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Channel your inner princess.
By Wendy Gould — Written on Sep 02, 2019
It only makes sense that a bride would want to feel like a princess on her wedding day, and what better way to do that than to wear a ball gown wedding dress fit for royalty? From extravagant trains to a cloud-like skirt, shimmery details to classic lace appliques, wedding dresses like these come in so many different styles.
For a little dress inspiration for your own upcoming nuptials, check out these stunning wedding ball gowns we’ve featured below. Can you envision yourself in any of them?
1. MillaNova Daphne Dress
You probably won’t be surprised to learn that this MillaNova wedding dress is part of the designer’s Royal Collection, which features ball gowns galore. This one, dubbed the Daphne, features off-the-shoulder detailing and stunning beading work in both the bodice and skirt.
(Find it on Milla Nova)
2. Casablanca Bridal Tori Ball Gown
If you're in the market for a champagne-hued fairytale wedding gown, slip on this dreamy ball gown designed by Casablanca Bridal. The designer’s Tori wedding gown features a v-neck bodice and horsehair trimmed tiered skirt that’s begging for time on the dance floor.
(Find it on Casablanca Bridal)
3. Oleg Cassini Wedding Ball Gown
We're getting major Queen of the Ball vibes with this Oleg Cassini wedding gown. It features long sleeves and a high neck with delicate lace appliques, a sweetheart neckline, and a cloud-like organza skirt.
(Find it on David's Bridal)
4. David’s Bridal Mikado and Tulle V-Neck Ball Gown Wedding Dress
Keep it classic with this Mikado and Tulle V-Neck Ball Gown. It features beaded lace appliques, illusion insets, and a dreamy skirt.
(Find it on David's Bridal)
5. Alyssa Kristin Bridal Blue Ball Gown
If you're into the idea of incorporating a little color into your wedding ball gown, try on this number. It’s made with a dreamy, sky-blue skirt and paired with a simple bodice.
(Find it on Alyssa Kristin Bridal)
6. Watters Aella Wedding Ball Gown
Those seeking a ball gown silhouette without too much of the volume may find a winner in Watters’ Aella gown. It comes in both cream and ivory, and features a full skirt with floral lace appliques.
(Find it on Watters)
7. Selfa Bridal Ayala Wedding Gown
Keep it ultra-romantic in this Selfa Bridal Ayala wedding gown. It's part of the designer's Venus 2019 collection and features a billowing skirt, firm bodice with molded cups, and draped, off-the-shoulder detailing.
(Find it on Selfa)
8. Hatshepsut Bridal GB22 Dreamy Wedding Gown
Talk about a regal wedding moment! This enchanting bridal gown designed by Hatshepsut Bridal in Australia will make everyone’s jaws drop as you walk down the aisle. It’s a creamy champagne hue with soft golden lace appliques and an outrageous train.
(Find it on Facebook)
9. Amanda Novias Royal Wedding Ball Gown
You'll definitely be ready for the royal ball when you show up to your wedding in this incredible dress designed by Amanda Novias. Utmost care has been taken to create an 18th century ball gown silhouette, and the ornate beading along the bodice and skirt are out-of-this-world sumptuous.
(Find it on Ali Express)
10. Sposa Moda Wedding Gown
On the opposite end of the spectrum lies this stunning gown designed by Sposa Moda Luxury Bridal. The dramatic, plunging v-neck makes for a stark juxtaposition against a satiny, frosting-like full skirt.
(Find it on Sposa Moda Luxury Bridal)
11. Timeless Bridal Couture Lulu Wedding Gown
You’ll be pretty in blushing pink wearing this tiered wedding ball gown dress. The softly tiered skirt looks as light as air and sits beautifully against the decadently beaded bodice with spaghetti straps.
(Find it on Timeless Bridal Couture)
12. Helen Constance River Bridal Gown
This dramatic wedding gown by Helen Constance, a boutique designer out of Sydney, Australia, features a high illusion neckline and cascading floral lace trickling down a full ballgown skirt.
(Find it on Helen Constance)
13. Moonlight Bridal H1399 Wedding Dress
You'll feel like a royal princess in this gown. The off-the-shoulder straps, shimmering silver embroidery, and sparkling beadwork (which includes Swarovski crystals) make it especially dreamy. Tiara not required, but it totally works.
(Find it on Moonlight Bridal)
14. Linda Friesen Dawn Wedding Gown
Everything about this Linda Friesen couture wedding dress screams renaissance dream. It's a soft milky grey-meets-purple hue, features glittering rhinestones and ebroiderig, hand-sewn pleats, and perfect short sleeves.
(Find it on Facebook)
15. Demetrios 8002 Ballgown Dress
This Demetrios ballgown wedding dress is an absolute dream. It features a voluminous, perfectly tailored full tulle skirt and fitted late bodice with an illusion neckline.
(Find it on Demetrios)
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Wendy Rose Gould is a freelance lifestyle reporter based in Phoenix, Arizona. She contributes to NBC, Refinery29, Brides, Allure, Spotlyte, Total Beauty, Soko Glam, and others.