In a recent episode of the Amazon Prime hit series “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” Belly goes wedding dress shopping with her bestie Taylor and Taylor’s mom, and it’s giving all the emotional chaos you’d expect. We’re talking bridal boutiques, complicated feelings, and a dress reveal that lowkey shook us.
She didn’t go for a poufy princess moment or anything covered in sparkles. Instead, viewers got a sneak peek of what might be her final pick: a sleek, floor-length cami dress by none other than Victoria Beckham. It’s simple, it’s silky, and it screams quiet luxury. And even though the season’s not over yet, that dress is already being burned into our collective wedding mood board.
Now, if you’ve also been spiraling and searching “Belly Conklin wedding dress,” you’re in the right place. Because turns out, a bridal-worthy silk slip dress might just be the main character energy you’ve been looking for.
Whether you’re eloping, heading to the courthouse, or planning a full-blown Pinterest board wedding, here are designers delivering that soft, iconic, I-love-you-but-I’m-still-chic energy.
This is the dress Belly wore in the episode, and it’s kind of perfect. Minimal lines, soft sheen, and a silhouette that hugs without trying too hard. It’s giving “I don’t need lace to make you cry.” Pair with a sleek low bun and barely-there makeup for peak understated drama.
Filipino designer Martin Bautista’s take on the slip dress is ethereal and romantic. The iridescent buttons down the back add just enough detail to keep it from feeling too simple. It’s like Belly’s dress…if she had a secret second reception in Paris.
This one’s for the brides who brunch. A little vintage, a little boudoir, and very luxurious, the Issa dress from Olivia von Halle could go from courthouse to candlelit dinner and still look right. It drapes like a dream and feels like something your coolest aunt would’ve worn in the ’90s.
Okay, hear us out, Dries is usually known for prints and color, but this sleek ivory number is a minimalist’s dream. The fabric moves like liquid, and the structure keeps it modern. Bonus points if you pair it with bold earrings or a dramatic veil for contrast.
The Noiva has the soft girl bridal aesthetic down to a science. It’s slightly more flirty with its low back and delicate straps, but still very much in that quiet luxury lane. Think barefoot beach wedding or artsy city elopement.
If you’re not into floor-length, Ralph Lauren’s satin midi offers that same elegance in a shorter cut. Perfect for a registry wedding, after-party, or second-look moment. It’s classic, clean, and surprisingly versatile, you’ll actually want to wear it again.
If Belly’s bridal energy was quiet luxury meets poetic heartbreak, this is exactly what she would wear in her 30s. The Row’s Johanne Dress is minimalist perfection. It’s cut from fluid silk with a neckline that’s elegant but not trying too hard, and the fit is so clean it almost looks custom. This one’s for the bride who wants to look back in 20 years and still feel like that girl.
The Slip Maya is the ultimate floor-length satin slip dress for black-tie weddings or elevated evening celebrations. With delicate spaghetti straps and a gracefully plunged backline, it’s as sultry as it is timeless. The semi-fitted silhouette skims the body, while the self-lined satin construction ensures both comfort and a luxurious finish. It’s a perfect choice for brides chasing an effortlessly refined look that still turns heads.
The best part about choosing a silk slip dress: you don’t need to let it live in your closet collecting dust after the wedding. You can rewear it, re-style it and make it your thing for anniversaries, post-wedding brunches, or literally just because you want to romanticize going to the grocery store. That’s the magic of going for a bridal look that feels like you.
And if you need help finding the one? You already know where to go. Ready to find your own Belly-approved bridal look? Wedded Wonderland is here to help make your bridal journey totally unforgettable. Join our complimentary Wedded Concierge service or explore our Wedded Partners Global Listing, and let’s get Wedded!
