Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig love an enchanted garden theme — their fall ready-to-wear collection for Marchesa and its sister label, Notte, both featured opulent florals — and their latest bridal collection pushed the motif further. In a sunset presentation overlooking the Hudson River, the duo showed a dreamy lineup, working blossoms and rose petals into their looks via lavish embroideries and appliqués. “Everything has these nude undertones and feels very light,” Chapman said. “And we wanted to be playful with the silhouettes, for the modern bride that has a hand in fashion.”
Their romantic lineup felt lighter and frothier than in seasons past, with many looks featuring tiered, transparent layers of tulle in dip-dyed blush and cascading 3-D petals. Off-the-shoulder styles felt particularly current in light of the bare-shoulder craze, and a few gowns featured full skirts and peplums that could be removed to reveal slinkier silhouettes beneath. That should also appeal to the bride of today, who doesn’t just plan her wedding but trains for it: “She’s been working on her body and she wants to show it off,” Craig said.