The Coloured Wedding Dress: Spring 2013

Posted by Alexandra C. | Thursday October 11, 2012

Amber Tamblyn, one of my favourite actresses from the (so very good, don't judge me) Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants was recently married to comedian David Cross. I kind of love this couple, they're cute 'n quirky and oh-so adorable. One of the reasons I love them so much is because of Ms. Tamblyn's choice of wedding dress. Instead of going with the same ol' white dress, she threw everyone for a loop and walked down the aisle in a sunny, yellow gown. Amber isn't alone in her decision to incorporate colour into her big day. Reese Witherspoon wore a rose dress and trend maker Gwen Stefani donned a white and hot pink ombre gown.

(images via ineedmyfix.com, theinsider.com)

While the coloured wedding dress may not be for everyone, you have to admit it's unique and makes a statement. A coloured gown can be a great alternative for the non-traditional bride, for a renewal or for a more casual and laid back setting.

For all the brides-to-be this spring, I'm inviting you to take a look at some of these coloured gowns. Here are ten picks that we thought were a great start to thinking outside the box.

(from left to right) Isaac Mizrahi, Spring 2013 via tomandlorenzo.com, Carolina Herrera, Spring 2013 via tomandlorenzo.com, Ines Di Santo, Spring 2013 via weddingbells.ca, Ellie Saab Haute Couture, Spring 2012 via fashionweek.ua

(clockwise from top left) Romona Keveza Couture, Fall 2012 via colincowieweddings.com, Vera Wang Spring 2013 via colincowieweddings.com, Isaac Mizrahi, Spring 2013 via tomandlorenzo.com, Oscar de la Renta, Spring 2013 via weddingbells.ca, Vera Wang, Spring 2013 via colincowieweddings.com, Oscar de la Renta, Spring 2013 via fashionologie.com.

Would you ever walk down the aisle in something a little different? Perhaps you've thought of adding a bit of colour as an accent on your dress?

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14 Comments

	on October 24, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: I just read that Jessica Biel wore a pink wedding dress down the aisle!
	on October 18, 2012 Steffikah 9,295 said: I've never liked the white dress expectation. I've always wanted a black dress. I'm not so happy it's mainstream now, but hey... at least I won't be scowled at through my whole day.
	on October 17, 2012 Racenhawk 2,704 said: personally, I like white for a wedding dress
	on October 17, 2012 greeneyedgirl 462 said: I would definitely wear a coloured wedding dress. I am not very traditional, and I just look better in colour. White gowns have only been the the tradition since Queen Victoria wore one when she married Prince Albert. For centuries, and in many other cultures, women have worn a variety of colours on their wedding day. I'd choose a colour that made me look and feel beautiful.
	on October 12, 2012 lawrencesharon 1,325 said: This is really an colorful wedding idea. I liked the gowns for the wedding.
	on October 11, 2012 shanaz 5,961 said: Forget tradition, these dresses are awesome and speak to the individuality of the bride. LOVE!
	on October 11, 2012 cutie_marlena 3,191 said: I like the Isaac Mizrahi and the Romona Keveza Couture. I've been looking at wedding dresses for my own wedding and I found one in red that I absolutely LOVE!! But, I don't think I could really wear it... the traditional white dress is too ingrained my my brain, and I don't think I'll be able to stray from the traditional.
	on October 11, 2012 fredamans 12,209 said: I am engaged and wouldn't dream of a colored dress. Traditional all the way!
	on October 11, 2012 KatelynRose1984 20,704 said: That red dress is incredible! Wow. Gorgeous much? Loveeee it.
	on October 11, 2012 kimiko 1,156 said: I really like the idea of a colourful wedding dress - but I think I'd do more of an accent colour as a sash or something -- not the whole dress. Love these gowns though!