Easy and Affordable Wedding Dresses Without Trains
A bride in a short dress, putting on her wedding shoes.
When we think of a classic wedding look, we usually picture a dress with a long train. It looks gorgeous in pictures, but what about in real life?
On your wedding day you’re going to be greeting your guests, taking photos, and dancing with your new spouse. Dragging a train around all day can get annoying.
There’s lots of ways to bustle it, but if you’re looking for a simple solution, you can find lots of beautiful wedding dresses without trains.
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Do You Have to Have a Train on Your Wedding Dress?
Although it’s a classic look, you don’t have to wear a wedding dress with a train. Lots of brides don’t want to carry the extra fabric around, especially if their wedding is outdoors.
Some brides don’t want to waste time on the bustling process. You’ve got a lot going on, and you might not want to spend time fussing with your dress.
And some brides just don’t like how it looks. If you prefer a clean and simple look, you don’t need to have the extra fabric on your dress.
You can wear any dress that makes you feel great on your wedding day. If you want a bridal look, you can find lots of wedding dresses without trains.
Can You Cut the Train Off of Your Wedding Dress?
If you’ve fallen for a dress with a train, you can usually cut the train off. Before you buy it, talk to the seamstress to make sure. If the hem is plain, it’s pretty simple to have the train cut off, and the dress re-hemmed.
If the train has beading or lace designs around the hem, it’ll be more time consuming and a bit more expensive. Depending on the design, your seamstress might be able to remove the lace or beading. They can cut off the train, then reattach the beading or lace pieces that they removed.
Simple Wedding Dresses
If you’re planning a casual or simple wedding, you might not want to wear a formal bridal gown with a full train. Or maybe you just don’t want the extra headache of adding a bustle. You can find gowns in mermaid styles, a line or even classic floor length wedding dresses without trains.
Mermaid Wedding Dresses Without a Train
Lace, off the shoulder mermaid dress without a train by WoWoWoBridal
Ivory mermaid wedding dress with long sleeves by BlushFashion.
Lace mermaid wedding dress without a train by BlushFashion.
A Line Wedding Dresses Without Trains
Chiffon and lace a line wedding dress without a train by WoWoWoBridal.
Lace, A line wedding dress with long sleeves by BlushFashion.
Lace Wedding Dresses Without a Train
Midi dress with a corset top and chiffon skirt by LifestylebyNatali
Floor Length Wedding Dresses Without Trains
Tulle wedding dress with a floor length skirt and long sleeves by DressesDioma.
Floor length ball gown wedding dress by WoWoWoBridal.
Long sleeved, off the shoulder chiffon wedding dress by VintageCorsetClothes.
Dresses For an Outdoor Wedding
A wedding dress without a train is perfect for an outdoor wedding. You won’t need to worry about getting grass stains, or leaves stuck all over it. You can choose your dress based on the season.
If your wedding is in the spring, you can find a dress with short or three quarter sleeves, to keep you warm. In the summer, look for a light, breezy dress.
If you’re having an outdoor wedding in the fall, look at heavier dresses. Or consider adding a cute wedding shawl, to keep your shoulders warm.
Two piece wedding dress by BettisFashionFever.
Simple white dress for an outdoor wedding by SoftClassic.
Dresses For a Beach Wedding
Nobody wants to drag a heavy train across the beach! Luckily, there’s lots of light and pretty wedding dresses without trains. When you’re choosing a beach wedding dress, consider the formality of your ceremony and reception.
If you’re having a simple or casual wedding day, look at dresses to match that vibe. You could choose a simple a line or mermaid dress without a train.
If you’re having a semi-formal or formal wedding ceremony or reception, you could choose a more elaborate dress. Look for extra special details, like lace, beading or embroidery.
Boho wedding gown with a v neck and chiffon skirt by BetttisFashionFever.
Ankle length wedding dress with a corset top and spaghetti straps by OrangeVibesStudio.
Wedding Dresses With Trains That Detach
If you like the look of a train for your ceremony, but don’t want to wear a bustle at the reception, you can find wedding dresses with detachable trains.
You can have the best of both worlds: a classic, long train for your ceremony and photos. Then remove the train and head to your reception.
Mermaid wedding dress with a beaded bodice and detachable train by Cambridal.
Beaded wedding dress with chiffon detachable train by DiSbridal
Skip The Bustle
Once you’ve chosen a wedding dress without a train, add a few accessories and you’re all set. On your wedding day, you can skip the bustle after your ceremony. Just freshen up your lipstick and you’ll be ready to party!
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