23 Unconventional Wedding Dress Styles That Are Pure Eye Candy

Though spring is often credited as being wedding season, let us assure you that matrimony is definitely on the mind following the collections that came down the runway this fall, especially with a slew of new ideas that’ll appeal to the non-traditional bride-to-be.

Unconventional wedding dress style ideas speak to some of the biggest of-the-moment trends in the ready-to-wear world as well, such as statement sleeves (both in length and volume), elements of classic tailoring (especially appealing to the bride who prefers pants), and lots of colors, the very least of which includes something blue. And though timeless elements of bridal design can still be found in spades, it’s the convention-challenging styles and unexpected details we most appreciate.

Ahead, peruse all the unique new styles we think you should consider that will surely make their way down many aisles in the years to come.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Zuhair Murad)

Zuhair Murad’s all about a balance of frills and restraint.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Vera Wang)

Vera Wang challenges all the bridalwear conventions with this colorful, metallic exposed-bra creation.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Elie Saab)

While Elie Saab is a purveyor of epic gowns, this clean, simple wrap dress feels so refreshing for a modern, nontraditional bride.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Cushnie)

Cushnie's first bridal collection had a strong debut, to put it mildly.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Viktor & Rolf)

This Viktor & Rolf creation really makes a case for statement cummerbunds.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Temperley London)

The shine on this Temperley London design is so pretty, but we're really here for the tiers of ruffles. This dress is party-ready.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier)

We can't recommend a touch of color, à la this Monique Lhuillier bodice, enough.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Cushnie)

Did anyone else just say wow to this triple-cutout silhouette?

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Vera Wang)

Vera Wang makes the most beautiful case for choosing nude over white.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier)

Ball gowns might not be new in bridal, but this allover lace-and-sheer motif feels like something truly out of a fantasy.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Galia Lahav)

Big slits. Big skirt. You can have both with this Galia Lahav design.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Viktor & Rolf)

If you live in button-down shirts, this Viktor & Rolf design may speak to you on a deep level.

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Reem Acra is encouraging us to pick a color, any color.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Lela Rose)

This pairing of a big satin bow and a dainty lace dress by Lela Rose is perfect.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Tadashi Shoji)

This Tadashi Shoji caped jumpsuit is the ultimate bridal power piece.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Carolina Herrera)

This understated Carolina Herrera dress is all about that bow.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Gala by Galia Lahav )

The ball gown–pants hybrid from Gala by Galia Lahav is the best of both worlds.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of David's Bridal)

This David's Bridal piece is having us consider welcoming back the high-low hem trend.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Galia Lahav)

The doubled-up sleeves on this Galia Lahav piece kind of act like evening gloves. Count us in.

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(Image credit: Courtesy of Lela Rose)

Skip the super-body-hugging silhouettes for this playful column design by Lela Rose.

Next up: Don't miss what Princess Eugenie wore to her wedding—it was quite the curveball.

Gina Marinelli
Senior Editor

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