The bridal fashion and style trends we spotted in 2020 were simply outstanding! Designers, stylists, and brides brought their A-game for the civil wedding looks, religious and symbolic ceremonies, and the wedding reception. African designers like April By Kunbi, Matopeda (Tope FnR), and Brides By Nona designed beautiful radiant dresses; Reine Roi and Imad Eduso designed timeless classy outfits for minimalist brides and more. Here are 20 bridal dresses we loved
Ebere Nwojo looked breathtaking at her royal wedding at the Bayou City Event Centre in Houston, Texas. She wore a custom ball dress embellished with crystals and pearls designed by Atlanta based bridal designer, Brides By Nona. More photos from Ebere & Raphael’s wedding
Fatima Nuhu Ribahu was styled by Nigerian bridal stylist, Salewa Osakwe of SO Style for her wedding in October 2020. She wore a moulded lace bodice on ethereal organza veneer and a matching lace veil designed by Maison Yeya. The look was simply amazing and the bridal portraits are proof of that.
One of the highlights from #ThatNTLove was the bride, Nini’s stunning silk satin aind organza dress designed by Elizabeth And Lace Bridal. She was styled by Nigerian bridal stylist, Lavish Bridal.
Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Cynthia Bailey got married to TV presenter, Mike Hill in a beautiful dress by Brides By Nona at the Governors Towne Club in Acworth, Georgia. Cynthia knew she didn’t want to wear white and described her dress as the ‘PERFECT’ wedding gown. We agree!
Wuraola Precious Adeyemo looked extravagant and elegant in her wedding dress by Valdrin Sahiti for her #WAUnion2020 wedding. We love everything about this dress – the fit, the illusion neckline, the details… what’s not to love
The Wardrobe Manager styled Nigerian minimalist bride, Teleola for her #Teldem2020 wedding. She looked effortlessly elegant in her strapless satin dress designed by Imad Eduso.
Uwana Ebong‘s second outfit for her #UAndI2020 wedding by Matopeda (Tope FnR) took over the internet.
Ghanaian bride, Rita wore a stunning ball dress designed by Yoli Koomson.
Maame Buckman wore a pleated tulle overlay long-sleeved dress with hand embellished lace by Reine Roi.
Daniela’s first look for #TheObiUmahiWedding was easily one of our favourite bridal looks from 2020. Her bridal stylist, The Wardrobe Manager described the look as a vintage-inspired look with conventional silhouettes. The gorgeous dress was designed by April By Kunbi.
Ivy wore a stunning dress by Matopeda (Tope FnR) for her #PartyWithTheOminis white wedding.
Hannah Manboah Rockson had her #EmeriEverAfter wedding in Atlanta and we love her custom made bridal dress by Brides by NoNA.
Belinda from #PassBelTheMike looked elegant in her custom made structured wedding dress by Yemi Shoyemi; the bride was styled by The Wardrobe Manager.
Ewa’s look is one of those looks that’ll easily make the front page of a bridal magazine. STUNNING, ELEGANT, CLASSY, [insert more cool words]. According to the bride’s stylist, Tosin Agboola of The Wardrobe Manager (TWM), Ewa’s look was a modern, vintage civil bridal look and we love it. More pictures from #OurLoveStory2020 here.
Lonita
Eguolo Anita Etefe is a wedding and travel enthusiast