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1. A stunningĀ sleeveless bridal gownĀ boasting a gorgeous A-line silhouette and lace embellishments that'll demand the attention of everyone around you as you walk down the aisle.
This striking sleeveless frock is fully lined, features a V-neckline, and has a built-in bra to boot.Ā
Get it from Milanoo for $182.99Ā (available in sizes 2ā16 and 16Wā22W, plus a tailored option).
2. A sleekĀ sleeveless maxi dressĀ designed with a darted bodice, V-neck and back, and fitted waist which trickles down into a mermaid hem to remind you that you and this dress ~mer-maid~ for each other.
Promising review: "I'm doing a destination wedding and wanted a simple, yet elegant dress that was inexpensive. This is it! The quality is great and no one will know that it was less than $100." āMissy L.
Another promising review: "This dress is everything. The fabric is perfect. Great quality! It feels and looks so expensive. Very comfortable, too. If you're on the shorter side like me and not comfortable with BIG heels, you may need to have it hemmed. Other than that, it's perfection straight out of the package." āTara M.
Get it from Lulus for $99 (available in sizes XSāXL).
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3. A handmadeĀ backless bridal gownĀ oozing ethereal dark forest vibes with an elegant gray tulle that'll make it look like you're wrapped in a smoke cloud.
Bliss Gown is a Georgia-based Etsy shop offering handmade wedding dresses, jumpsuits, veils, and jewelry.Ā They also offer a customization option (above the "Buy it now" button) where you can send in your exact measurements and their tailors will have it fit exactly how you'd like it to!
Get it from Bliss Gown on Etsy for $489 (available in sizes 2ā16, 16Wā24W, and custom sizes).
4. A dazzlingĀ mermaid-style black long sleeve dressĀ with a dreamy train and intricate floral details capable of putting all your guests in a trance.
5. A regalĀ off-the-shoulder satin gown complete with a removable chapel train so you can rock the whole ensemble for the ceremony then easily ditch the extra fabric for the dance floor.Ā
This splurge-worthy dress will give you the extra ~pizzazz~ you're looking for without you needing to worry about carrying it around all day long. Bonus perk: The chapel train has pockets!
Get it from CocoMelody for $1,499+Ā (available in sizes 0ā22, custom sizes, and two black versions).
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6. A classicĀ strapless satin wedding dressĀ with a delightful twist: pockets! Now you'll have somewhere to secretly stash a few Hershey Kisses to snack on throughout the day!
Promising review: "This was the first dress that I tried on ā and after four to five different dresses, I came back to this one. This dress gave me a classic but modern look with the pockets. I fell in love with the slit. The satin fabric looks really great. I canāt wait to wear this dress on my wedding day." āFrankie
Get it from David's Bridal for $594.15Ā (originally $699, available in sizes 0ā14).
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7. An eclecticĀ BCBG tiered ruffle tulle gownĀ to match the delectable tiered black forest wedding cake waiting for you at the reception later.
Promising review: "Just wore this dress to a black tie optional wedding and received an incredible amount of compliments on how beautiful this dress was. So comfortable to dance in, incredible quality and material, and it's absolutely gorgeous in person/photographs. This dress looks like a red-carpet dress and it truly is an elegant showstopper. By far my favorite dress I've purchased from BCBG!" āBrenna
Get it from BCBG for $498 (available in sizes 0ā16).
8. A sleek strapless crepe gown showcasing a tasteful V-wire notched neckline and a high-slit column skirt guaranteed to set your heart ~aflutter~.Ā
Note: Some reviewers suggest ordering a 1ā2 sizes up.
Promising review: "Look no further... this IS THE ONE. It's a showstopper! BCBG never disappoints. This crepe gown gives elegance and old Hollywood vibes but with a classic modern feel. The fabric is somewhat thick and has a decent amount of stretch to it. Iād suggest ordering a size or two up. I usually wear a size 6ā8 gown so I ordered a size 10. The fit was perfect." āLatham1224
Get it from Bloomingdale's for $348 (available in sizes 0ā12).
9. A romanticĀ sheer lace and tulle strapless black wedding dressĀ with the power to make you look like you stepped straight out of a fairytale book (definitely a Grimm fairytale).
Promising review: "As soon as I tried this on I started crying. This dress is perfect. I bought it six months before I even had a wedding date set and venue booked. I would 10000000% recommend this dress. I am so in love with it." āKinkajou
Get it from David's Bridal for $849.15Ā (originally $999, available in sizes 0-14 and 16Wā30W).
10. A stretchyĀ black midi dressĀ if you're looking for something that'll be casual, cool, and comfy even when the weather at the wedding is anything but that.Ā
Promising review: "Love this dress. Wore it for a wedding. Really comfortable and the quality is nice." āLeticia G.
Another promising review: "Beautiful, classy, and sexy. The dress has stretch and the quality is very nice too. It's more of a scuba/thicker stretch fabric." āKimberly C.
Get it from Hello Molly for $66 (available in sizes SāXL).
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11. A sultryĀ floor-length column gownĀ ticking the boxes of being classy, timeless, and versatile ā that way you can actually wear it on more than one occasion instead of keeping it in the back of your closet forever.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress so much. It fits my body to perfection, the color is stunning, and the front and back of the dress is sexy. So happy with my purchase. Canāt wait to wear it for a wedding." āYvetteBarr
Get it from Nordstrom for $328 (available in sizes 0ā12).
12. An alluringĀ lace appliquĆ©d black long-sleeve dressĀ for the bride who loves detailed sleeves more than most things in life (aside from their new spouse, of course).
Promising review: "I recently got engaged and had been obsessing over finding THE dress. I added this to my favorites list and had a feeling about it after reading the 5-star reviews from all of the other brides. BUY THIS DRESS! It is everything when you put it on. The color and details are absolutely beautiful, and the dress made me feel very confident. I cannot wait to wear this on my wedding day!" āSamanthamarie
Get it from David's Bridal for $1,119.20Ā (originally $1,399, available in sizes 0ā14).
13. A dreamyĀ black long-sleeve dressĀ touting a lace bodice destined to accompany you down the aisle of your outdoor wedding on a chilly fall afternoon.
Promising review: "I wore this dress on my wedding and never felt more beautiful! It is absolutely beautiful, arrived in no time at all, and couldnāt have been more perfect! If you are hesitant then just say yes because it will be everything you imagine and more." ām****6
Get it from Milanoo for $159.99+Ā (originally $228.56; available in sizes sizes 2ā16 and 16Wā26W, plus a tailored option).
14. A floor-sweepingĀ satin black wedding dress encompassing a jaw-dropping trumpet-mermaid silhouette that'll fool anyone into thinking you just stepped off the runway.
Get it from CocoMelody for $1,299+Ā (available in sizes 0ā22, custom sizes, and two black versions).
15. A sleeveless V-neck evening gownĀ just exuding elegance. This covetable classic will pair perfectly with your something borrowed and something blue!
Promising review: "I bought a few dresses off of Amazon. I returned all but this one. I wore it to a wedding. Most elegant, comfortable dress I've ever worn.Ā It formed to my body perfectly. It's made of comfortable fabric and it's easy to steam out wrinkles. I can see myself wearing this dress multiple occasions. I am SO happy with this dress. Buy your true size." āBrittany Leinweber
Another promising review: "I loved how flattering the dress fit. Wore it to my nieces wedding and received many compliments. Please note that I had to get the dress hemmed for my height, otherwise perfect fit." āJayne
Get it from Amazon for $58.99 (available in sizes SāXL).
16. A stylishĀ off-the-shoulder hi-lo black lace wedding dressĀ for anyone who's torn between wanting a mini or maxi ā why not have a little bit of both?
Promising review: "I got this dress custom made to my measurements for my Halloween wedding. They even added extra tulle for me at no extra cost. What amazing quality! Because of the price I was able to afford expedited shipping and received it fast. I would definitely recommend this dress! SO gorgeous!" āMargaret
Another promising review: "I was so scared that the dress wouldnāt fit, and that since I ordered it with little time to get to me before my wedding that it wouldnāt arrive on time. But this company really pulled through for me and Iām so thankful! It fit perfectly, the price for this beautiful dress is unbelievable, and the shipping was quicker than the estimated Amazon arrival time! I got so many compliments and people asking where I got it from! Of course I told them, and that I will definitely order from this company again!" āCrystal
Get it from Amazon for $114.99+ (available in sizes 0ā26 and two black styles).
17. A comfortableĀ A-line chiffon dressĀ designed with a V-back and three-quarter lace sleeves that'll look SO pretty swaying back and forth during your first dance together!
Promising review: "It is a beautiful dress, and a great value for the price. Using as a wedding gown, and the bride couldn't be happier. How wonderful to find a dress at this price that ticked all the boxes for the bride." āSanD
Another promising review: "Using this for my wedding! The dress is BEAUTIFUL! Comfortable, lined, and perfect stretch. I am plus-sized and I donāt need a bra for this dress because there is perfect support in the bust." āCourtney
Get it from Amazon for $66.99 (available in sizes 4ā26 and 14ā26).
18. A show-stoppingĀ long-sleeve black lace wedding dressĀ you're definitely allowed to drool over. This luxurious handmade beauty will have you feeling like the royalty you are.
Bliss GownĀ is a Georgia-based Etsy shop offering handmade wedding dresses, jumpsuits, veils, and jewelry. They also offer a customization option (above the "Buy it now" button) where you can send in your exact measurements and their tailors will have it fit exactly how you'd like it to!
Get it fromĀ Bliss GownĀ on Etsy for $1,970 (available in sizes 2ā16 and 16Wā26W).
19. AĀ black mermaid wedding dressĀ intricately detailed from head to toe with waves of sequins that you'll buy in black for your big day then in every other color for all the other special occasions on your cal.
Promising review: "This dress is amazing! It is way better in quality than I expected for the price! Itās absolutely gorgeous! The fit was true to size. My daughter got so many compliments and people were amazed we got it on Amazon." āSuzanne C.
Get it from Amazon for $66.99 (available in sizes 4ā22).
20. A hi-lo black wedding dressĀ ideal for beachside ceremonies with your toes in the sand, a salty breeze in the air, and a brand new shiny ring on your finger.
Promising review: "I love this dress so much that I ordered another color! It's really pretty and good quality. I got a lot of compliments at the wedding I went to." āCassie
Another promising review: "I love the lightness of the material. It was absolutely perfect for our summerĀ wedding! It's cut very well with a good amount of stretch. I love the neckline. This dress made me feel so beautiful! The lace is so soft and didn't snag on anything. I was planning on changing into other clothes after our ceremony and pictures, and because of how wonderful this dress is, I never changed out of it. I received so many compliments on this dress and highly recommended it toĀ myĀ friends. I am very pleased with the quality of this dress. ā¤ļø And you can't beat the price." āAmazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in sizes XSā4XL).
21. A whimsical rhinestone-embellished black wedding dressĀ so gorgeous we wouldn't blame you for gawking at it in the mirror for hours (and hours) on end. This seriously looks like something a Disney princess would wear.
WoWoWo Bridal is an Illinois-based Etsy shop offering handmade dresses and wedding veils.
Promising review: "SKSJEBDBSZHEB amazing. Just amazing. Everything about this dress is just sooooo great. I received so many compliments and felt so pretty in this dress. š I love it so muchhhh." ālizzie martinez
Get it from WoWoWo Bridal on Etsy for $349.60+ (available in sizes 2ā16, 16Wā26W, and custom sizes).
22. AnĀ off-the-shoulder maxi dressĀ complete with dramatic sleeves that no one ā absolutely no one ā will believe you snagged for the price you did.
Promising review: "Wow. This dress is mind-blowing. I had tried on five different dresses for my friendāsĀ weddingĀ and this was my last hope and it didnāt disappoint. The perfect length and mix of sexy and elegant. I highly recommend it." āCinthia L.
Get it from Amazon for $61.99+ (available in sizes XSā3XL and 20 black styles).
23. A sophisticatedĀ lace A-line gownĀ featuring a sheer bodice, asymmetrical shoulder, and side slit so you can easily run to the photo booth with your new spouse and take the cutest pics ever.
This black maxi dress' asymmetrical sleeve can be be pushed to the side so you can rock an off-the-shoulder look if that's more your style!
Get it from Alamour the Label for $281.67Ā (available in sizes XXSā2XL).
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24. A luxe floral applique open back tulle gownĀ with a crystal-embossed corset bodice and a sweeping trainĀ for the bride who doesn't mind being the center of attention. Did we mention it has pockets?!
Promising review: "Itās STUNNING ! No other dress compared to it! It has so many details, so much sparkle and glam, multiple layers, and itās just beautiful. I felt so gorgeous in this dress. I love it!!!" āJessss
Another promising review: "I tried on six different dresses. It wasn't until I put this dress on when I said, 'THIS IS IT!' I fell in love instantly. The sparkles are perfect and the details ā and when I noticed it had pockets it was a done deal!!! I love this dress and can't wait to wear it on my wedding day."Ā āNina
Get it David's Bridal for $1,359.20Ā (available in sizes 0ā14).
A pairing idea: this dress,Ā hoop earrings, aĀ crystal necklace, and someĀ stylish black heels!
25. An elegantĀ studded evening gownĀ with thousands of rave reviews that'll look SO good when the light hits those glistening rhinestones just right.
Note: Some reviewers suggest ordering a size up.
Promising review: "I was looking for something beautiful and fashionable as well as affordable for aĀ blackĀ and white gala I was attending. The fit is nice, it is very comfortable, the rhinestone details on the dress give a beautiful sparkle. I get so many compliments when I wear it. Beautiful dress on a budget." āJessica
Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in sizes XLā5XL).
26. A ruched off-the-shoulderĀ bodycon midi dressĀ so comfortable you could probably fall asleep in it (not that you would since you'll be too busy celebrating your new marriage...but it's nice to know you have the option.)
Promising review: "This dress was such a great buy! My favorite thing is how comfortable it is!! The fit is perfect. It also can be dressed up or down very easily! Would definitely recommend." āMelanie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes SāXXL).
Now that you've got your dress, don't forget some *actually* comfortable wedding shoes to match!
27. And a glamorousĀ satin charmeuse dressĀ boasting a high necklace and low back ideal if you're looking for something elegant, sleek, and versatile.
There's *nothing* wrong with having this frock as a backup in case you're invited to a fancy dinner or gala at some point. Look at you, always being prepared!
Get it from BHLDN for $248Ā (available in standard sizes 0ā16 and plus sizes 18Wā26W).
Congrats, by the way!
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