20 ‘Non-Wedding’ Wedding Dresses for Every Type of Bride

We kid you not, this dress is not part of a bridal collection—and if it were, it would probably cost four times as much as it does. That said, we can totally see this minimalist silhouette and graceful cape floating down the aisle.

This dress has everything an ethereal bride could want: tulle, a romantic A-line skirt and a generous dusting of shimmer and shine, thanks to plenty of sequin embellishments.

We call this one the “Katharine Hepburn Gets Married.” The vintage-inspired maxi may cover you head to toe, but the satin reads 100 percent sexy.

Nothing says “Renaissance nymph” quite like this button-front dress in white floral jacquard. It’s definitely more on the casual side, but the fitted bodice and full skirt make this non-wedding wedding dress ideal for outdoor nuptuals. Bring on the fairy lights and flower crowns.

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Don the silk bow belt for your stroll down the aisle and remove it later—but only if it’s holding you back on the dance floor.

There’s a 1920s flapper in all of us, and your wedding day is a great day to bring her out. This scoop neck sequin- and feather-embellished dress is not only eye-catching, but you could probably wear a normal bra with it. (Score.)

You’re either winning an Oscar in this dress or getting married. For whatever comes first, the metallic sequin details and breezy flutter sleeves will be jaw-dropping to onlookers.

This dress has it all. It brings the high drama with its floor-sweeping skirt and sequined cape, but there’s absolutely no theatrics when it comes to comfort.

This silver plissé lame dress has all the “look at me” elements we love—a plunging neck, ruffles, a thigh-high slit and metallics—but it balances them so well we don’t have to pick just one.

City Hall, but make it sparkle. While the wrap dress is typically casual, the all-over sequin embellishment and sexy V-neck make this midi-length formal enough to say “I do” in.

Let’s be honest, you’d be stealing the show if you wore this gown to someone else’s wedding. But at yours, you’d be a Grecian dream dripping in shimmering and radiant rose-gold lamé. Tell your guests to bring sunglasses if they want to look at you directly.

The fitted bodice, shoulder-baring neckline and full, pleated skirt feels like the epitome of femininity. But it’s the color that really takes this dress to a Grace Kelly status.

This satin twill maxi gown spins the idea of femininity on its head. The knot detail at the shoulders and the no-fuss silhouette make us think of designs from the 1940s. (Plus, eco-chic brides will love that this designer is known for her sustainable creations.)

It’s the real-life Cinderella ballgown, crafted from layers of frothy light-blue tulle and delicate flowers. But don’t worry, nothing’s turning into a pumpkin on your wedding night.

Colorblocking, floral and metallic stripes, a plunging V-neckline and allover pleating make this silk lamé dress a total standout for a boho bride. Sometimes more is more.

Speaking of colorblocking, this pink and red silk satin gown is like a walking Valentine. Bold, festive and romantic, we love the seductive twisted bodice and the front hem buttons.

We can just imagine the moody wedding photos. Splashed with a floral embroidered illusion, this drapy chiffon gown brings the atmosphere to the party. Simply pair it with a bountiful bouquet of wildflowers.

The ruffled trim, delicate crystal embellishments and curve-enhancing silhouette makes this gown a true showstopper.

Channel Elizabeth Taylor in this oversize tunic gown that’s also bringing the oversize glamor. The red is absolutely striking and we bow down to that illusion collar.

Xena the Warrior Bride? Or maybe Joan of Arc gets married? Whatever your internal narrative, this striking gown is the definition of fiercely in love.