What season do green wedding dresses work best for?

Since green wedding dresses vary greatly in hue (from silvery sage to deep, almost-black emerald), a green gown can work for any season. What you’ll really want to keep an eye out for, however, is the fabric and sleeve length to ensure you won’t overheat or be too chilly during your celebration.

How do I accessorize a green wedding dress?

Since green is generally bold on its own, you’ll want to accessories with your other neutral wedding hues and matching metals. Think simple pearl earrings or stacked bangles, instead of colorful heels or brightly hues necklaces.

Is it okay to wear a green wedding dress?

There are absolutely no rules that say you have to wear a white dress to your wedding! If you want to wear green, wear green! Our only suggestion is to check with your house of worship if you’re having a traditional ceremony, in order to ensure they don’t have any fashion guidelines and restrictions.

The 14 Best Green Wedding Dresses of 2023

A twist on bridal couture, the green wedding gown is regal and striking. Now more than ever, brides are opting for colored gowns over the custom white look, and one of our favorite hue options for bold brides is green.

Whether have cultural ties to the hue, are having a garden wedding, or simply love the color, green is a bold statement choice for a bridal gown. Not only does it represent growth and prosperity, the color comes in a vast array of shades. We love deep forest green for a dramatic bold, statement. Sage, on the other hand, is whimsical for a fairytale inspired look.

Our Top Picks

Best Embellishments:

Cucculelli Shaheen Accendo Dress at Cu-sh.com

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For the Playful Bride:

Andrew Kwon Diana V2 at Andrewkwon.com

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Most Versatile:

Revelry Rosalie Tulle Convertible Dress at Shoprevelry.com

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Best Slip Gown:

Tobi Stellar Sage Satin Ruched Side Slit Maxi Dress at Tobi.com

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For the Contemporary Bride:

BHLDN Leila Satin Charmeuse Maxi Dress at Anthropologie

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Best Cutouts:

Mac Duggal Chiffon Cut-Out Gown at Saks Fifth Avenue

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Best for Lehenga:

Kanya London Bridesmaid high neck blouse & saree in sage green at Asos

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Most Drama:

Mac Duggal Tiered Strapless Tulle A-Line High-Low Gown at Anthropologie

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Glamour by Terani Couture One Shoulder Strapless Satin Formal Gown at Dillards.com

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For a Beach Wedding:

Sachin & Babi Makayla One-Shoulder Chiffon Gown at Nordstrom

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Courtesy of Cucculelli Shaheen

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Cucculelli Shaheen’s Accendo gown is a true work of art with pale green tulle, silver and blue detailing, and supremely soft layers of silk. The strapless gown is held up with an internal bustier and the all-over hand-embroidery detailing took over 1,000 hours to create.

Price at time of publish: $13,800

Size Range: 00-16 or custom | Material: Tulle, motifs |Length: Floor-length

Courtesy of Andrew Kwon

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Ruffles on ruffles on ruffles! Andrew Kwon’s Diana V2 bright sage silk, charmeuse gown is as playful as they come—featuring a full-tier ruffled skirt and 3D floral embroidery over the flutter tulle sleeves.

Price at time of publish: Price available upon request

Size Range: Made-to-order | Material: N/A | Length: Floor-length

Courtesy of Revelry

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Revelry’s Rosalie convertible tulle gown is both a bridal and bridesmaid favorite, thanks to the layers upon layers of soft tulle and detachable shoulder straps. Switch up your look between the ceremony and reception by using the three included sashes to twist and tie a different neckline.

Price at time of publish: $189

Size Range: 0-36 | Material: Tulle | Length: Floor-length

Courtesy of Tobi

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Slinky, satiny silk gowns are front and center this season, but we love how Tobi takes it to the next level with an adjustable side ruched closure and soft sage hue. Pair the look with glittering silver heels and dangly earrings to really showcase the gown’s cool tones.

Price at time of publish: $98

Size Range: S-L | Material: Polyester, Spandex | Length: Floor-length

Courtesy of BHLDN

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The clean lines, plunging neckline, and ultra-soft satin of BHLDN’s Leila make it a favorite for modern, sophisticated brides. Play up the forest hue by carrying fresh greenery or white blooms, and donning sparkling heirloom accessories.

Price at time of publish: $248

Size Range: 0-16 | Material: Satin | Length: Floor-length

Courtesy of Mac Duggal

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Covered but cut-out, this majestic Mac Duggal gown is skillfully balanced with long sheer sleeves, a plunging V-neckline, a full flowing skirt, and skin-revealing details at the waist. Select the gown in sage for a truly spellbinding bridal style.

Price at time of publish: $598

Size Range: 0-12 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

Kanya London Bridesmaid high neck blouse & saree in sage green

ASOS

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This two-piece long-sleeve top and saree set by Kanya London is a stunning option for brides who wish to pay homage to their South Asian heritage in their wedding attire. Add temple jewels of gold, silver, embellished with precious stones, to your satin and luminous sage bridal ensemble.

Price at time of publish: $174

Size Range: 2-12 | Material: Satin | Length: Floor-length

Mac Duggal

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Mac Duggal's exquisite strapless tulle A-line high-low gown is perfect for the bride who wants to feel like a true Victorian. Dress up the beautiful ruffles and ankle-length front of this dress with platform heels, and you'll be ready to dance the night away with your groom.

Price at time of publish: $798

Size Range: 0-16 | Material: Polyester, tulle | Length: Ankle-length

Glamour by Terani Couture One Shoulder Strapless Satin Formal Gown

Dillards

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Shine bright with Terani Couture, a silk-avocado gown like no other. The green fabric, which shimmers as it drapes around the body, hugs the waist before flaring out dramatically at the side in a sultry slit.

Price at time of publish: $297

Size Range: 2-14 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

Sachin & Babi

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Feel like a goddess in your chartreuse-inspired wedding dress, which is ideal for a tropical ceremony. In her brightly colored, blinged-out, off-the-shoulder gown, the bride who wears this to the party will exude joyous elegance.

Price at time of publish: $995

Size Range: 0-10 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

FABULOUSS BY MAC DUGGAL

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With this apple green hued FABULOUSS rosette one-shoulder pleated gown, you're already putting your own spin on tradition. Everything about this dress screams "I do," from the shimmering satin to the rosy accent to the floor-length trim.

Price at time of publish: $498

Size Range: 0-12 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

ASOS

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This ASOS Edition gown has a bardot neck, a strapless bodice, and a maxi length, and it exudes effortless elegance. Elevate your look by wearing a sparkling veil and bold heels with this design.

Price at time of publish: $185

Size Range: 0-14 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

J.Angelique

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Let's refer to this J.Angelique emerald green Valeria gown as the disco diva bride who's ready to get her groove on. The high slit, ruched fabric, and metallic sheen of this dress are enough to guarantee that all eyes will be on you.

Price at time of publish: $598

Size Range: 0-12 | Material: Polyester | Length: Floor-length

Bronx and Banco

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This flashy Bronx and Banco gown is reminiscent of both the Old Hollywood era and the Victorian era, making it the perfect choice for any future Mrs. If you're a bride who wants to break with tradition on your wedding day, this halterneck dress with tiered ruffles is the way to go. White flower earrings will finish off your stunning ensemble.

Price at time of publish: $1,800

Size Range: XS-XL | Material: Polyester | Length: Ankle-length

What to Look for in a Green Wedding Dress

When it comes to shopping for a wedding dress in any color, the most important factor to consider is the shade of the tone. For green, find a hue that's flattering to your skin tone but also compliments your wedding color theme. Pretty pastels in shades of sage and mint are perfect for spring and summer nuptials, while winter weddings usually work best with gowns that come in sophisticated jewel tones such as emerald. For those looking to incorporate both green and white into their celebrations, you can always wear a traditional white gown for the ceremony, then switch into a green look for the reception and after-party. It's your wedding day so you make the rules.

FAQ

What season do green wedding dresses work best for?

Since green wedding dresses vary greatly in hue (from silvery sage to deep, almost-black emerald), a green gown can work for any season. What you’ll really want to keep an eye out for, however, is the fabric and sleeve length to ensure you won’t overheat or be too chilly during your celebration.
How do I accessorize a green wedding dress?

Since green is generally bold on its own, you’ll want to accessories with your other neutral wedding hues and matching metals. Think simple pearl earrings or stacked bangles, instead of colorful heels or brightly hues necklaces.
Is it okay to wear a green wedding dress?

There are absolutely no rules that say you have to wear a white dress to your wedding! If you want to wear green, wear green! Our only suggestion is to check with your house of worship if you’re having a traditional ceremony, in order to ensure they don’t have any fashion guidelines and restrictions.

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