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30 Gorgeous Wedding Dresses that Look Great in Photos

Dresses | October 20, 2020

If you’ve already found your perfect wedding dress, you’re virtually guaranteed to look amazing in your portraits. But certain fabrics, silhouettes, and details can give your bridal portraits that extra dose of fabulous! Keep scrolling to see some big-picture inspiration and our top 30 wedding dresses that look great in photos. Enjoy!

Wedding Dresses That Look Great in Photos

Browse the gorgeous wedding gowns below to begin curating your perfect bridal look that will look stunning in your wedding photos!

Satin Wedding Dresses for Sheen

Our satin wedding dresses are optimal for sheen and shine, while our Mikado bridal gowns offer stunning structure for your dazzling photo ops. See the gowns below for some satin and Mikado wedding dress inspo!

  • Plus Size Model Wearing Plus Size Satin Princess Wedding Gown Called Sonnet by Maggie Sottero
    Sonnet by Maggie Sottero
  • Curvy Model Wearing Plus Size Satin Sheath Wedding Dress Called Boden by Sottero and Midgley
    Boden by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Unique Satin Bridal Dress with Bow in Back Called Mitchel by Maggie Sottero
    Mitchell by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Lace Satin A-line Wedding Gown Called Valerie by Rebecca Ingram
    Valerie by Rebecca Ingram
  • Model Wearing Affordable Satin A-line Wedding Gown Called Coral by Rebecca Ingram
    Coral by Rebecca Ingram

Tulle Wedding Dresses for Romancing

There’s nothing that says modern fairytale like a whimsical tulle wedding gown. The styles below feature lace motifs over tulle, sequins over sparkle tulle, and tiered tulle finished in horsehair. So chic!

  • Model Wearing Sparkly Mermaid Bridal Dress Called Joelle by Maggie Sottero
    Joelle by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Princess Sequin Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Tavi Made by Maggie Sottero
    Tavi by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Minimalist Dreamy Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Rosemary by Rebecca Ingram
    Rosemary by Rebecca Ingram
  • Model Wearing Dreamy Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Marlow by Sottero and Midgley
    Marlow by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Tulle Tier Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Timbrey by Maggie Sottero
    Timbrey by Maggie Sottero

Illusion Lace is Made for the Camera

A wedding dress with a statement back of illusion lace and delicate motifs? Yes, please! Or, opt for illusion in the neckline, sleeves, and side panels. You really can’t go wrong, as the illusion effect on our gown is multiplied on camera.

  • Illusion Lace Sleeve Sheath Bridal Dress Called Lydia Anne by Maggie Sottero
    Francesca by Maggie Sottero
  • Dakota Lace Fit and Flare wedding dress by Sottero and Midgley
    Dakota by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Vintage Puff Sleeve Wedding Dress Called Armante by Sottero and Midgley

    Armante by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Sheer Bodice A-line Wedding Dress Called Leticia by Maggie Sottero
    Leticia by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Long Sleeve Pearl Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Rosette by Maggie Sottero
    Rosette by Maggie Sottero

More Crystals and Sequins = More Sparkle

If there’s one thing we love more than wedding dresses that look great in photos, it’s sparkly wedding gowns that look great in photos! Check out the styles below featuring Swarovski crystals, beaded sequins, and pearl tulle.

  • Model Wearing Sparkly Tulle Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Melissa by Rebecca Ingram
    Melissa by Rebecca Ingram
  • Model Wearing Sparkly Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Taylor by Maggie Sottero
    Taylor by Maggie Sottero
  • Black Model Wearing Sparkly Lace Sheath Bridal Gown with Extended Train Called Tuscany Royale by Maggie Sottero
    Tuscany by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Geometric Sparkle Ball Gown Wedding Dress Called Thatched by Sottero and Midgley
    Thatcher by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Sparkly Dreamy Wedding Dress Called Pierce by Sottero and Midgley
    Pierce by Sottero and Midgley

Minimalist Wedding Dresses Make an Impact

A super modern silhouette in a premium fabrication is a homerun for photos. Consider one of these minimalist satin or crepe wedding dresses for your bridal portraits!

  • Bride Wearing Minimalist Sheath Wedding Dress with Long Tulle Wedding Veil Called Bayler by Maggie Sottero
    Bayler by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Minimalist Mikado Wedding Dress Called Nadia by Maggie Sottero
    Nadia by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Simple Halter Back Bridal Dress Called Anthony by Sottero and Midgley with Tulle Cape
    Anthony by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Simple Crepe Wedding Dress Called Fernanda by Maggie Sottero
    Fernanda by Maggie Sottero
  • Model Wearing Simple A-line Wedding Dress with Blush Lace Wedding Veil Called Josephine by Maggie Sottero
    Josephine by Maggie Sottero

Vintage Wedding Gowns for Antique-Inspired Vibes

There’s little explanation necessary when talking about vintage wedding dresses. Featuring Art Deco beading, fringe, vintage lace, and Renaissance-inspired beauty, these bridal gowns are sure to take your wedding portraits from fine to fabulous!

  • Model on Beach Wearing Art Deco Wedding Dress with Fringe Called Andrew by Sottero and Midgley
    Andrew by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Long Puff Sleeve Vintage Wedding Gown
    Abbott by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Vintage Lace Wedding Dress with Bell Sleeves Called Benson by Sottero and Midgley
    Benson by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Elegant Vintage Sheath Wedding Dress Called Hamilton by Sottero and Midgley
    Hamilton by Sottero and Midgley
  • Model Wearing Lace V-neck Wedding Dress with Lace Vintage Wedding Veil Called Coretta by Maggie Sottero
    Coretta by Maggie Sottero

Love these wedding dresses that look great in photos? Find these swoon-worthy gowns at a Authorized Retailer near you!

For tips on wedding photography poses, check out our Top 10 Wedding Poses for a Swoon-Worthy Photography Session blog. And, if you’re still looking for a photographer, see our post: How to Choose a Wedding Photographer to Match Your Wedding Vision. Cheers!

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