10 Reasons To Love Short Wedding Dresses

Short wedding dresses have become a popular choice for brides who want something a little different. The unfussy silhouette of a tea length dress will get you down the aisle and through your reception in comfort and style. Whether you’re looking to pull off a modern or classic style, short wedding dresses ensure you’re dressed to the nines in a way that you and everyone else will go gaga for! These dresses can be customized with long sleeves, lace, waist-cinching bridal sashes and belts or a stunning one-shoulder style.

Short bridal gowns enable the bride to make the most of warmer days by showing off her lovely legs, while pairing the dress with a gorgeous pair of wedding shoes. Any of these fun and flirty short wedding dresses would be ideal for a less formal or outdoor wedding. So, get your fashion imagination racing and check out these cuties!

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This vintage-style 1950’s tea length dress is to die for! The ivory Alencon lace short wedding dress features a sweetheart neckline, circular skirt with scalloped hem and beaded sash belt at natural waist.

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A satin-faced Organza short wedding dress with pretty waist detail and ombre-pleated peplum.

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A fun, short and flared tulle and lace wedding dress with a sheer off-the-shoulder bodice over a sweetheart neckline with elbow-length sleeves. Narrow grosgrain bow at the waist serves as a belt.

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A fun ‘n flirty ivory lace over champagne Charmeuse short dress with a sheer bateau neckline and low open back. A jeweled crystal appliqué on a sash accentuates the natural waist.

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This sexy short wedding dress from the Monique Lhuillier Spring collection is a two-piece strapless A-line wedding gown with asymmetrical ruching on the bodice and a corset back. The removable ruffled organza skirt showcases a mini bridal gown perfect for cake-cutting or dancing.

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Ideal for modern and urban brides, this sexy, yet feminine French designer cocktail bridal gown in tulle features gemstone embroidery, a bodice with bateau neckline, floral appliqués and a narrow grosgrain belt trimmed with a little bow. Sigh!

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This fun and flirtatious silk chiffon sweetheart-style Tobi Hannah Running Vintage Style bridal gown is short in the front and long at the back. Features a delicate Chantilly lace overlay.

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A sleeveless, cocktail length wedding dress featuring a Venice lace bodice with a sheer neckline, a full tulle skirt and a belt with jeweled appliqué. Perfect for a destination wedding, or even an outdoor rustic or farm wedding.

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This short lace stunner by Atelier Pronovias features a tulle interior with paillettes covered with tulle petit pois and rebrode lace appliqués. The straight skirt with longer flared overskirt at the back, V-neck with elbow-length sleeves, and grosgrain belt with fantasy zipper appliqués boasting crystal and pearl gemstone embroidery make this dress an amazing choice for an urban bride.

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An A-line, cocktail length strapless wedding dress embellished with jeweled trim on waist, Chantilly lace and a scalloped neckline and hem.

Bonus: Four of our favorite short wedding dresses from BHLDN that double up as short and sweet wedding reception dresses too!

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A short wedding dress featuring allover scrolling embroidery, delicate cap-sleeves, and an elegant sheer neckline is one of the many short sweet wedding dresses available from BHLDN. This slim silhouette from Tadashi Shoji is perfect for a laid back bride or a reception switch. Can be paired with the Glam Rhinestone Bridal Chandelier Earrings,  the Pearl & Rhinestone Floral Vine Bridal Headpiece Clip (Gold Champagne color option) and the Elegant Rhinestone Bridal Bracelet (Gold Clear color option).

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Crafted from swathes of vintage and heritage lace, this delicate mini dress with three-quarter length sleeves is perfect for an outdoor daytime wedding. It features a bateau lace illusion neckline and intricate elbow length sleeves making it a striking choice for a modern bride or city hall engagements. An elegant V in back and flirty skirt bring an extra-romantic flair to photographs and dance floor twirls. Can be paired with the Romantic Floral & Pearl Satin Ribbon Edge Veil, the Vibrant Floral CZ Drop Earrings, the Antique Silver CZ & Pearl Bridal Bracelet and the Bridal Ribbon Headband Swarovski Crystal Flower (doubles as bridal belt).

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A breathtaking diaphanous silk dress that boasts three-dimensional organza flowers blooming from the sheer shoulders to the dainty, scalloped hem. This short bridal gown with elbow-length sleeves that achieve a vintage effect, is perfect for an afternoon affair or the celebration that follows. Can be paired with the Elegant Rhinestone & Pearl Chandelier Earrings, the Crystal & Pearl Floral Tiara Headband (Gold/Ivory Pearl color option) and the Cosmo Rhinestone Clutch Evening Bag.

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A stunning, ultra-ethereal sweetheart dress from Jenny Yoo with delicate lace appliqué at the illusion neckline and a romantic tulle skirt inspired by Parisian ballerinas. Can be paired with the Stunning Silver Ivory Drop Pearl Wedding Earrings, the Crystal Flower Bridal Comb and the Vintage Satin Ribbon Headband (doubles as bridal belt).

We absolutely adore how short wedding dresses can create a totally different look for the bride. Style, elegance, romance, femininity and fun are not lost by showing off your contemporary side in one of these gorgeous bridal gowns. If you’re keen to step away from the norm, we have tons of more wedding dress inspiration on our Pinterest board.