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Planning & Inspiration

13 Floral Wedding Dresses That Are Anything But Traditional White

Floral Wedding Dresses - Monique Lhuillier Floral Wedding Dress - via vogue.com

Floral Wedding Dresses – Monique Lhuillier Floral Wedding Dress – via vogue.com

On a rare occasion, a designer marries our first love, flowers, with our second love, bridal attire. To see a floral wedding dress emerge on the runway, or even better, the ceremony aisle way commands attention from fashion critics and guests alike. While traditional white will always be a mainstay, there is something refreshing, romantic, and playful about a blossoming big day look. Just because you are drawn to a classic style doesn’t mean flowers are off the table. From understated organic patterns to feminine pastels: refined floral brocade and embroidery to modern watercolor prints, there are options for every bridal aesthetic. Read on to see our selection of favorite floral wedding dresses from designers such as Monique Lhuillier, Marchesa, Lela Rose, Oscar de la Renta, and more.
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Lianne and Justin Wedding - Brides Dress Detail - The Library Hotel - Liz Andolina Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Personal Style: How To Make A Statement With Your Wedding Day Look

Lianne and Justin Wedding - Brides Dress Detail - The Library Hotel - Liz Andolina Photography

Lianne and Justin Wedding – Brides Dress Detail – The Library Hotel – Liz Andolina Photography

Thumbing through the pages of wedding magazines, we are presented with the portrait of the perfect bride. Wearing an exclusive designer gown and glittering jewels, she shows off her luminous makeup and neatly coiffed hair. Expectations are now set, and the message is clear – this is the standard to which we all should aspire.

Don’t get us wrong, pinning, clipping, and saving images for inspiration is incredibly helpful while starting to envision what you’ll wear at your wedding. But if there is a day to express your truest self, it is the day you get married. We love nothing more than to see a woman take her personal style, and elevate it for the occasion. Trust us, these are the brides who everyone talks about long after she walks down the aisle. From the dress to accessories to flowers, here are ideas to make a statement with your wedding day look.
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