Black Wedding Dresses, Gowns and Veils
An outdoor bride and groom, wearing black wedding outfits.
No matter if you’re looking for a unique gown, a non-traditional wedding dress, or just a black version of a wedding ball gown, you can find lots of options for black wedding dresses and veils.
A black ball gown could be a show stopper on your wedding day. A gothic bride might love a dress with a lace corset, or flowing sleeves. A sleek black cocktail gown could be an elegant fashion statement. Or a little black dress might just suit your personal style perfectly.
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The Meaning Behind a White Wedding Dress
A white wedding dress didn’t become traditional until it was worn by Queen Victoria in 1840. Before that, people would just wear their nicest clothes.
But since the Queen was the Kim Kardashian of her time, people wanted to be like her. Buying an ornate white dress that couldn’t be reworn was a way to show off wealth and status. As time went on, Christian culture started to add purity and innocence to the meaning of the white dress.
In other words, the symbolism behind a wedding dress is just stuff that was made up over time. If you’re not into a white dress, you don’t have to wear one.
Black Wedding Dress Meaning
It’s the same with black wedding dresses. Any black wedding dress meaning is just stuff that people made up. A black wedding dress doesn’t have any important symbolism - unless it represents something to you.
Some brides might wear black as a way to avoid the innocence cliche. Some brides would rather be seen as powerful. Some brides wear black to show an elegant or sophisticated side of themselves.
A gothic or alternative bride might see the color as more fitting to their real style. Black as a personal choice is a perfectly good reason to choose a black wedding dress, without worrying about superstition or symbolism.
Black Ball Gown Wedding Dresses
A black ball gown wedding dress will be a show stopper. If you’d like even more drama, you can choose a gown with sparkle or sequins. Some bridal salons also offer traditional wedding dresses, made in black.
Black ball gown wedding dress. By: WeddingDressAngel.
Gothic Black Wedding Dresses For a Non Traditional Bride
If you’re a non traditional bride, you might be planning a gothic themed wedding instead of a traditional white one. Or maybe you’ve just got a gothic sense of style. You can find black wedding dresses with details like corsets, elegant sleeves, patterned lace and chiffon.
Gothic black wedding dress ball gown. By: PromDressForU.
Gothic black wedding dress with dramatic lace. By: OrangeVibesStudio.
Black bridal gown for a gothic wedding. By: OkkoDresses
Gothic black wedding veil. By: OverTheMoonBridal
Black Wedding Dresses For a Non Traditional Wedding
If you’re planning a non traditional wedding, you might not want a traditional white dress. Lots of couples plan their wedding at wineries, nightclubs or restaurants. If you’re planning a unique wedding reception, you might prefer an elegant floor length gown or cocktail dress.
Elegant black evening gown. By: orebylore
Black tulle formal dress or wedding dress. By: LifestyleByNatalie
Black wedding dress - silk slip dress. By: BlackTreeLab
See more black ball gowns, evening gowns and gothic dresses on my Etsy favorites list: Black Wedding Dresses and Veils.
Black Wedding Dresses For a Jewel Toned Wedding
One popular wedding look this year is deep, dark jewel tones. For this kind of dramatic color scheme a black wedding dress would be a perfect match. Fall weddings, boho weddings and winter weddings are all great themes for a dark or dramatic wedding style.
Black boho wedding dress with two pieces. By: StylishBridesAccs.
Black starry tulle ball gown. By: PaulDesignUK
Plus Size Black Wedding Dresses
You can find lots of plus size black wedding dresses at Kiyonna Clothing. You can see dresses with black lace, sequins or embroidery. They’ve got different styles like fit and flare, empire waist or knee length wedding dresses.
Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Screen Siren Lace Evening Gown - Sale!
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Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Leona Lace Gown
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Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Celestial Cape Sleeve Gown
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Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Embroidered Elegance Evening Gown
from: Kiyonna Clothing
Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Screen Siren Lace Evening Gown
from: Kiyonna Clothing
Kiyonna Womens Plus Size Livi Lace Dress
from: Kiyonna Clothing
Black Wedding Veil
Even though you’re going non traditional for your dress, adding a black wedding veil could be a great complement to your bridal look. A veil is never a requirement. But if you’re into it, a black wedding veil can add a hint of elegance, romance or mystery to your outfit.
Black floral lace cathedral veil. By: MarryBridalUS
Black lace bridal cape. By: HaizeaCouture
Black flower comb, wedding hairpiece. By: TopGracia
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