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Colored / non-traditional wedding gowns - what's your opinion?

Our wedding in May will be the 2nd wedding for each of us. Because of this we don't feel tied to the formality of a first wedding. We want to do things a little bit different- have it more unique and "us."I really, really like the idea of a silver wedding dress. I've seen a few out there and each time I see one it calls to me louder and louder. Sottero/Midgley, Pronovias, Eve of Milady, and Essence all have gorgeous grey/silver dresses. Our colors are Lilac and Grey so it would fit in really well with our theme. The majority of the flowers are going to be lilacs. FI is going to wear a charcoal grey cashmere suit- as is the BM. MOH... not sure what she's going to wear- victorian lilac or grey. So I guess my question to you gals is- how do you feel about a colored wedding dress? I mentioned this to my mom and I swear her face froze, she said "really?" and I know she didn't say it in a good way. :) (I don't mean this in a mean way but not that it really matters what she thinks, I just wonder if that is going to be everyone's reaction) Do you think we have too much grey if we are all wearing it in some shade or another? We are having a 5pm outdoor wedding if that makes any difference. And we're aiming for an understated elegance in our casual, really fun party.  Thanks for reading my late night ramblings!
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Re: Colored / non-traditional wedding gowns - what's your opinion?

  • I LOVE colored wedding dresses. I think they really help bring out the personality of the bride, and to me, that's really important. However, I think the BM and MOH should wear a different color than you and the groom. I think the bride and groom should stand out. :) In the end, what you and FI want, is what matters. Don't let anyone sway your decisions. :)
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  • I WISH I had guts enough to wear a colored gown. When I was browsing on here I found a girl with a dark red dress, it was breathtaking. You should go try some on and see how you feel once you see it on yourself. IMO if you go with a silverish gown, be either a shade darker or lighter then the rest of your BP, that way you could still have the bridal type, stand out feeling. GL!!
  • Enzoani also has some beautiful ice blue gowns.  Andover is one style that comes to mind.  That might break up the grey a little bit!
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  • I love the idea too!  I am wearing a pink wedding dress.  I told my mom when I was a little girl that I was going to wear a pink wedding dress when I grew up, and I am not a liar!  Who cares what other people think?  It's all about ME and my FI on my wedding day.  My mom is totally supportive too...she wore a tea-length ivory dress with huge red male and female symbols on her wedding day.  So go for it!  Wear the silver/gray dress!  You will look absolutely stunning, I'm sure.  Good luck with everything.
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  • If both of you want it, why not?  Colored dresses are gaining in popularity and are much easier to find than even a few years ago.  Mine was not colored and I loved it (only downside was I could not find a veil for it) and I am so glad I got to wear something so unique.  Definitely go with what you are comfortable with!
  • LOVE it! I am in the same position as you as far as a second wedding is concerned and I think I am going to wear a champaigne colored gown for the same reason. I'd like my colors to be Red with gold accents since I will be getting married in the fall.  Your wedding is about a celebration and wearing a dress that makes you feel radiant will only make your day that much more fun!
  • I think it's awsome that you want to wear a colored gown. I think they are gorgeous.  I just am not bold enough to pull it off. I'm more traditional than I think I am, lol.  Get the dress that shows your personality, your FI will love you in it and that's what matters. I am sure you will look amazing! you will definately have to post pics when you find the one =)
  • I am also wearing a pink wedding dress.   This is my first wedding.  I look horrible in white.  My FMIL is still having a hard time with this idea but she understands that I am not your normal bride.  My dress is from Mary's 75733 i think.  its in the princess line.  the only pink dress on page 2.  GL
  • If you are really worried about their reactions don't color the whole dress. One of my girlfriends dyed her crinoline purple and it was a neat effect. Have you thought of possibly just incorporating color into your dress? Like with a sash or colored beading?
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