Wedding Dress Color Ideas for Modern Brides

White wedding dresses are, undoubtedly, the most traditional. If you're a contemporary bride, you might be thinking about wearing a color aside from white, though. Whether you don't want to wear white or you don't feel right about wearing white for your second wedding, you're not alone. Plenty of brides are ditching white wedding dresses in favor of other colors. Here are some common wedding dress colors for the bride who doesn't want to wear white.

Yellow

Pale yellow dresses are common for brides who don't want to wear white. They can be an ideal option if you want a color that won't make your skin look washed out. Yellow wedding dresses can be ideal if you are planning a summer wedding and plan to incorporate shades like orange and pink into your color scheme.

Red

Red and white is a very popular wedding color scheme. Although red wedding dresses can be a bit dramatic for some brides, they can be absolutely beautiful for women who want a dress that is obviously not white. Pair it with a bouquet of white and red roses for a stunning look. Red wedding gowns can be ideal for the fall season, as well as winter and Christmas themed weddings.

Pink

Brides are very feminine. What color is more feminine than pink? Gwen Stefani wore a stunning pink wedding gown, while Reese Witherspoon wore one for her own 2011 wedding, as well as at her fictional wedding as character Elle Woods. A very subtle shade of pink will have your guests wondering if you're really wearing pink or if it's just the lighting. Pink wedding gowns can be ideal for spring or summer weddings, as well as fairytale themed weddings.

Blue

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something … blue? A blue wedding dress easily fits the bill. A blue wedding dress can look beautiful, especially if you are planning a waterside or beach-themed wedding. It will make you look just like Cinderella. Light blue wedding gowns are ideal for a subtle look, while a cobalt blue dress can be a daring option.

Black

Black wedding dresses aren't necessarily for everyone, but they can be a beautiful choice if you want a Gothic-themed wedding or a black and white color scheme. A black and white damask wedding cake, black and white bridesmaid dresses, and a white bouquet can be great finishing touches. While your guests are sure to be shocked at this wedding gown color, it can be suitable for brides who want a very unique look.

If you're not sure about having a colored wedding dress but still want to incorporate colors into your wedding, consider a dress that gives you a bit of both, such as those in the Alfred Angelo Dream in Color collection. Also remember that this is your special day, so you shouldn't let anyone's feelings on colored dresses change your mind.