32 Wedding Dresses for a Virtual Wedding

Brides-to-be have been faced with so many changes in light of COVID-19. Some have chosen to postpone their wedding to a later date while others simply aren't here for a hold-up (we feel that!). There's also the scenario of rescheduling the big celebration with family and friends, but having a small ceremony on your original wedding date. For those who don't want to wait to say "I do" while under quarantine, a virtual wedding is a new reality, even if you choose to have a select few family members and friends safely distanced in your presence for an intimate ceremony. Thanks to the world wide web, the remainder of your guests can witness it all online via Zoom, FaceTime, or a good old Google Hangout. A virtual ceremony still calls for a wedding dress to showcase your bridal style, especially if you're saving a previously procured gown for a bigger celebration down the road.

Whether your virtual wedding is witnessed by a handful of guests or the original guest list, you'll still want to stay true to your aesthetic, whether it's laidback, bohemian, minimal, or glamorous. Just because you're sharing the moment with your guests on the Internet, doesn't mean you should sacrifice on style and feel anything less than your best. For many brides, a virtual wedding dress is an excellent opportunity to experiment with a look you otherwise wouldn't have embraced — a second chance to try a style that had you torn during the initial shopping process or embrace bolder details to stand out on screen. Some brides might feel like they have to downplay their look for a virtual wedding in favor of a more relaxed dress, which couldn't be farther from the truth. By all means if subtle or demure is your taste, go for it! But don't feel like you have to stray from fantasy or drama. After all, it's still your special day!

Scroll below for breathtaking wedding dresses for a virtual wedding and don't worry; we made sure each one can be shipped right now, though some might be on a slight delay. From affordable finds to dream-worthy gowns, our edit is proof that you can still say "yes" to the dress while in quarantine, even if your updated RSVP comes with a Zoom link.

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Maria Lucia Hohan Keona Dress

This wedding dress is the epitome of whimsical, featuring embroidered polka-dots and a sheer, boned bustier bodice. It captures a romantic, vintage mood with modern design elements at play.

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White by Vera Wang Plus Wrap Gown with Jeweled Crisscross Back

Timeless and sleek, this spaghetti-strap wrap wedding dress is ideal for a fuss-free bride seeking out a floor-length gown. Add a little drama with a cathedral veil or blossoming flower crown.

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Danielle Frankel Double Breasted Jacket

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At once modern and romantic, this cocktail-length double-breasted jacket dress is stunning for a virtual city hall bride. We can just picture it with a simple bouquet and delicate jewelry.

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ASOS EDITION Plunge Lace Wedding Dress

This short-sleeve wedding dress combines feminine lace with sleek pleats and is perfect for the modern bride on a budget. It'd be idyllic in a garden ceremony on a sunny day.

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Fame and Partners Charlotte Lace Dress

With pin-thin straps and a thigh-high slit, this gown is proof that an all-over lace can feel unfussy and fresh. It's a versatile choice for brides with classic, bohemian, or minimal taste.

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Floravere Trapeze Dress

This flirty mini dress is suited to the laidback summer bride. The trapeze like silhouette begs to be danced in, which you can, even while celebrating on Zoom.

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The Vampire's Wife The Night Sparrow Velvet-Appliqué Tulle Gown

This sophisticated lace gown is perfect for vintage-loving brides with feminine taste. The short puff sleeves and floral appliqué will certainly stand out over video.

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Alexander McQueen Lace-Trimmed Leaf-Crepe Gown

For the traditional bride with a modern edge, this crepe and lace gown by Alexander McQueen is an ultra-stylish choice. Though they're subtle, the pronounced shoulders make this silhouette feel utterly unique; what more could you ask for on your special day?

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Reformation Pansy Dress

What better way to stand out at your virtual wedding than with a floral printed dress like this affordable style from Reformation? Even better, you can easily re-wear it for a special occasion or event down the road.

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BHLDN Kari Dress

A midi slip dress is the ultimate in low-ley minimalism for a virtual wedding. The cowl neck on this dress gives it a nostalgic vibe that's on-trend as ever for 2020.

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DB Studio Low Back Eyelash Lace Halter Plus Size Dress

A flattering halter neckline and low back give this classic lace gown a modern feel. We love it for a virtual wedding in front of a beautiful building.

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Costarellos Appliquéd Embroidered Tulle Gown

This long-sleeve wedding dress comes with a wanderlust feel, perfect for brides with bohemian taste. The latticework trims beautifully enhance the wispy tulle for a breathtaking result.

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Morning Lavender Reyna Sleeveless Lace Midi Dress

This lace midi dress is perfect for brides with laidback style as well as those seeking out a more casual virtual wedding look. The ruffled sleeves are an extra-sweet detail that makes it feel so romantic for "I dos."

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Alex Perry Paige Satin-Crêpe Bridal Gown

It doesn't get sleeker than this strapless crepe gown by Alex Perry—an ideal look for the minimalist bride. Our favorite part is the slim belt at the waist, which emphasizes the impeccable design.

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Sézane Agnès Dress

With a bohemian French feel, this delicate lace dress is stunning for warm-weather brides. The V-neckline and cut-out back epitomize chic nonchalance.

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Emilia Wickstead Diamond Duchesse-Satin Gown

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A virtual wedding hardly means you have to skip out on the ballgown. We find this impeccably-cut design by Emilia Wickstead to be particularly irresistible.

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Brock Collection Quaneisha Embroidered Floral Dress

What could be dreamier for a modern bride than this embroidered floral dress by Brock Collection? With an ethereal feel, it's made for virtual nuptials amid nature.

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Merlette Ordesa Broderie-Anglaise Cotton Maxi Dress

There's no better dress for the carefree romantic than this broderie-anglaise maxi with grosgrain bow-tie straps. We're picturing it on the beach or in a lush green setting with minimal accessories.

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Brandon Maxwell One-Shoulder Draped Crepe Gown

For the sleek, black-tie bride, this draped, one-shoulder gown is a showstopper. The elegance will most certainly translate through the screen.

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Cecilie Bahnsen Anna Tie-Back Fil-Coupé Organza Gown

Nothing says romance quite like ethereal floral fil-coupé organza and a beautiful bow. To wit, this ankle-grazing gown features pretty puff sleeves, which are a signature of the designer.

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Philosophy Di Lorenzo Swiss Dot Tulle Gown

This tulle dress is ideally suited to the bride with whimsical taste. How could you not be charmed by the snowflake-spotted tulle, striking shoulders, and flouncy tiers?

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Temperley Promise Embellished-Tulle Dress

It's valid to worry that the effect of intricate detailing might not come through during a virtual ceremony. However, the fanciful combination of beadwork and eyelet-trim embellishments on this tea-length dress is quite captivating, even through a screen.

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Giambattista Valli Ruffled Silk Off-The-Shoulder Gown

There's no denying the romantic sensibility of this off-the-shoulder Giambattista Valli gown. Though it features tires of feminine ruffles, it's surprisingly unfussy thanks to the airy silk fabric.

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Dion Lee Lace Applique Mini Long Sleeve Dress

This long-sleeve mini dress epitomizes low-key chic. We can picture it with classic flats and swept-back hair in front of City Hall.

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Cushnie Bridal Georgia One-Shoulder Lace-Trimmed Silk-Crepe Gown

For the minimal bride craving a touch of lace, this crepe gown is utterly ideal. The stunning effect of the gown's bias cut and single draped shoulder strap will not be lost on your virtual guests.

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Rime Arodaky Sewell Lace and Crepe Gown

This bridal gown is the definition of modern elegance, combining floral lace and sleek crepe. Fun fact: the designer's first celebrity order was none other than a bridesmaid dress for Meghan Markle.

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Eloquii Lace Bodice Chiffon Gown

We love the effect of eyelet lace combined with pleats for a virtual wedding dress. The best part, this number comes in under $200!

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Jonathan Simkhai Floral-Lace Maxi Dress

Jonathan Simkhai is known for his innovative reinvention of timeless silhouettes, and this maxi dress is in step with said design style. The corseted bodice and loosely-hanging sleeves are utterly spine-tingling in delicate floral lace.

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ONE by Bronx & Banco Willow Dress

Charming as ever, this lace midi dress is perfect for a more casual bridal look. Even better are the black bow-tie straps, which create a sharp contrast we love for "I dos."

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Rosie Assoulin Asymmetric Ruffled Silk-Charmeuse Gown

Both whimsical and sleek, this asymmetric gown was designed with a modern bride in mind. We can't get over the voluminous ruffles!

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Danielle Frankel Satin Slip Gown

Simple, yet sweet, this satin slip gown, accented with silk linen gauze and chantilly lace is both minimal and feminine. Accessories can give it a completely different look, too. Flat sandals and a flower crown will feel decidedly bohemian while crystal-dusted heels and diamonds push it into the black-tie territory.

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Needle & Thread Ruffled Embellished Tulle Gown

You won't have to worry about your dressing standing out on screen if you opt for this embellished Needle & Thread gown. The scattered sequins and beaded blooms were designed to capture the effect of falling petals.

32 Wedding Dresses for a Virtual Wedding You Can Buy Right Now

You can still say "yes" to the dress, even if your updated RSVP comes with a Zoom link.

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