtesy of www.nikoleramsay.com DRESS TO IMPRESS Lily with blue organza cape Clara Adrienne Air Blue 60