Founded by Mark Badgley and James Mischka, Badgley Mischka is an internationally renowned line that has made a mark in the fashion industry for over 30 years. Since the brand's inception in 1988, Badgley Mischka has been committed to producing designs that are timeless, sophisticated, and modern—all while providing a range of glamourous options to a diverse group of clientele. Additionally, their designs have been worn by countless celebrities, including Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Jennifer Garner, Julia Roberts, and Sarah Jessica Parker (to name a few).
When describing their bridal collections, the designers aim to make their brides feel special and unique on their big day. “Our bride is an individual that makes her own choices," the designers previously told Brides. “Our goal, whenever we design anything, is to make our customers feel empowered and beautiful—it’s the same thing. If she feels beautiful, it makes her more powerful in big and small ways. If she is empowered, she is more beautiful in so many ways."
Take a look below for their latest collections.
Badgley Mischka Bridal Fall 2024
Inspired by the idea of "romantic futurism," Mark Badgley and James Mischka put together a collection that appeals to the bride with timeless, romantic aesthetics. "This collection seeks to marry the wonder and glamour of Yesterday with the world of Tomorrow," the design duo shares. Featuring A-line gowns with interchangeable accessories and pastel-hued ensembles, this Fall 2024 line marries the old with the new to "provide novel and constant enjoyment."
Ahead, the first 15 dresses from Badgley Mischka Bridal Fall 2024.
As it is our absolute commitment that all brides see themselves in our coverage, our editorial team has worked with the brand to confirm that this collection meets the standards outlined in our diversity pledge.
Look 1
The Cut: A strapless, sweetheart fit-and-flare gown
The Material: Heavy crepe
The Wow Factor: The removable oversized back bow
Look 2
The Cut: A blush pink off-the-shoulder, fit-and-flare gown
The Material: Organza and heavy crepe
The Wow Factor: The organza 3D floral accents
Look 3
The Cut: A strapless, sweetheart fit-and-flare gown
The Material: Heavy crepe
The Wow Factor: The mini bows on the flared skirt
Look 4
The Cut: A strapless, sweetheart fit-and-flare gown with round statement sleeves
The Material: Heavy crepe
The Wow Factor: The removable round, statement sleeves
Look 5
The Cut: A strapless, sweetheart fit-and-flare gown
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The embroidered waistline
Look 6
The Cut: An A-line, sleeveless gown
The Material: Sequins and organza
The Wow Factor: The fully embellished bodice
Look 7
The Cut: A strapless, sweetheart fit-and-flare gown
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The embroidered bodice
Look 8
The Cut: A halter-neck gown with a side slit
The Material: Silk satin
The Wow Factor: The draped silhouette
Look 9
The Cut: A halter-neck gown with a side slit and tulle overskirt
The Material: Silk satin and tulle
The Wow Factor: The removable tulle overskirt
Look 10
The Cut: A sweetheart, A-line ball gown with 3D floral sleeves
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The three-dimensional off-the-shoulder sleeves
Look 11
The Cut: A sweetheart, A-line ball gown
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The romantic sweetheart neckline
Look 12
The Cut: A halter-neck sheath dress
The Material: Silk satin
The Wow Factor: The crystal-embellished neckline
Look 13
The Cut: An A-line dress with a plunging neckline
The Material: Tulle, sequins, and satin
The Wow Factor: The structured flutter sleeves and plunging neckline
Look 14
The Cut: A high-low halter-neck gown
The Material: Sequin and tulle
The Wow Factor: The high-low hemline
Look 15
The Cut: A halter-neck mini dress
The Material: Sequins
The Wow Factor: The mini hemline
Badgley Mischka Bridal Spring 2024
Designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka made their 2024 bridal collection a continuation of their devotion to elegance and glamour. The season is all about "The Grand Gesture," with modern voluminous shapes and statement details like feathers, sequin floral details, and jeweled accents. "Our brides are looking for the dress of a lifetime–dramatic, modern, and elegant with the allure of the past," shares the brand. "These gowns will be at home on the rolling lawns of Newport 'cottage,' the historic halls of Highcliff, or the pink beaches of Bermuda."
As it is our absolute commitment that all brides see themselves in our coverage, our editorial team has worked with the brand to confirm that this collection meets the standards outlined in our diversity pledge.
Style 1
The Cut: Strapless A-line gown
The Material: Lace
The Wow Factor: The large floral lace detailing
Style 2
The Cut: V-neck sleeveless gown with A-line skirt and slit
The Material: Tulle and feathers
The Wow Factor: The whimsical feather details in the skirt
Style 3
The Cut: Strapless mermaid dress with sweetheart neckline
The Material: Lace and chiffon
The Wow Factor: The sexy sheer silhouette with lace accents
Style 4
The Cut: Off-the-shoulder princess ballgown
The Material: Silk and lace
The Wow Factor: The embellished lace bodice contrasted with the elegant cut
Style 5
The Cut: A-line gown with sheer high-neck bodice
The Material: Silk and lace
The Wow Factor: The sexy bodice with lace and embellishments
Style 6
The Cut: Sheath gown with spaghetti straps, slit, and train
The Material: Crepe
The Wow Factor: The large floral accent on the bodice
Style 7
The Cut: Strapless ballgown
The Material: Tulle and lace
The Wow Factor: The delicate floral lace detailing
Style 8
The Cut: Off-the-shoulder sheath gown with train
The Material: Crepe, tulle, and lace
The Wow Factor: The delicate cape-like sleeves with lace detailing
Style 9
The Cut: Sheath dress with slit and one off-the-shoulder strap
The Material: Silk and embellishments
The Wow Factor: The glam embellishments
Style 10
The Cut: Column skirt with lace appliqué bodice with low back
The Material: Crepe and lace
The Wow Factor: The sexy sheer bodice with lace appliqués
Style 11
The Cut: One-shoulder gown with train
The Material: Lace
The Wow Factor: The sheer lace skirt for a surprise reveal
Style 12
The Cut: Strapless ballgown
The Material: Tulle and appliqués
The Wow Factor: The bold blue hue with springlike floral details
Badgley Mischka Bridal 2023
For their 2023 collection, the design duo created old Hollywood-inspired gowns, while still leaning into their modern aesthetics and design techniques. "The 2023 Collection continues an evolution of Badgley Mischka Bride," shares the brand within their collection notes. "We are using our favorite classic couture fabrications—sumptuous satins, beautiful sheer chiffon and georgettes, luxurious Mikado, gossamer laces, and crisp organzas. These dressmaker fabrics are used to create gowns of elegance and presence, crafted with modern constructions and techniques that result in gowns that look like a dream and feel like a whisper."
Adalina
The Cut: Mermaid gown
The Material: Beaded lace and tulle
The Wow Factor: The off-the-shoulder arm straps
Adele
The Cut: Mermaid gown
The Material: Satin and feathers
The Wow Factor: The feather details on the bodice and hemline
Alaina (with sleeves)
The Cut: Trumpet gown
The Material: Crepe
The Wow Factor: The three-dimensional floral organza appliqués
Aleah
The Cut: Strapless mermaid gown
The Material: Beaded tulle
The Wow Factor: The geometric beaded pattern throughout the dress
Alejandra
The Cut: A-line gown
The Material: Tulle and organza
The Wow Factor: The animal-like print fabrication
Ammalise
The Cut: Off-the-shoulder gown
The Material: Embroidered crepe
The Wow Factor: The corset bodice
Anakara (cape) & Alaina (gown)
The Cut: Strapless gown and a cape
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The "something blue" lining inside the cape
Angelika
The Cut: A-line ball gown
The Material: Organza
The Wow Factor: The three-dimensional organza petals on the skirt
Anika
The Cut: Off-the-shoulder gown
The Material: Embroidered tulle
The Wow Factor: The sequin leaf-motif embroidery
Annabelle
The Cut: Strapless gown
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The optional satin gloves to accompany the gown
Aria
The Cut: A-line ball gown
The Material: Glitter tulle
The Wow Factor: The glitter tulle overskirt
Ariana
The Cut: A-line ball gown
The Material: Satin
The Wow Factor: The bridal blue belted bow
Ashley
The Cut: Strapless A-line ball gown
The Material: Lace
The Wow Factor: The defined sweetheart neckline
Ashlyn
The Cut: Strapless trumpet gown
The Material: Beaded tulle
The Wow Factor: The allover beading
Aspen
The Cut: A-line gown
The Material: Tulle
The Wow Factor: The whispy leaf-embroidered pattern on the gown
Astrid
The Cut: Mermaid gown
The Material: Crepe
The Wow Factor: The large bridal blue bow on the bodice
Avianna
The Cut: Trumpet gown
The Material: Tulle and crepe
The Wow Factor: The blue neckline