If you’ve taken it upon yourself to have a low-key and intimate celebration of love, we've got you covered! You can still wear the wedding dress of your dreams without sacrificing style or your budget! Having a civil wedding allows you to be more flexible in your wedding attire, so you can definitely let your personality shine through.
Practical brides will of course want civil wedding dresses that are elegant, timeless, and can be worn again after the nuptials. Now, if dress inspiration hasn’t struck you yet, we’ve rounded up a few chic dress styles to consider that are going to make your wedding day a memorable and stylish affair!
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1. Asymmetrical Shoulder Sheath Dress
Let’s start things off with a unique cut: an asymmetrical shoulder neckline! This dress style is ideal if you have shapely shoulders that you want to flaunt on your big day. If you’re looking to elevate your ensemble further, a floor-grazing train draped on one side will certainly add more flair!
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2. Long-Sleeve Off-Shoulder Dress
An off-shoulder dress style is another kind to consider for your wedding to show off your décolletage! You can opt for one with long sleeves and a bustier-type bodice that gives this particular style such a romantic feel to it. You can easily spruce this look up or dress it down by donning a necklace or skipping it altogether to emphasize your clavicles.
3. Halter-Style Draped Dress
A universally flattering style to go for on your nuptials is a halter dress! It will accentuate your shape while giving you enough comfort to move around.
4. Fitted High-Neck Midi Dress
For brides who aren’t a fan of showing too much skin, then a fitted high-neck midi dress is the style for you! Since this dress features a high neckline, you don’t have to worry about any cleavage peeking through any time during the ceremony! Its long midi skirt also covers up your legs for a more modest yet still chic wedding OOTD.
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5. Long-Sleeved Mini Dress
The cottagecore aesthetic has been a trendy style that has slowly risen in recent years. Characterized by billowy sleeves and A-line silhouette like this look here, these frocks are akin to what one would wear in the countryside, making them perfect for a casual wedding set in nature!
6. Silk Blazer Dress
If a smart casual dress code was set for your wedding ceremony, reach for a silk blazer dress! Its modern style, as seen with its structured silhouette, gives the wearer the confidence they need on their special day while still keeping it ultra-feminine! Team it with a pair of silver stilettos and you’re now ready to say your “I dos”!
7. Flowy Ruffled Off-Shoulder Dress
For something a bit fancier yet still not as grand as a full-on gown, a long flowy white dress makes for the perfect civil wedding ensemble. It'll have you twirling all night! The added ruffled details at the bodice with its subtle skin-baring off-shoulder detail also amps up this dress from your regular white frock.
8. Deep V-Neckline Dress With Slit
When it comes to the hubadera bride, the more skin exposed, the better! Keep it dainty with a touch of sultriness for your wedding dress by opting for a deep V-neckline that’ll allow you to highlight your décolletage. If you want to up your game, show some leg action with a thigh-high slit!
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9. Tulle Mini Dress
They say a wedding dress is one of the most important fashion decisions a person can make since these frocks are usually only worn once. But with a versatile piece such as this tulle mini dress, we can totally see it suiting events after a wedding, thus making it a timeless piece worth investing in!
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10. Cowl Slip Dress
When in doubt, a satin slip is a foolproof OOTD to wear at one's wedding. It’s a simple and effective dress that’ll have you looking like the most stylish bride without exerting so much effort!
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