How To Find The Perfect Unconventional Wedding Dress

Many modern brides today are looking for unconventional wedding dresses that express their personality and tastes, as opposed to selecting a bridal gown in a more traditional style. Many brides want their gown to not only look beautiful and stunning as they walk down the aisle, they also want it to showcase who they are as a person. If you’re looking for a unique wedding dress that fits you perfectly both physically and personality wise, finding the right design may be a challenge. Here are some ways you can narrow down your search and find the best unconventional wedding dress for you!

Shop Online

Shopping online for wedding dresses gives you access to more dress styles, and many online bridal gown retailers stock both traditional and non-traditional style wedding gowns. You’re more likely to find an off-beat or unique style at an online retailer than you are a traditional bridal salon, not only due to having more choices but also because bridal salons tend to cater more towards the traditional bride than an online retailer. Online retailers are an excellent outlet for offbeat bridal gowns, because many times, you can find styles that aren’t available anywhere else. If the styles aren’t   available anywhere else, it’s likely that no one coming to your wedding has seen a similar gown!

Consider Wearing Color

Most brides opt to wear white, champagne or ivory wedding gowns on the big day, so you can make your bridal gown more “unconventional” or unique by adding a bit of color to your dress. Many online and traditional gown retailers offer wedding dresses that have colored accents in a variety of shades, so you can match the color of the accents to your wedding colors and bridal party if you choose. Some retailers offer wedding gowns in solid colors, and this can definitely be an option if you want to use a lot of color to express your individuality on your wedding day.

Wear Unique Accessories

If you can’t find a dress that is unique enough for your tastes, or wish to have a gown that is more traditional but still want to express your own personal style, consider giving a traditional wedding dress more “personality” with unique accessories. A funky veil or feathered headpiece, a unique brooch or even a stylishly individual bouquet can all give you the unconventional look you want, while keeping your dress more in the traditional range.

Don’t Assume That A Dress Has To Stay The Way It Is

If you fall in love with a wedding dress but would just like to change one or two things about it, don’t immediately discount it or think that you have to wear it as is. An experienced seamstress or tailor who works with bridal gowns can make a lot of changes to a wedding gown that would surprise you! So if you would just like shorter sleeves, a colored panel on the back, more or less beading, or just something a little different, consult your seamstress or tailor and bring a photo of your dress to see what they can do for you.

Look For A Funky Hem

The hem of a wedding dress is often what will make it look “traditional” or “unconventional.” For example, a hem that covers the feet and has a nice train on it is going to look very traditional, while a short hem or an asymmetrical one is going to look more unique and personalized. Look for a short dress if you’re having a casual, outdoor wedding in the summer months, or consider a bridal gown with an asymmetrical hem or psudo-asymmetrical hem (a gown with layers of fabric that make it look asymmetrical when it’s really not).

Consider Vintage Styles

While vintage style bridal gowns are getting more popular, there are so many different kinds out there that “look” vintage, especially when you’re shopping for a bridal gown online. Most will have an ivory color, and have lace or beaded details that make the dress look like it’s from another era altogether. This can give you an exceptionally unique look on your wedding day, because many of your guests will expect you to walk down the aisle in something shiny and modern. Going for a real vintage wedding gown or one that simply looks vintage can give you a unique, personalized style on your wedding day without going over the top with something that is too funky.