Known for her daring yet traditional silhouettes that flatter the female form, Israeli-based designer Riki Dalal continues to surprise us. For her 5th bridal collection, titled Valencia, the designer focused on airy romance through ethereal layering, dramatic cutouts and comfortable fabrics.
Embellishments like pearls, beading and antique lace are featured on many of the wedding dresses along with a new twist this season—layers. Transparency and even fringe make an appearance in this stunning collection that you have to see for yourself.
This sleek satin gown is truly stunning. The dress features a beautiful v-neck and open v-back, a trend for this collection, and a feminine fit-and-flare silhouette.
The illusion long sleeves are covered in lace embroidery. The same lace detail continues through the bodice and the godet skirt. An illusion back and chapel train complete the look.
We love that this gown has enough coverage to be appropriate for a church wedding but with a hint of sexy. It would also be an elegant choice for a more formal beach wedding.
Another great option for a destination wedding is this modern-boho sheath wedding dress.
We love the halter neckline and the unique embroidered pattern that covers the nude-lined dress. In the back, a low V and a calf-high slit in the skirt with a sweeping train to finish.
If this simple silhouette isn’t calling your name, consider this dress for a reception or send-off look. You wouldn’t have to worry about bustling a train and the non-traditional color makes it extra fun.
This next wedding dress has Hollywood glam written all over it. The strapless gown boasts a chic fit-and-flare silhouette and is made of sleek satin.
The unique part of this gown is the choker detail above the sweetheart neckline that leads to a double keyhole back crafted of beautiful lace. The stunning scalloped chapel train, with the same lace detailing, is absolutely dreamy as well.
We wouldn’t be surprised to see this gown at a black tie wedding or even the red carpet. We love seeing celebrities walk the carpet in a designer wedding dress!
Another long-sleeve wedding dress caught our eye, but this one’s a little more sensual.
The all-over lace sheath gown boasts a sheer lace bodice and matching long sleeves. A scalloped-edge v-neck has three small keyholes down the front of the bodice. The same detail is featured on the open v-back, and illusion tulle is used to hold a trail of buttons.
We love the modern top paired with the more classic skirt. It’s a great way to bridge contemporary elements with a touch of vintage.
If you’re looking to glam up a modern boho look, this gown is a winner.
The intricate boho-inspired lace embroidery is the real eye-catcher here and is featured on the high neckline, delicate cap sleeves and low scooped back. It’s also highlighted at the bottom of the drop waist before reaching the fit-and-flare skirt.
The rest of the gown boasts clean lines with a thin V-shaped slit in the bodice and an unsuspecting cathedral train. We love this option for a romantic elopement or destination wedding in the mountains.
Take us back to the 1920s! This flapper girl-inspired wedding dress is super fun. The short gown starts with a nude lining as a base and is covered in ornate white, silver and gold beading to create a stunning pattern all over the gown.
The collar neckline paired with the keyhole front are unique touches and the fringe skirt is super flirty. We see this option as more of a reception dress but it could totally work for a chic civil wedding as well.
To complete the look, match the dress’s energy by adding a fun headpiece, statement earrings and a cute clutch.
For a modern princess look, we love this stunning ball gown. The sheer bodice features an elegant v-neckline plus feminine 3D florals cascade down to the full, flowy tulle skirt.
The open back is a hint of sexy and a sweeping train allows you to twirl and dance the night away with ease. It’s truly a fairytale wedding dress.
One of the best parts of this gown is that it comes with a dramatic detachable option. If you’re wanting to elevate the skirt, add the matching tulle overskirt to turn your sweeping train into a cathedral train. We love how you get two looks in one with this design!
Artsy brides will really love this next gown—it’s a true work of art. This beautiful fit-and-flare wedding dress boasts a sweetheart neckline and simple chapel train.
The show-stopping element on this gown is the sleeve—a vine-motif design, made of sparkly appliqué, creates the one-shoulder look. The vine design starts on the illusion back, as a unique embroidered sun shape, before curving around the bride’s shoulder and climbing down the ¾-sleeve.
The gown has a boho-romantic vibe with a touch of sexy. It would be a great choice for a more elegant affair. We love the bride’s soft bun updo as a contrast to the sophisticated design.
One of the best ways to incorporate some color into your wedding-day look is with the wedding dress itself!
This ultra-glam sheath gown actually has a blush-colored lining, which we totally love, and an illusion neckline.
Pulling inspiration from the Art Deco era, the sleeveless gown features an overlay of thick and thin lines made entirely of intricate white beading. It’s another red carpet-worthy design and definitely feminine.
The final gown that we really love from the Valencia collection is a blend of sexy modern and vintage classic.
This gown really has everything a bride could dream of. A light collar leads the gown before slipping into the deep, plunging v-neckline. The figure-hugging mermaid silhouette along with the sheer long sleeves are adorned with beading and sequins. The embellishments are crafted into both floral and geometric-inspired patterns for a stunning 3D effect.
The grand finale is the dramatic open back paired with the flirty tiered ruffle tulle skirt. We love this pick for a winter wedding but preferably indoors since it’s more revealing. If you are saying “I do” outdoors, adding a faux fur jacket would warm this ensemble right up!
