If you don't want an over-the-top fancy wedding dress, there's no need to buy a dress with an over-the-top price tag. Laid-back brides: When you hit up bridal boutiques, skip over the wedding gown section and head straight for the bridesmaid dresses. There are loads of extra-dressy bridesmaid dresses that would work perfectly for an understated bride, especially if you're not set on getting married in white. Here are six bridesmaid dresses that could totally work for the bride, from the latest round of runway shows. The first three, from Wtoo, are available for preorder; all three are less than $250!
Bridesmaid Dress 1: Wtoo
Bridesmaid Dress 2: Wtoo
Bridesmaid Dress 3: Wtoo
Bridesmaid Dress 4: Alvina Valenta
Bridesmaid Dress 5: Alvina Valenta
Bridesmaid Dress 6: Jim Hjelm Occasions
Obviously these dresses are considerably more laid-back than the average wedding dress, but I think all of them could be dressed up with a mega-sparkly sash or a dreamy veil. Or you could just embrace the low-key vibe—especially if your venue is super chill—and wear 'em as-is.
Which one of these bridesmaid dresses is your favorite? Would you get married in any of 'em?