When you think of a wedding, the first image that might come to your mind is a blindingly white wedding dress with a long train and either frills or laces. Talk about immaculate! But who said every bride absolutely needs to wear white on her wedding? Who said frills and laces only go with white? I think a bride can wear any colour of wedding dress that she wants, so we thought of looking for beautiful black wedding dresses, too. After all, anyone can wear black and it is a classic. Here are the dresses that we’re currently drooling over!
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2012
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What better way to begin than with an Alexander McQueen? You will turn heads with this!
Rami Kadi Fall 2014
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Ooh, the layers and the ruffles of this black wedding dress are to die for! So elegant!
See-Through Long-Sleeve Gown
Via Zali Medina | Pinterest
The sheer material exudes sexiness, which is balanced out by the dress’ cut and length.
Red and Black Wedding Dress
Via Fancy Events | Pinterest
Va va voom! The combination of red and black certainly makes one fierce bride!
Wedding Dress Fantasy by Tova
Via offbeatbride.com
Living up to its name, this fantasy-themed dress will make a bride feel like a fairy.
Temperley London Bridal Dress
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If you don’t want to wear a purely black dress, this fabulous dress is just perfect.
Red Lace Applique Gothic Wedding Dress
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We’re cheating – this is not black – but this elegant deep red dress can’t be excluded from any list!
Black Mermaid Wedding Dress
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The combination of tulle and a plunging neckline turns any bride into an attention-commanding vixen.
Black and White Victoria Dress
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If you’re into Victorian (and stripes), like I am (!), this dress is for you. The Victorian haughty attitude is optional!
Cherie Sposa Wedding Dress 2012
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It’s hard to decide whether this ballerina-inspired dress is demure or seductive. Perhaps a fine mixture of both?
Gothic Wedding Dress
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This Gothic black dress complete with a sheer black veil will surely make a lasting impression on anyone.
Classic Black Dress
Via Lydia Ellard | Pinterest
I love a classic design any day, and the unconventional colour of this dress makes it stand out!
Black Steampunk Victorian Gown
Via Jeana Rasbury | Pinterest
If you want a truly unconventional dress that everyone will remember, this black wedding dress will do the job!
Fit and Flare Black Wedding Dress
Via willumaryme2012 | Flickr
The form of this wedding dress makes it flattering on most body types; it’s a dress I will surely wear!
Silk and Tulle Sweetheart Dress
Via Etsy
The sweetheart cut of this dress makes it saccharine sweet, but the colour black gives it a rocking edge.
Black Lace Evening Dress
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Another simple and classic design, this dress will stand the test of time.
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012
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You won’t go wrong with a Roberto Cavalli! I love the sexy silhouette that it makes.
Allure Couture Spring 2014
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If you ever thought romantic and black don’t go well together, this dress will prove you wrong.
Full-bodied Black Wedding Gown
Via examiner.com
I really love dresses with full skirts, and the colour of this wedding dress makes it even more beautiful.
Lace and Silk Mermaid Dress
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This dress screams quiet, subtle elegance. Refined grace and poise is what you will exude wearing this.
Gothic Ball Gown
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With its design and sweeping train, this is perfect for brides who want to feel royal without being too “princess-y.”
Jim Hjelm Wedding Dress
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The smooth lines and subtle floral design makes this dress ideal for brides who want to appear posh and collected.
Fashion Palette NYFW 2014
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Any bride wearing this will make the room hot with the dress’s intricate beading and design and playful peek-a-boos.
Sareh Nouri Bridal Spring 2016 Wedding Dress
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Oh, this is such a lovely dress – from the cut of the top to its flowing, silky bottom. I’m in love with this dress!
Would you wear a black wedding dress on your wedding? What are your favourite black wedding dresses?