The bridal mini has taken pride of place on our Insta feeds lately – and for good reason! These short wedding dresses are flirty, fun and ultra chic. What may have been considered too modern to be romantic in years past, the knee-length wedding dresses of today have achieved the perfect juxtaposition of expert construction and devil-may-care attitude that just makes them work! We are beyond delighted to share a brief peek into the bridal mini dresses we’ve been saving for a rainy day, and it’s our greatest hope that they inspire you to take the plunge in your own bridal fashion directive – whether it’s an after party number or the main event! Without further ado, let’s cha cha cha real slow now….
Photo via THE ONE
(Left) photo by Jessica Lilly Photography with planning + design by Illy Elizabeth Weddings and dress by Kate Edmondson Bridal; (Right) photo by Greg Finck with dress by Rime Arodaky
Photo by The Curries with florals by Rebel Rebel
(Left) photo by Karina Papadopoulos with dress by Self-Portrait; (Right) photo by Sarah Falugo with planning + design by Smith + James Events and dress by Monique Lhuillier
Photo by Paolo Manzi with planning by Sposiamovi and dress by Vera Wang
(Left) photo + gown by Tara Lauren; (Right) photo by Logan Cole
Photo + planning by Jordan Jankun Photography with florals by Tame Florals and dress from JJP Dress Rentals
(Left) photo by Jessica Lilly Photography with planning + design by Illy Elizabeth Weddings and dress by Kate Edmondson Bridal; (Right) photo by Abby Jiu with planning +design by Beth Helmstetter
Photo by David Jenkins with florals by Rowan Blossom and dress from Sewn Right
(Left) photo by Julia Zinovieva; (Right) photo by Jen Huang with planning by Haute Fetes and dress by Harriet Gordon
Photo by Wolf & Co Photography with florals by Rooted in Rosemary and dress by Kate Edmondson Bridal Couture
(Left) photo by Suki Events with florals by WildFlora and dress by sthr; (Right) photo by Halle Morgan with florals by Bloom Shakalaka and dress by Odylyne The Ceremony
Photo by Alice Mahran with planning by MG Events and dress by Aje
(Left) photo by Laura Murray with planning + design by Love This Day Events and florals by The Perfect Petal; (Right) creative direction + dress by Hermione de Paula with photo by Alistair Vlok and fashion + art direction by Sara Gilmour
Photo by Andrew Bayda with planning by SHLEIYF
(Left) photo by Kenzie Victory with florals by Ella Rose Floral;(Right) creative direction, styling, florals and photo by Brancoprata with dress by Jesus Peiro
Photo by Sara Byrne and Phil Chester with planning by The Little Details
Ugh. We love bridal mini dresses on their own… obviously… but when paired with an oversized bow? It makes the ultimate statement. And you could say we’re borderline obsessive about this coquettish femme combo.
(Left) photo + planning by Boston Mountain Photo with co-planning by Alessia Simpson Photography, florals by Fleurish Floral Studio and dress by Nasty Gal; (Right) photo by Jenny Haas with florals by Old Slate Farm and dress by Rime Arodaky
Photo by Megan Kelly Weddings with dress by KYHA Studios
(Left) photo by Emma Wilkinson with concept + design by Petal & Paper Co and dress from In The Name Of Love; (Right) photo by Williamsburg Photo Studios with planning by Loli Events
Photo by Max McQueen Photo with florals by Yellow Bow Florals and dress by Odylyne The Ceremony
(Left) photo by Abby Jiu with planning by Cheers Darling Events, florals by William Thomas Florals and dress by Carine’s Bridal Atelier; (Right) photo by Megan Kelly Weddings with dress by KYHA Studios
Photo by Aoife O’Sullivan with planning by Styled by Amber, florals by The Wild Bunch and dress by Sarah Foy
(Left) photo by Chloe May with florals by Grown Florists and dress by Harriette Gordon; (Right) photo via THE ONE
Photo + planning by Ann Mark with florals by Root and Wilde and dress by PatBO
(Left) photo by Anna Fowler with dress suit by Tom Ford; (Right) photo by Paolo Manzi with planning by Sposiamovi and dress by Vera Wang
Photo by Kai Villanueva with dress by House of CB
(Left) photo by Oliver Fly with planning + design by Loli Events and florals by Floraison Paris; (Right) photo by Ali Beck Photography with florals by Intrepid Floral Co and dress by VICI
Photo by Kamila Nowak Photography with planning + design by Rebeca Marie Weddings, florals by Sass Flower and dress by Moon Child
(Left) photo via Macy Style with florals by Under New MGMT with dress by Odylyne The Ceremony; (Right) photo + gown by Tara Lauren
Photo by Jose Villa with planning by Stef Cove and dress by Giambattista Valli
(Left) photo + gown by Christie Nicole Bridal; (Right) photo by Kirsty Mackenzie Photography with planning + design by Carmela Weddings and florals by Bud Flora
Much like Tina Turner predicted, bridal mini dresses are simply the best. At least we assume that’s what she’s referring to in her song considering her own iconic style. If we’ve learned anything from this *ahem* research, it’s that short wedding dresses don’t take much to make a big impact. 1) Focus on a strong silhouette, whether it involves puff sleeves + boatloads of tulle, a chic bridal skirt suit or a silky slip harking back to the 80’s era we all know and love. 2) Accessorize well, adding a cool veil to spice up the look or an intricate appliqué design on the bodice… hey, maybe even grab a beige hat or heart-shaped sunglasses to solidify the mood! 3) When in doubt…. add a statement bow somewhere! There you have it, the perfect ingredients for a bridal mini dress that will take the world by storm.
Cover photo by Elena Popa Photography with florals by Early Hours London Ltd.
