Vogue has revealed the top wedding dress trends for 2019… and the Meghan Markle effect is clear to see

From Duchess-inspired halternecks to Cindy Crawford-esque short dresses and even the rise of the bridal kaftan, these are the trends you should expect to see everywhere next year…

1. Meg-a stylish

The Duchess of Sussex, 37, wore a stunning halterneck gown, by Stella McCartney, for her evening reception – and they're set to be all the rage next year.

Meghan's dress was bespoke, but Stella later cashed in selling 23 lookalike lily-white gowns for £3,500 a pop.

Tadashi Shoji is among the designers embracing the sleek, minimalist look for next year's weddings.

2. The big short

Brides will also be throwing it back to the 90s with wedding mini dresses, just like supermodel Cindy Crawford.

Vera Wang, Elie Saab and Viktor & Rolf are all embracing the trend, which would be perfect for your evening reception, engagement party, hen 'do or even walking down the aisle.

As Vogue explain: "There’s something youthful and rebellious about a mini, and shorter lengths are starting to reappear in ready-to-wear, too."

3. Sleevey does it

Everyone loves a statement sleeve, and they're about to hit the wedding circuit in a big way.

Made In Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh, 29, opted for this style when she wed Hugo Taylor, 32, back in July.

Expect to see lots of puffy lace, ruffled tulle and dropped balloon sleeves – which will save the need for a fussy veil or heavy earrings.

4. Birds of a feather

Saint Laurent and Marchesa were both big on the feathered dresses in their FW19 bridal shows.

Whether you're looking to add some plumes to your neckline, or embellish your gown with feathers, it's sure to help you stand out on your big day.

5. Life's a beach

Having a beach inspired wedding doesn't have to mean forking out on a tropical big day.

Boho brides are donning kaftans to walk down the aisle, and now top designers like Naeem Khan, Reem Acra and Tadashi Shoji are getting involved too.

Think sheer panels, beige tulle with gold embroidery and even kaftan jumpsuits.

6. Somewhere over the rainbow

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If you want to stand out on your big day, a colourful gown has long been the way to go.

Vera Wang, Marchesa and Carolina Herrera are all turning to blue, blush pink and mint green gowns over classic white – just like Princess Eugenie and Chrissy Teigen, who wowed in red at her evening reception.

It looks like bright wedding dresses are finally entering the mainstream.

7. Veiled interest

Not all Meghan's wedding decisions have been a hit among us mere mortals.

A growing number of brides are ditching the veil tradition altogether, despite Meghan's stunning 16-foot one – which covered the steps of St George's Chapel.

If you do want to get a veil, the 2019 runway is full of shorter, easier options, with Marchesa introducing a shoulder-length one for next year.

In more wedding news, Olivia Buckland has revealed she felt empty, cried non-stop and binged on McDonald’s after marrying her Love Island hunk.

While this bride admits she secretly ‘fattened up’ her bridesmaids so she could be ‘centre of attention’ on her wedding day.

And Jada Pinkett-Smith has revealed she never wanted to marry Will Smith and cried throughout their wedding day.

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