Amidst a pandemic, we all had to change our plans in 2020–and that’s especially true for couples who were meant to have weddings that year. Many pivoted to intimate backyard affairs, courthouse weddings, and Zoom nuptials, putting off their big bashes for later on. Because love won’t wait, right? Turns out, those smaller weddings are sticking around, so if you’re currently planning your own civil ceremony, you’ll need a cute civil wedding dress to wear, obv.
Courthouse wedding dresses are typically a little more casual but of course, how fancy you want to go is completely up to you. This is your opportunity to choose something completely different than your original bridal dress, especially if you’re planning on wearing that one to a postponed reception! Whether you opt for a sleek midi dress, a lace fit-and-flare, or even a sparkly jumpsuit, the civil wedding dresses (and more) ahead will make the day stylish and special.
With an off-the-shoulder neckline, delicate short sleeves, and tiered skirt, this romantic lace midi dress is one in which you won’t be able to resist twirling.
Want a sexy civil wedding style? Flaunt your shape in a tiered trumpet silhouette dress with a lace overlay.
Want to save the dress for the big day? A drapey satin jumpsuit is a bombshell-worthy bridal alternative.
A simple one-shoulder midi dress with a draped front accentuates your shape and shows off your legs–the perfect balance of minimalist chic and sexy.
Want a minimalist courthouse wedding dress? An asymmetrical satin midi with a flouncy hem is utterly timeless.
Ultra bride-worthy and ultra-versatile! Wear an LWD (lacy white dress, in this case) for your civil ceremony and your bachelorette, bridal shower, or rehearsal dinner if you’re planning a big event later on.
Sequins for day? Why not? Opt for a glam, sparkly white mini dress as your courthouse wedding outfit.
Civil wedding, but make it playful. A pretty fluttery sleeve midi dress in polka dot-embossed satin channels both vibes beautifully.
Halter-neck dresses draw the eye up to show off your shoulders and frame your gorgeous face, of course. This one’s simple and sophisticated–and total matrimony material.
Who says wedding outfits have to be dresses? Spolier alert: They don’t! Celebrate your courthouse union with an iconic tailored blazer and trousers–aka: the other perfect match.
Calling all Bridgerton-loving brides: This off-the-shoulder corset-bodice stunner is romantic, sultry, and sleek–what more could you ask for when it comes to a civil wedding dress?
Not everyone’s into dresses, which is why gorgeous jumpsuits like this one exist. Wear it to your courthouse nuptials for a modern outfit you can wear again!
Did you wear Lulus to get hitched at the courthouse? Show us your civil wedding dresses on Instagram @Lulusweddings using #lulusweddings–and shop our entire Bridal collection for more big-day options!
This post was published in January 2021 and has been updated with new content.
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