Weddings

Wedding Dresses, Reception Looks, and Bridesmaid Styles

Got a wedding on your calendar? Maybe it's your own and you're looking for affordable wedding dresses or trendy looks for your rehearsal. Maybe it's your BFF's big day and you're in charge of finding the right gowns for the bridesmaids in the bride's favorite color. Or maybe you're just going as a guest and need something to make you look nice at the reception. No matter what your role might be, our wide selection of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and wedding guest dresses has something perfect for you.

Selecting Your Wedding Rehearsal Dress

Although it isn't the big day, the wedding rehearsal is definitely a big day, and that certainly validates some shopping. Many brides, bridesmaids, and family members buy new dresses to celebrate this special occasion. You may not want anyone to see the "real" dress during the dress rehearsal, but everyone still wants to dress up!

Tips on How to Choose a Dress for a Wedding Party or Reception:

• Pick a wedding rehearsal dress that suits the season. You've probably spent a lot of time imagining and planning what your wedding dress will look like, and it is important to keep in mind the season your wedding is in. Wear something that is comfortable and seasonally appropriate.
• Go for colors, flirty necklines, or short skirts, and have fun! Brides face a lot of social pressure surrounding the wedding day. The rehearsal dinner is more relaxed and as far as wedding clothes are concerned, a rehearsal dress lets you be yourself in comfort.
• Remember, the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner qualify as a special occasion. If you need an excuse to shop for a cute new dress, this is it!

Rocking Casual Wedding Dresses

Cultural shifts have made it even easier for brides to really embrace their own unique aesthetics. Casual wedding dresses open the door to many new, exciting styles and trends: Even color in wedding dresses isn't out of the question!

Keep in mind that just because a dress is technically casual doesn't mean that it needs to be something you'd wear to the beach. Many "casual" dresses for weddings would be perfectly acceptable in a formal venue. They may even be more appropriate than a traditional, tulle-stuffed ball gown.

Many brides choose informal wedding dresses for budget reasons. Lulus offers affordable gowns that will fit your dream wedding, regardless of your budget! We even offer wedding-appropriate jewelry, so you can gleam or glitter with dazzling earrings, necklaces, and bracelets on your big day. Don't forget the shoes! A casual dress pairs well with traditional pumps as well as flats. If heels aren't your thing, don't worry! Lulus has shoe options for all.

Choosing Wedding Reception Dresses

Just because you want to wear a formal gown during the ceremony doesn't mean you have to spend a sweaty night dancing and eating cake in it. Wedding reception dresses make it easier to eat, dance, and have fun. Of course, they also give you a chance to show off the latest women's fashion. And these dresses are great for bridesmaids and guests, too.

• Look for a dress that suits your theme. If your bridesmaids all wore colors while you wore white, maybe you can wear a gown with a pop of that shade for the reception.
• Remember your venue: If you are holding your reception in a four-star hotel, you can only go as casual as the dress code allows.
• Pick a style suited to your favorite dance moves. A floor-length mermaid cut will not suit fans of high kicks and floor moves!