20 Simple Wedding Dresses for the Minimalist Bride

last updated 14 August 2019

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Some soon-to-be brides dream of wearing a sweeping gown adorned with lace, pearls, and tulle. Meanwhile, other brides want to keep things as subdued as possible, seeking out the simplest wedding dress in existence. If you fall into the latter camp, fear not: Simple wedding dresses do exist, and they are just as striking as their glitzy counterparts.

To make your life easier, we rounded up 20 simple wedding dresses in a plethora of different styles to prove that looking breathtaking on your wedding day doesn't require looking like an decadently frosted cupcake. From bread-and-butter wedding dress designers to fast-fashion finds, our roundup of minimalistic picks offers something for every personal style type. Go on to shop simple, stunning wedding dresses our editors love.

Rosie Assoulin

Moustache Dress

The halter neckline and bow details incorporate a bit of fun into this otherwise simple dress.Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Houghton

Katie Lace Slip Dress With Handkerchief Hem

The peekaboo lace is subtle and perfect.Available in sizes 0 to 6.

Danielle Frankel Bridal

Rena

Meet one of our new favorite bridal designers. Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Asos Bridal

Cami Maxi Dress With Paneled Seam Details

Nothing says elegant like a paneled silk dress.Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Reformation

Freesia Dress

Streamlined and sophisticated.Available in sizes 0 to 12 and 0P to 12P.

Gabriela Hearst

Tituba Off-the-Shoulder Silk and Wool-Blend Faille Gown

Yes, those are pants you're seeing beneath this chic minimalistic option.Available in sizes IT36 to IT46.

Eloquii

Studio Flounce Tiered Dress

Flattering and festive to perfection. Available in sizes 14 to 28.

Isabelle Armstrong

The Jessie

This square neckline feels perfectly modern.Available in sizes 2 to 16.

Self-Portrait

Angelica Lace Gown

Elegant touches around every corner.Available in sizes 0 to 10.

Roksanda

Maury Drop-Waist Wool and Silk-Blend Gown

This strapless A-line dress is a chic option for any contemporary bride.Available in sizes UK6 to UK16.

Alex Perry Bride

Kristen Satin Bikini Gown

We're just as stunned as you are—trust me.Available in sizes UK4 to UK14.

Nili Lotan

Vintage Ivory Cami Gown

What can't the slip dress do?Available in size L.

ASOS Bridal

Cami Maxi Dress With Concertina Folding

The layered folds on this dress add just enough detail to make it stand out.Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Houghton

Penelope Gown

The ruffled lace adds an ultra-elegant quality to an already gorgeous dress.Available in sizes 0 to 6.

BHLDN

Ali Gown

With a scooped neckline and back, this classic option leaves room to play with jewelry of your choice.Available in sizes 0 to 16.

Roksanda

Organza-Trimmed Wool-Crepe Gown

You'll be needing that feather clutch to go with this gown.Available in sizes UK6 to UK16.

Elizabeth Fillmore

The Isla

This gown features a sheath silhouette and long sleeves, making it perfect for a winter wedding.Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Delpozo

Embroidered V-Neck Gown

The dress of our dreams (and yours).Available in sizes FR34 to FR44.

Katie May

Lanai Gown

This fitted gown with detailed straps exudes luxury in the best way.Available in sizes M to L.

Watters

Dune Silk Georgette Fit & Flare Skirt

How slimming is that lace bodice?Sizes available upon booking an appointment.

See? We told you simple minimalistic wedding dresses could be just as striking.

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Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.