Dress: Shauna by Rebecca Ingram
We usually wrap December up with ‘this was awesome’ highlights from our favorite brands, but now that it’s a shiny new year, we feel like a good old ‘Best of’ roundup in 01 of 2023 is just as appropriate. And Maggie Sottero will always be on our radar, because the bridal design house is 1) for women, by women 2) run by moms and daughters who know all the highs and lows of the ‘classic’ wedding dress shopping experience, and have reimagined it for the modern bride and their entourage and 3) hell-bent on championing the most inclusive, all-brides-considered diversity in the industry today. So, we’re taking a look at 20 iconic dresses that come to mind every time we hear the name Maggie Sottero (or stalking the designers’ social pages—can’t EVEN tell you how many times I’ve seen a dress and automatically remembered its name, because it’s burned in my memory in the best way possible).
We can’t forget to call out what we love about Maggie Sottero, the brand, alone
Dress: Cassidy by Rebecca Ingram
As for the affordability and accessibility of this legacy brand? Well, that’s just another ❤️ of ours. Maggie Sottero offers on-trend, value styles to match any budget AND shop-now gowns to meet every timeline. Need it fast, for a wedding not too far out? No problem. Many styles can be quick-shipped.
Okay, so now that we’ve covered the backbone of this visionary bridal business, here are 20 dresses that have caught our attention all year long (and then some).
Make it your own with: Detachable illusion bishop sleeves with a beaded cuff (sold separately)
Bishop sleeve A-line wedding gown in vintage and cottagecore perfection
Make it your own by: Extending the train for added drama or shortening it for a sweet reception or after-party look
Unique boho lace A-line wedding dress with a scalloped skirt
Make it your own with: Tulle veil edged in sequined lace motifs (sold separately)
Strapless mermaid bridal gown in oversized lace
Make it your own with: Extra lace for a more modest neckline
Nature-inspired tulle wedding dress with a plunging V-neckline
Make it your own with: Detachable beaded straps or a detachable Mago satin neckline dress wrap (sold separately)
Simple ball gown wedding dress with an elegant overskirt (available with or without pleats)
Make it your own with: A detachable Ida stretch Mikado bow or a detachable Ida stretch Mikado train (sold separately)
Classic fit-and-flare wedding dress with old-Hollywood vibes
Magical V-neck lace A-line wedding dress in textured illusion motifs
Make it your own with: A cathedral veil adorned with beaded lace motifs (sold separately)
Backless boho wedding dress in an A-line silhouette (or soft sheath silhouette); opt for a lined front sweetheart bodice for greater coverage
Make it your own with: Detachable flutter sleeves with beaded trim (sold separately)
Casual chiffon wedding dress with a flirty lace bodice (can be lined for modesty)
Make it your own with: Detachable lace and sequin cap sleeves (sold separately)
Off-the-shoulder chiffon wedding gown for beach vibes; remove the train (via special request alterations) for a more casual, relaxed look
Make it your own with: An extended train or a chapel-length wedding veil with scattered lace motifs along the edge (sold separately)
Dreamy and whimsical lace tulle wedding dress with a V-neck available in black and ivory
Make it your own with: A detachable Tavira satin bow (sold separately)
Vintage off-the-shoulder satin ball gown
make it your own with: A soft tulle jacket with beaded 3D flowers and bishop sleeves with crystal-button closures (sold separately)
Classic satin wedding dress with a sweetheart neckline (available with a covered button-back or lace-up closure)
Make it your own with: Covered buttons down the back for a vintage vibe
Beaded chiffon sheath wedding dress in a slimming silhouette
Make it your own with: A detachable illusion jacket with long bishop sleeves (sold separately)
Sexy satin deep V-neckline bridal gown with buttons
Make it your own with: A front-lined, less sheer bodice
Romantic backless lace wedding dress with square back
Make it your own with: Detachable sequined lace cap-sleeves or a Keela Mikado long fitted-sleeves jacket with front-tie closure (sold separately)
Strapless lace bridal gown with sweetheart neckline (available with a lace-up corset closure and a raised-back neckline)
Make it your own with: A detachable illusion lace long sleeve jacket (sold separately)
Regal-inspired crepe bridal dress with lace and V-neck; extend the train for a grander entrance
Make it your own with: A detachable Odessa chiffon train with extended illusion lace hem (sold separately)
Sexy plus-size crepe halter style bridal gown with lace and the option to extend or shorten the train
Vintage glamour in a timeless off-the-shoulder fit-and-flare wedding dress