There’s something about Old-Hollywood glamour that feels decidedly romantic for your wedding day. If you’re a bride-to-be who relishes a retro aesthetic, a vintage-inspired wedding dress is the ideal. Victorian-era silhouettes, opulent Art Deco detailing á la the twenties and thirties, boudoir-inspired gowns reminiscent of the forties, mod sets akin to a sixties Jacqueline Kennedy, and bohemian-style gowns that capture the free-spiritedness of the 1970s are all exquisite variations of vintage that work well for a wedding dress. A reception akin to the famous party scene in The Great Gatsby would be epic, too, to say the least — champagne tower, anyone? But we digress.
Settling on a style can be difficult if you’re a lover of vintage — what decade do you choose to embody for your wedding day? Various venues can help you narrow in on the type of vintage-inspired wedding dress that’s right for you. A suit or two-piece set is flawless for city hall nuptials while a high-neck or flutter-sleeve satin number is perfectly demure for a church. If you’re having an outdoor wedding, wispy chiffon, tiered lace or embroidered tulle is enchanting in an airy environment. For black tie, go full-on glamour with glittering beads, swishy fringe, or fanciful feathers — it’s your moment in the spotlight, so don’t shy away from something that veers dramatic.
A vintage-inspired wedding dress will read timeless and elegant regardless of the decade you choose to embody — iconic silhouettes are well, iconic for a reason. A classic and coordaining beauty look is the ultimate finish for a vintage-inspired bridal moment whether that’s a red pout, dramatic cat-eye, low chignon, or loose waves topped with a flower crown.
From ultra-glamorous to laid-back and bohemian, our edit of 41 vintage-inspired wedding dresses ahead will inspire the retro wedding day look that’s right for you.
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Asos Edition Wedding Maxi Dress in Soft Jacquard with Flutter Sleeve
SHOP NOW: ASOS, $151
Reformation Winslow Dress
SHOP NOW: Reformation, $268
Jenny Yoo Catherine Gown and Lorna Beaded Top
SHOP NOW: Top, Jenny Yoo, $425; Gown, Jenny Yoo, $2,395
Jill Jill Stuart Kennedy Gown
SHOP NOW: BHLDN, $498
Melissa Sweet Banded Eyelash Lace Layered Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: David's Bridal, $758-808
Wonder By Jenny Packham V-Neck Flutter Sleeve Embellished Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: David's Bridal, $928
Galina Signature Beaded Stretch Crepe Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: David's Bridal, $1,058
White by Vera Wang Bell Sleeve Lace Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: David's Bridal, $1,198 - $1,298
Whistles Scarlett Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Whistles, $1,299
Dreamers & Lovers Raven Backless Silk Embroidered Dress
SHOP NOW: Dreamers & Lover, $1,545
Melissa Sweet Vintage Lace Plus Size Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: David's Bridal, $1,558
Catherine Dean Laverne Gown
SHOP NOW: Catherine Dean Laverne, $1,900
Va Et Vien Jacinda Gown
SHOP NOW: BHLDN, $2,000
Willowby By Watters Keegan Dress
SHOP NOW: Watters, $1,600 - $2,050
Catherine Deane Lita Gown
SHOP NOW: BHLDN, $2,400
Johanna Johnson Nevis Gown
SHOP NOW: BHLDN, $2,830
Watters Jael Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Watters, $3,780 - $4,914
Honor Iron Work Embroidered Tulle And Silk Organza Jacket And Silk Georgette Lined Maxi Skirt
SHOP NOW: Honor NYC, Price Upon Request
Halfpenny London Pearl Dress
SHOP NOW: Halfpenny London, Price Upon Request
Houghton Lauren Gown
SHOP NOW: Houghton Lauren, Price Upon Request
Bo & Luca Lou Gown
SHOP NOW: Bo & Luca, Price Upon Request
Francesca Miranda Ada Gown
SHOP NOW: Francesca Miranda, Price Upon Request
Georges Hobeika Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Georges Hobeika, Price Upon Request
Danielle Frankel Poppy Dress
SHOP NOW: Danielle Frankel, Price Upon Request
Elise Hameau Polly Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Elise Hameau, Price Upon Request
Amsale Ellory Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Amsale, Price Upon Request
Isabelle Armstrong Maria Fit & Flare Sleeveless Gown With Intricate Art Nouveau Lace pattern
SHOP NOW: Isabelle Armstrong, Price Upon Request
Berta Style 16-121
SHOP NOW: Berta, Price Upon Request
Kaviar Gauche Victoria Sans Souci Dress
SHOP NOW: Kaviar Gauche, Price Upon Request
Odylyne The Ceremony The Empress Collection
SHOP NOW: Odylyne The Ceremony, Price Upon Request
Laure de Sagazan Holden Jacket, Bertin Tank Top And Kessel Skirt
SHOP NOW: Laure de Sagazan, Price Upon Request
Temperley London Rowena Dress
SHOP NOW: Temperly London, Price Upon Request
Livné 'Elle' Wedding Gown
SHOP NOW: Livné, Price Upon Request
One Day Yves Gown
SHOP NOW: One Day, Price Upon Request
Alexandra Grecco Ruelle Gown And Wren Capelet
SHOP NOW: Alexandra Grecco, Price Upon Request
Sophie Et Voila Icon 05 Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Sophie Et Voila, Price Upon Request
Savannah Miller Lucinda Wedding Dress
SHOP NOW: Savannah Miller, Price Upon Request
Chana Marelus Angelica Gown
SHOP NOW: Chana Marelus, Price Upon Request
Elizabeth Fillmore Elodie Solstiss Floral Lace And Silk Crepe Sheathe Gown
SHOP NOW: Elizabeth Fillmore, Price Upon Request
Monique Lhuillier Bardot Gown
SHOP NOW: Monique Lhuiller, Price Upon Request
Donatelle Godart Caprice Silk Crepe Dress
SHOP NOW: Donatella Godart, Price Upon Request
