Out-the-box wedding dress inspiration

We love Refinery29, a cutting edge newsletter about what's hot right now. So of course, when they featured alternative wedding dresses we wanted to share it with you. These five looks offer great out-the-box inspiration for choosing the THE dress, the rehearsal dress, the going away dress and even bridesmaids' dresses.

The romantic bride

Think draping fabric in luxurious silk or delicate lace. This look has a timeless feel and is perfect for a romantic wedding with soft colours and elegant or rustic decor.

The neo-classical bride

If traditional dresses aren't your style then this look may be right up your alley! These dresses incorporate on-trend elements such as one-shoulder dresses, folds, and modern lines. The dress second from the right would be my choice for a going away dress: cute, sassy and a what to make an exit!

The bodacious bride

Are you a statement making kind of girl? If these dresses inspire you to think 'I want that' and not 'You'll never catch me dead in that' you may be a bodacious bride. A touch rock 'n roll, even a touch punk, this look is one way to make a statement.

The fashion-forward bride

Want people to be talking about your dress for many weddings to come, perhaps a fashion-forward look is the answer for you. As the bride, all eyes will be on you anyway but wear one of these and the eyes will never look away. If you don't want to go to the extreme, incorporate elements of these into your dress - that low back will look stunning even on the most classic of dresses.

The multi-tiered bride

Want to go straight from your wedding to a honeymoon in the French Riveria? The multi-tiered dress is all about glamour and can be dressed up (like the one on the left) or down (like the one on the right. Perfect for a small, intimate wedding, an elegant lunch reception, or a destination event at a beautiful coastal restaurant.

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