From elegant mother-of-the-bride collections to special occasionwear labels, The Harrogate Bridal Show is where fashion-savvy retailers opt to shop.

The 2016 offerings show real promise, from nifty little cocktail dresses in fantastic prints to show-stopping gowns that would fit right in on the red carpet.

Mums of the bride and groom will be won over with the abundance of lacy options on offer for the year ahead. While lace has been a strong seller on bridalwear for years now it has finally got a firm grip on the mother-of-the-bride market. Manufacturers have used lace to great effect in a number of different ways including coloured corded types layered over contrasting shades, scalloped edgings on jackets and appliqués used across sleeves to give added texture.

Sophisticated mums can opt for neat pencil shaped skirts with matching long-line jackets nipped in at the waist, while those who want a little extra pizazz can pick up body-skimming floor-length outfits in any number of rich shades.

Occasionwear labels have not been shy this season and many of the designs ooze sex appeal with daring necklines, low backs, splashes of sparkle and flirty peplums.

Prints have proved popular across the board, with floral patterns a widespread choice from ditzy designs to tropical leafy prints.

With high street chains snapping at the heels of bridal boutiques that stock occasionwear collections there is no time like the present to ensure you are investing in the very best stock with rail upon rail of marvellous outfits. You’ll be the first choice every time.