We entered 2023 with a bang, witnessing a stunning array of bridal fashion that left us in awe throughout the year! From bridal masterpieces that whispered tales of sophistication to designs that screamed pure ingenuity, this year was indeed a carnival of trends.
Designers utilised fabrics in unique ways, each experiment leading to a new wave in bridal design. Hairstyles took a luscious turn, geles were flawlessly wrapped like works of art, and makeovers were nothing short of drop-dead gorgeous The mantra was simple: be the best version of yourself, and our inspos did exactly that! If there’s anything 2023 taught us, it’s that some fashion trends aren’t going out of vogue anytime soon. As we bid farewell to 2023, we’ve curated the top 23 looks that defined this sensational year.
In no particular order, we have compiled our top bridal beauty looks of 2023 for you to go through. Check them out and tell us which was your favourite look.
Traditional Beauty Looks
Belle @bellaokagbue | Outfit @tiannahsplacempire for @elegantebytiannah | Photography @segun_wealth | Fabric @noj.georgefabric | Makeup @tmtbylayinka
Belle @aiisha_tahir | Photography @matori_photography | Gele @gelebyleema | Makeup @olygarhbeauty | Jewellery @ialuxury_jewelries | Asooke @bubel_alasooke
Makeup @saffy_ore | Photography @ifedayo.x | Stylist @theaaccompany | Gele @teegele_ | Location @14thavenue.studios | Backdrop @zenbackdrops
Photography @2stepstudio.ng | @2stepweddings.ng | Makeup @pees_touch | Gele @mr_ray_gele | Purse @pearls_pices_jewelry | Dress @kandiceofficial | Accessories @pearls_pices_jewelry | Hairstylist @the_boss_stylist
Belle @diana_eneje | Stylist @_emmanuelgoodnews | Designer @dorhann_ | Hairstylist @deolasanni_wigsluxury | Photography @olamide_david | Makeup @glammedbyzainab | Beads @tophertonyjewelry
Makeup @oteniaramakeovers | Asooke @jenrewa | Gele @suziestouches | Jewellery @justbeadit_ng | Shoes and purse @maronyworld | Photography @askdigitals
Makeup @revysbeauty | Okuku @okukubeautyhub | Dress @nicholestylish | Photography @weezy_scott | Fabric @exclatfabricsng
Belle @mirabeloghenekaro for @bethmodelafrica | Outfit @lakimmyfashion | Luxury Bridal Parasol @lakimmyfashion | Akwaocha Fabric @george_by_ruverodesigns | Stylist @style_by_ruvero | Planner @Elithan_events | Videography @rmstudios__ | @km_with_dflowerprince | Photography @tosinjoshweddings | @stephn_ad | Makeup @tolufelix_mua | Hairstylist @liisignature
Hair @xclusivehairbydee | @bloom_it_backup | Gele @chygele | Okuku @okukucr8tionhub | Corals and traditional accessories @tophertonyjewelry | Accessories @bellezaaccessories_
Shoes/Clutch @ddshoes___ @maronyworld
Now, the white wedding looks
Makeup @glambyomoye | Hairstylist @hairbyposhclass | Dress @airvyatelier | Hair @malliaworld | Earrings @tavinbeads | Photography @bigdealoflagos / @officialbigdealweddings
Belle @__maleeyah | Bridal Makeup @mosewabeauty_ | Hair Stylist @tea.styles | Dress @olabisiodunne | @olabisi.odunne | Accessories @rf_accessories | Photography @tosin.junaid
Outfit @magneticelegance | Belle @melat_abera_ | Makeup @revysbeauty | Hairstylist @kukushair | Jewellery @meeyas_link | Photography @abayomiakinaina | Content @eminencemez | Headpiece @magneticelegance
Dress @xtrabrideslagos | Makeup @bibyonce | Photography @photokulture | Accessories @fabjewels_official | Hairstylist @yinkzsignature
Dress @stitchesbylaura | Makeup @thetoluamisueffect | Accessories @talia.s_armoire | Bouquet @heportal_nig | Hairstylist @monsurrhair | Stylist @lauraeze___1 | Photography @themanuel_photography | @weddingsbytm
Belle @lauraajayii | Dress @veekeejames_official | Photography @officialphotofreak | Makeup @ariyike_mua | Hair @adefunkeee | Earring @cherrysclassic
Belle @lauraajayii | Dress @veekeejames_official | Photography @officialphotofreak | Makeup @bibyonce | Hair @adefunkeee | Ring @cherrysclassic | Location @montysuiteslekki
Let’s also check out these premium reception looks
Belle: @Idiaaisien | Makeup: @beautyandbrushes | Dresses: @toshowoods | @luxurybridesbytoshowoods
Accessories: @aiandeva | Hair: @ddanielstouch | Set Design: @eventflair.ng | Photography: @david.afolayan
Dress @beccaneedlesnstitches | Belle @maryam_sidi_ | Makeup @cattysglam_mua | Photography @photokulture | Videography @_avidstudio | Hairstylist @lolaexpresshair | Accessories @wowaccessorries
Belle @berbiedoll | Dress @veekeejames_official | Photography @officialphotofreak | Makeup @makeupkwin | Hairstylist @adefunkeee | Set Design @bloomsandbutterfliesevents | Accessories @portableaccessoriess
Belle @chiomagoodhair | Dress @xtrabrideslagos | Hair @goodhairltd | Makeup @tolufelix_mua | Stylist @medlinboss | Photography @felixcrown
For the civil wedding slay
Outfit @xtrabrideslagos | Makeup @ariyike_mua | Hairstylist @adefunkeee | Wig @solange.hr_stores
Photography: @buklaw_photography | @buklawphotography_weddings | Outfit: @midegrey | Makeup: @thetoluamisueffect | Bouquet: @yestobliss
Outfit @official7thavenue | Makeup @dmofaces | Hair @monsurrhair | Photography @themanuel_photography | Bouquet @labelle_mariee | Accessories @sacollectionz | Shoe @sacollectionz
Belle: @saidakaramo | Bridal shop: @voilahautecouture | Collection: @marlypcouture | Photography: @photosbyreem | Videography: @BricksGroup | Stylist: @tameyourstyle | Makeup: @enchantedlooksbysidney | Florist @gceventsdesign | Coordinator: @marlypaul_
This year was a display of style and uniqueness, and we can’t wait to see what the canvas of 2024 holds for the world of bridal fashion!🥂