Mid-Year Look Back: Best Wedding Gowns Loved by Our Brides in 2026
Our Top 5 Wedding Dresses of the Year Thus Far
We're halfway through 2026, and it felt like the right time to look back at the gowns that have had our brides falling in love at first fitting. From sculpted silhouettes to romantic florals, here are the dresses our Frieda Brides have been choosing again and again this year.
Honourable Mentions
Brody
Brody has been turning heads with its striking cut-outs set into an oversized floral motif, giving just a hint of sheerness peeking through. It's bold without losing romance — perfect for a bride who wants her gown to make a statement.
Real Bride S.C. tell us why she chose Brody:
“I chose it because the flowers on the lace design were bold yet intricate and detailed, and overall it felt like no other gown I had tried on.”
Addilyn
Cut in a luminous, luxe satin, Addilyn keeps things clean and elegant with a subtle drop waist that flatters the figure beautifully. The included scarf accessory adds an effortless touch of drama — easy to style, easy to fall for.
Real Bride A.B. who wore Addilyn tells us why she chose it:
“The Addilyn gown is a natural beauty, striking the perfect balance between effortless chic and classic elegance.”
Top 3 Gowns at our Studio
3rd Place: Romina
A firm favourite amongst both our petite and plus-size brides, Romina's beautifully draped cowl bodice and sculpted, modern drop waist silhouette make it impossible to ignore. It's minimalist with just enough twist to keep things interesting — proof that less really can be more.
2nd Place: Maya
Maya's arched neckline offers a flattering, elongating look, while oversized floral appliques cascade along the hem of her dramatic ball skirt for a result that's both clean and romantic. It's a dress that flatters a wide range of body shapes, which is exactly why she's been such a hit this year.
Real Bride N.Y. tells us her experience in the Maya gown:
“I came to Frieda Brides specifically for the Maya dress, and after trying it on I knew it was going to be my dress for my big day :) I was really drawn to the floral applique on the gown and the unique neckline!”
1st Place: Leah
Topping our list is Leah — a timeless silhouette that lengthens the body with clean, sleek lines. Flattering on petite and plus-size brides alike, Leah has been the dress our brides keep coming back to, and it's easy to see why.
Which One Would You Choose?
From bold cut-outs to timeless elegance, this list says a lot about what our brides have been drawn to in 2026 so far — romantic detailing, flattering silhouettes, and gowns that work beautifully across all body types.
Curious to see these dresses in person? Book a fitting with us and find out which one is "the one" for you.