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26 Non-White Wedding Dresses Because You’re a Modern Bride Who Breaks Rules

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White weddings are gorgeous; there’s no denying that. But the times they are a-changin’, and if you want to rock an emerald-green bridal gown, by all means, you should. For those of you searching for a colorful wedding dress, we found 26 options in every shade from blush to black.

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BHLDN

1. Bhldn Conroy Dress

Outside of a New Year’s Eve fête, there are few times in your life when you can really get away with wearing gold sequins from head to toe. So if shimmer and shine sound like a dream come true to you, we say embrace the moment wholeheartedly.

Buy it ($275)

Available in sizes 0 to 18

non white wedding dress by costarellos
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2. Costarellos Sequined Flocked Tulle Gown

Delicate gold illusion boning gives this otherwise modest gown a sexy edge. But it won't be uncomfortable or restricting; the notable details under the bust are simply crafted out of sequins.

Available in sizes 0 to 10

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David's Bridal

3. Xscape Strapless Satin Plus Size Gown With Skirt Slit

A classic strapless ball gown feels all the more special in champagne satin (especially when you add an Angelina Jolie–esque leg slit).

Available in sizes 18 to 24

non white wedding dress from mac duggal
Nordstrom

4. Mac Duggal Sequin Cape Sleeve Evening Gown

Toeing the line between ’20s art deco and animal stripes, the sequined pattern on this stunner feels incredibly special and wedding-ready no matter the season.

Available in sizes 14 to 24

non white wedding dress from galvan
Moda Operandi

5. Galvan Sienna Silk-satin Gown

This beauty has a similar silhouette to Meghan Markle’s reception gown, just in a much more festive shade of metallic marigold.

Available in sizes 2 to 10

non white wedding dress by oscar de la renta black
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6. Oscar De La Renta Strapless Pleated Flocked Tulle Gown

If you’re going to go down the nontraditional path, you might as well go all the way. This tulle frock has major Old Hollywood vibes but with a wonderfully modern edge thanks to the mix of floral and polka-dot prints.

Available in sizes 0 to 14

non white wedding dress from temperly london
Moda Operandi

7. Temperley London Queenie Studded Sequin-embellished Silk Gown

All that intricate beadwork means you can stick with simple glittering stud earrings rather than hunting for wedding jewelry you might not find reason to wear again.

Available in sizes 2 to 10

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8. Monique Lhuillier Ruffled Ruched Tulle And Silk Crepe De Chine Gown

Warning: If your wedding vision board includes images of vintage ballerinas and princess gowns, you might find you don't just want this pretty pink frock, but you absolutely need it.

Available in sizes 2 to 10

non white wedding dress by needle and thread pink
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9. Needle & Thread Pearl Rose Cutout Embellished Embroidered Tulle Gown

What starts out as a traditional beaded long-sleeved white wedding dress slowly fades into a dusty rose finish for a perfect mix of old and new.

Available in sizes 2 to 12

non white wedding dress from oscar de la renta blue
Moda Operandi

10. Oscar De La Renta Moiré Off-the-shoulder Gown

Many brides describe their wedding as their Cinderella moment, so why not take that idea literally? A fairy tale–approved blue satin ball gown is the ultimate “something blue” to wear for your magical evening.

Available in sizes 0 to 16

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Tadashi Shoji

11. Tadashi Shoji Whitson Off-the-shoulder Sequin Gown

Speaking of Cinderella-inspired gowns, we're head over glass slippers heels for this shimmering 2020 refresh of the classic Disney dress.

Available in sizes 1X to 3X

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Shopbop

12. Rebecca De Ravenel Grace Ruffle Sleeve Gown

Velvet and ruffles and silk, oh my! We love the idea of wearing this fashion-forward frock for a city hall wedding followed by an intimate dinner party at one of the hottest restaurants in town.

Available in sizes 0 to 8

non white wedding dress from js collection
Nordstrom

13. Js Collections Blouson Lace Gown

This lilac beauty will look just as stunning with bright floral decor in spring or muted metallics in winter.

Available in sizes 2 to 10

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Saks Fifth Avenue

14. RetrofÊte Margarita Sequin Maxi Dress

Perfect for the bride who's a fan of low-key glamour and who places comfort above all else.

Available in sizes XS to XL

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Adrianna Papell

15. Adrianna Papell One Shoulder Beaded Gown

A Grecian goddess silhouette with firework beading that will flatter any and every body type.

Available in sizes 0 to 24

non white wedding dress by needle and thread black
Needle & Thread

16. Needle & Thread Ruffle Bloom Gown

With stark black-and-white stripes inspired by Victorian parasols, this heavily embellished tulle gown is the epitome of romance.

Buy it ($599)

Available in sizes 0 to 14

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Shopbop

17. Self Portrait Heart Lace Maxi Dress

You guys, the lace is made up of rows upons rows of delicate latte-hued hearts. *Swoon*

Available in sizes 0 to 10

non white wedding dress by ralph and russo
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18. Ralph & Russo Off-the-shoulder Cape-effect Silk-chiffon Gown

If the one thing you want people to think as you’re walking down the aisle is “What an entrance!!!” then you can’t do better than this effortlessly elegant gown.

Available in sizes 0 to 8

non white wedding dress from monique lhuillier silver
Monique Lhuillier

19. Monique Lhuillier Jewel Neck Capelet Sleeve Gown

A cascading waterfall of beads and sequins gives this dress the illusion of movement, even while you’re exchanging vows. Plus, the mini cape in lieu of traditional sleeves offers a regal pop—and plenty of range for hugging and dancing.

Buy it ($7,995)

Available in sizes 4 to 12

non white wedding dress from 16arlington
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20. 16arlington Astair Open-back Feather-trimmed Ruched Satin Gown

This pink satin frock with an open back and feather-trimmed hem is basically the definition of fun. Oh, and did we mention Chrissy Teigen is a fan of the brand?

Available in sizes 2 to 10

non white wedding dress from jenny packham
Bergdorf Goodman

21. Jenny Packham Tulle-top Sleeveless Duchess Gown

While all of your other royally obsessed friends are shopping for lace sleeves, boat necks and high-neck halters, you can stand out from the pack and have your Kate Middleton moment in this gorgeous duchess-approved gown.

Available in sizes 2 to 10

non white wedding dress naeem khan
Moda Operandi

22. Naeem Khan Pleated Leavers Lace Gown

From the robin’s-egg blue color to the oversize tropical lace flowers, everything about this wedding gown is a small step away from the traditional, but that’s precisely why we love it.

Available in sizes 2 to 16

non white wedding dress tadashi shoji black
Tadashi Shoji

23. Tadashi Shoji Phlox Capelet Slit Gown

Look no further for a Morticia Addams–esque flourish. We imagine she likely wore something along the lines of this glimmering black sequin stunner with a sexy leg slit and intricate off-the-shoulder neckline for her own nuptials. It’s dark glamour to a T.

Available in sizes 1X to 3X

non white wedding dress from alex perry
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24. Alex Perry Ford Sequined Voile Gown

With iridescent sequins, a bustier top and a slim-fit skit, this showstopping dress is not for the faint of heart. But if you’ve always dreamed of looking like a sexy, liquid rainbow, then this should do the trick.

Available in sizes 0 to 12

non white wedding dress from delpozo
Moda Operandi

25. Delpozo Sequin-embellished Tiered Tulle Dress

Who says a black dress can’t feel bubbly? Add some tulle ruffles and multicolored floral embellishments and you’ve got yourself a party frock you can wear again and again even after you say “I do.”

Buy it ($2,600)

Available in sizes 2 to 10

non white wedding dress from la femme
Nordstrom

26. La Femme Beaded-back Off-the-shoulder Gown

Beaded detail at the back gives this gown an extra-special touch, while the ruching along the bodice and through the hips helps accentuate the curves you want to accentuate and diminish the bumps you want to diminish.

Available in sizes 2 to 18



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