Simple Ballgown beach wedding dress?

knottie6a3fe34e911a1a74

Does or did anyone have one? I would love to see pics. At first I was thinking that I wanted something super simple. But now thinking about it I want to kinda look like a princess. Lol i want that "wow"factor. But we are getting married on a beach bar and everything else is pretty simple. FH will prolly be in nice pants,button up and a tie. Would a ballgown look weird? Pictures would be awesome.

short+sassy

knottie6a3fe34e911a1a74 said:

Does or did anyone have one? I would love to see pics. At first I was thinking that I wanted something super simple. But now thinking about it I want to kinda look like a princess. Lol i want that "wow"factor. But we are getting married on a beach bar and everything else is pretty simple. FH will prolly be in nice pants,button up and a tie. Would a ballgown look weird? Pictures would be awesome.

Simpler dresses can definitely have a "wow", elegant factor also.  But if you're feeling the need for a princess ballgown, then rock it!  I don't think it would look too weird.  Even for a more casual, beach wedding.

As a guest, I would find a train a bit "over the top" for that vibe.  But, even then, I wouldn't side-eye it.  I'd just find it slightly odd for a half second.  And still be wow'ed, lol.

The main thing is that you feel comfortable and beautiful and confident in whatever dress you choose.

Although I didn't get married at the beach, I did have a casual backyard wedding and reception at my mom's house.  And still wore a fancy, long ballgown.  Hoop skirt and everything, lol.  I don't have a pic handy at my office, but I'll try to remember to post one for you.

MesmrEwe

Go pick out the dress YOU are going to look and feel "WOW!" in that you'd say to yourself "I'd marry me wearing this!"!  Obviously, you want to take in consideration the setting when you make your choice/have alterations done, but there are so many options out there that will work, you just have to go try some on..   

You're the BRIDE - What would look weird is if you were wearing jeans and a t-shirt (not that there would be anything wrong with that! - js)...  You want to look like a princess on your wedding day, so, look like a princess!

MairePoppy

Your dress is the one thing you have absolute control over. If you want to wear a ballgown at your beach wedding, go for it. Buy a dress that you love. It would be a good idea to have an aisle runner, to reduce the amount of sand in your dress. I think the tea length dress that  you picked is a good choice, too.

thisismynickname2

Ball gown indicates a silhouette. For a beach wedding, I'd lean towards a fluffly tulle skirt over something heavy and covered in lace and beads. 

Just do a Google image search of "beach wedding ball gown" and you'll see lots of ideas along this line. 

ahoywedding

thisismynickname2 said:

Ball gown indicates a silhouette. For a beach wedding, I'd lean towards a fluffly tulle skirt over something heavy and covered in lace and beads. 

Just do a Google image search of "beach wedding ball gown" and you'll see lots of ideas along this line. 

This. I think something "heavy" or more formal looking could possibly look a little out of place and may be a bit uncomfortable but that shaped gown in a lighter, fluffer fabric would be nice.

Personally, I wouldn't choose a long gown to wear on the beach but if you'd be comfortable with it then go for it!

ei34

Ditto PP that you should wear whatever dress makes you happiest.  I wouldn’t worry about a certain style looking weird or “not matching” if it makes you feel great.
I know this isn’t your scenario, but for lurkers, the only time I’d side-eye a bride’s dress choice would be if she was in a $9,000 dress but there was a paltry cocktail hour spread, or a cash bar, etc. I’d feel like the priorities were off.  But I’d be fine with what you’re proposing.

knottie6a3fe34e911a1a74

What about this?

Casadena

I think that's a beautiful dress and would be fine for a beach wedding.  it has detail but doesn't seem too heavy. Of course, you won't know that until you try it on!

short+sassy

I like it!  Very pretty dress.  I especially like the off-the-shoulder short lace sleeves.  I think it would look just fine for a beach wedding.

Though, for any full length gown, if you are going to get it hemmed anyway, you might want to hem it 1-3" higher than you normally would to have a little more ground clearance from the sand.  I'm picturing enough so the tips of the model's shoes could be seen.

Ro041

thisismynickname2 said:

Ball gown indicates a silhouette. For a beach wedding, I'd lean towards a fluffly tulle skirt over something heavy and covered in lace and beads. 

Just do a Google image search of "beach wedding ball gown" and you'll see lots of ideas along this line. 

This Google search did not disappoint  

[Deleted User]

This is mine. For me it was less about the style and more about the fabric. Go with a style you love and one that suits your body. Then try to stay away from heavy fabrics and details. But if you find something you love and it has tons of beading/crystals or whatever just go for it. Wear what you want. I wanted something as simple as possible. It's getting tailored right now so I'm not sure who made it.