Welcome to the beginning of spring Bridal Market week on What Junebug Loves! We’ll be reporting on the new wedding dress collections that just debuted in NYC – it’s going to be an exciting week of gorgeous gowns, new trends in bridal fashion, and designers we adore. Today the festivities begin with one of my very favorites, Oscar de la Renta. When I think of Mr. de la Renta’s wedding dresses, I think of lady-like confections with intricate embellishment, dimensional texture, and an eternally sophisticated feel. His designs make me want to reach out and touch every handcut flower, delicate piece of lace, and carefully folded ruffle.

Last week’s Oscar de la Renta show was even more exciting than ever because Oscar PR Girl “live-pinned” images to their Pinterest feed as fast as their photographers could take the photos. They snapped as the models were prepped backstage as well as during the actual show, so it was like having a backstage pass and a front-row seat to one of the hottest bridal tickets in town!

(Photos above by Dan Lecca)

I’m completely transfixed by this ornate and regal headpiece that brings to mind a Spanish princess!

(Photos above by Nathan Kraxberger, Dan Lecca, and Rachel Scroggins)

Oscar does little girls’ dresses just as beautifully as the big girls’!

(Photos above by Dan Lecca)

I love the couture surprises that Oscar mixed into the collection. His crimson red wedding gown, cloud-like tulle cape, medieval-inspired frock and colorful floral dress are surprising and a little avant-guard, yet they still have that Oscar classic touch.

(Photos above by Dan Lecca)

And this is what I mean when I say texture and detail! Mr. de la Renta uses the most intricate laces and fabrics; yet the balance is where his genius lies. Just look at those feathers, puffs, ruffles…

(Photos above by Meagan Cignoli and Rachel Scroggins)

(Photos above by Nathan Kraxberger)

I loved the glimpses of what went on backstage! How fun to see all that goes into putting on a show of this caliber, and the handsome designer himself, putting finishing touches on each piece and giving final approval.

(Photos above by Meagan Cignoli and Rachel Scroggins)

(Photos above by Nathan Kraxberger)

And finally, one bandwagon I WILL be jumping on! All of the girls were flaunting Oscar’s new “Larimar Blue” nail lacquer that will be available in October. The perfect “something blue” for the fashion forward bride.

(Photos above and top logo photo by Rachel Scroggins)

Be sure to check in with us throughout the week for more of our Bridal Market coverage. The beauty continues!