25 Brides Who Skipped the Traditional Wedding Dress

Intricate white lace, beaded bodices, and dramatic trains are not what all brides envision for their big day. For these 25 bridal looks, originality took center-stage, while tradition took a backseat. From jumpsuits to jeans, to custom colored and patterned gowns, these women skipped the traditional wedding dress without skimping on style.

By: Nikki Trojanowski

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The veil is the only traditional thing about this bride’s ensemble that allowed her to take the plunge into marriage.

Photo Credit: Lake Tahoe Weddings
Pants and Suits
An intricate beaded coat adds pizazz to this winter bride's simple white sweater and pants.
Photo Credit: L&L Style Photo
Colored and Patterned Dresses
With green hues that match her outdoor wedding setting, this gown makes a chic statement.
Photo Credit: L&L Style Photo
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This bride selected a traditional white skirt but paired it with a black turtleneck and dramatic necklace.
Photo Credit: L&L Style Photo
Colored and Patterned Dresses
A black lace gown is romantic and timeless, despite its non-traditional color.
Photo Credit: Ilaria Petrucci
Pants and Suits
Embracing the off-the-shoulder trend, this fun lace top is paired with matching pants.
Photo Credit: Evangeline Lane
Pants and Suits
A hat, heels, and plunging neckline showcase this bride’s sophisticated, cool style.
Photo Credit: Christine Doneé
Separates
A pop of color in the form of a bright gold sequined top is worn with a ballgown-style white skirt.
Photo Credit: Cami Jane Photography
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The drama of a lace cape is offset by a simple skirt for this elegant, nontraditional look.
Photo Credit: Tamara Gruner Photography
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A floral crown and flat shoes are matched with an embroidered two-piece for this unique bride.
Photo Credit: Story & Gold Weddings
Pants and Suits
Rather than a traditional suit, this bride selected skinny pants, a long jacket and breezy blouse.
Photo Credit: Steph Grant Photography
Colored and Patterned Dresses
A lace tank top paired with a beautiful floral skirt looks perfectly polished.
Photo Credit: Sleepy Fox Photography
Jumpsuits
White-hot in the desert, this bride's jumpsuit is both classy and playful.
Photo Credit: Betsi Ewing Studio
Separates
For the laid-back bride, a jean jacket is the perfect partner to a tulle skirt.
Photo Credit: Red Barn Photography
Colored and Patterned Dresses
Bright and playful ombré colors reflect the personality of this distinctive bride.
Photo Credit: Readyluck Photography
Jumpsuits
All-white and strapless, this jumpsuit has the look of a gown with the practicality a bride who likes to dance can appreciate.
Photo Credit: Rachel Red Photography
Adventure Gear
To celebrate a love as deep as the blue sea, this bride wore scuba gear.
Photo Credit: Pluto Dive
Separates
For a more dramatic look, a simple black top is paired with light layers of dark tulle.
Photo Credit: Madison Neumann Photography
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An eyelash lace crop top in black is worn with a sleek, white pencil skirt for this unique look.
Photo Credit: Madison Neumann Photography
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An all-lace top paired with a playful tulle skirt offers a look with a little tradition and a little flair.
Photo Credit: Made2Style
Pants and Suits
Monochromatic times two; white from head to toe was the right fit for these lovely ladies.
Photo Credit: Maddie Blecha Photography
Separates
A modest two-piece is simple and sweet, adorned with a dramatic floral crown.
Photo Credit: Love & Perry Photography and Films
Pants and Suits
Keeping it casual, the bride on the left selected a flowing, sleeveless blouse and slim-fit pants, perfect for the dance floor.
Photo Credit: Willa Kveta Photography
Separates
With a high-low hemline and simple top, this two-piece goes so well together, you might think it was a gown.
Photo Credit: Willa Kveta Photography
Colored and Patterned Dresses
Intricate embroidery on a blue dress is as romantic as this vineyard setting.
Photo Credit: W. Scott Chester Photography