The modern bride knows her exit is just as important as her entrance, and these gowns are designed to dazzle from every angle.
Every bride knows the front of a wedding dress matters, but the back is where the real magic happens. Whether it’s a daring plunge, a sculptural bow, or an artful cut-out, back details are trending more than ever. They are the moment of surprise that creates stunning photos and will leave everyone in awe. In this post, we have curated 16 of the most show-stopping designer gowns that let their backs do the talking. From open-back elegance to bow-tied moments. Get ready to fall in love with these unforgettable back detailed bridal gowns.
Open & Illusion Backs
01. Maggie Sottero: Illusion Forals
A sexy and feminine fit-and-flare bridal gown that has the most captivating illusion back design. Delicate buttons accent the entire back of the gown and the illusion design gives the appearance that the florals are floating.
02. Pronovias: Cowl Back
The illusion cowl back of this next dress is so elegant and dramatic. The illusion detail is so subtle, but the delicate rhinestone accents give the gown just a touch of shimmering glamour from the back.
03. Ines di Santo: Plunging Illusion Back
A dramatic plunging illusion back that is sure to leave everyone in awe. We love how the floral embroidered straps seem to gracefully climb up and down the back of this gown. And the detachable train makes even more of a statement from behind.
04. Milla Nova: Illusion Lace
This next delicate lace wedding gown from Milla Nova is an absolute showstopper. And we have to admit that the back detailing is our favorite features. An illusion design accented with a lace collared neckline that leads into illusion sleeves that are so delicate and elegant. And we love how the buttons on the top half of the back seem to be floating with the sheer design.
Back Bows
05. Oscar de la Renta: Glam Drama
An ultra galm bridal style from Oscar de la Renta that features a statement oversized bow train at the back. If you want to make a statement not just in the front of your gown, but from all angles, this is a must-see dress.
06. Jenny Yoo: Elongated Back Bow
The perfect elegant finish to this stunning lace dress - an elongated satin back bow. This bow may not be as oversized as others, but the long streamers that drape down to the ground give this gown an elevated and feminine finish.
07. Sareh Nouri: Statement Bow
We are loving the classic elegance of this next statement back bow from Sareh Nouri. This gown makes a statement, but in such an elevated and sophisticated way. Pair with a sleek hairstyle and minimal jewelry - and let the dress do the talking.
08. Galia Lahav: Blush Tulle Bow
A plunging low back with a blush tulle bow accent. This gown has it all from behind. The elegant low back is beautifully accented with a floor length blush tulle bow that adds a feminine touch to this beautiful gown.
Keyhole or Cutout
09. Justin Alexander: Lacy Keyhole
If you love the idea of back detailing, but are unsure about a completely open style, a keyhole or cutout design may be perfect for you. And this eyelash lace keyhole design from Justin Alexander is absolutely irresistible. Delicate, feminine and sophisticated.
10. Grace Loves Lace: Modern Keyhole Cowl
This next gown from Grace Loves Lace, has the most alluring modern keyhole/cutout style in the back. The gown features romantic off-the-shoulder sleeves that are secured in the back with buttons. But the open keyhole with draped cowl accent really adds some drama to this ultra sophisticated look.
11. Anne Barge: Fringe Keyhole
A playful and modern keyhole back wedding dress from Anne Barge. The high bateau neck is balanced with an elegant open keyhole in the back. This gown is all about clean design with its slim column silhouette, but with some modern playfulness with the all over fringe detailing.
12. Grace Loves Lace: Asymmetric Keyhole Cutout
Modern and elegant. We are just loving the plunging back style of this stunning satin gown from Grace Loves Lace with its modern asymmetric keyhole cutout. This gown perfectly merges classic elegance with modern design.
Open or Plunging Low Back:
13. Ines di Santo: Dramatic Lines
This next back detailed wedding dress from Ines di Santo is all about dramatic lines. And the plunging open V-back design creates so much drama. On one side, you have a thin spaghetti strap that wraps across the entire back. And on the other is a sash detail that cascades from the shoulder down to the ground. This gown may not have the volume other gowns do, but it makes a statement with its curated details, especially from the behind.
14. Justin Alexander: Elegant Low Back
This is as elegant as they come. A stretch crepe fit-and-flare gown from Justin Alexander with a captivating V-low back. The buttons that accent from the base of the open back to the ground make this open style feel even more sophisticated and dramatic.
15. Elie Saab: Low Back Gown
Have a statement gown, with a statement low back. But this low back doesn't seem as daring or dramatic as some of the others. It is elegant and creates a sophisticated shape from behind. We love the low back paired with the wider almost off-the-shoulder sleeves. Timeless elegance at its best.
16. Berta: Ultra Low Back
This breathtaking gown from Berta features one of the most daring low backs on our list. But what we love about this gown, is how it still has a subtle strap across the back to give you support. So you can embrace an ultra low back, while still feeling confident all day.
By Kathryn Schrotenboer
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