Simply serene. Your casual beach wedding dress should be the perfect compliment to your beach wedding atmosphere and location: sunning in Siesta Key, drifting in Daytona Beach, coasting in Clearwater, site-seeing in St. Augustine. However, just because you’ve got a laid back feel doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style. Check out some of the hottest trends in casual wedding dress options and find the perfect fit for your wedding day. At the very bottom of this post you will find some of our very own Florida Beach Weddings brides with their interesting dress choices.
Latest Styles in Casual Beach Wedding Dress
Practical Romance: This classic feminine lace paired with a breathable chiffon bottom is the perfect combination for a beachfront wedding. This mix of fabrics is perfect for the beach bride looking for a romantic gown with complete sun and sand functionality. It will move beautifully in the sea breeze too!
Boho Beach Bride: If dream catchers, flower headbands, and wavy beach hair are your love language this is the look for you. Thin straps or unique cuts are fun way to show off your feminine style. Bare feet, sun-kissed hair, and a simple earthy floral touch bring this whole look together perfectly to say, “I do”. Just be aware of floor length fabrics (avoid heavy lace bottoms and silk may drag through the sand).
The Tradition Continues: If a beach wedding is your dream but you hate to give up the idea of a traditional bridal look, fear not. You can still achieve the classic white wedding bride look with smart style choices. The main thing is to be aware of the heat and sand. Breathable fabrics like chiffon maintain the traditional look without leaving you sweaty and weighed down. You can also start with ball gown in mind but go for a short version like the one below.
Think Outside the Box: Lastly, we look at the bride who wants to bend the rules when it comes to bridal fashion. Two piece dress, asymmetrical cuts, or a flashback vintage look. Don’t be afraid to bring your unique look to tie the knot!
Our Own Florida Beach Weddings Brides
Many of our couples chose their wedding attire to match their beach wedding package theme and customized their colors. For example, Dorothy and Daniel, married at Indian Rocks Beach, chose these ocean fresh and tropical colors for their Nautical Knot wedding. Dorothy’s wedding dress was simple, strapless and breezy.
Emily and Eric in St. Augustine went fun and easy with a bit of color in the bride’s more casual wedding dress:
In Daytona Beach, this couple went with a sunny, elegant floral look. The bride had a simple, spaghetti strap, form-fitting gown. The groom matched the distinctive design decor.
Finally, this cool, spaghetti strap ivory dress was perfect on our bride Lillian and her groom Ryan as they posed among the sea oats at their Siesta Key Beach wedding.
Ready to tie the knot on a perfect Florida beach in the perfect wedding dress? Browse more of our wedding dress posts and contact our Florida Beach Weddings company today to reserve your ceremony date.
Boho” is short for “bohemian” which refers to a free-spirited lifestyle. The boho style began trending in the 2000s, with influences from the 60s and 70s, and we don’t see this trend going anywhere! The boho style is all about artistic self-expression. Dreamcatchers, flower headbands, and wavy beach hair are part of this look. Bare feet and a simple earthy floral touches bring this whole look together. Even if you don’t completely identify with this “hippie” inspired lifestyle, you can still express your unique tastes and incorporate the boho theme into your wedding. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for a fun, informal wedding or a more romantic one, the boho style will look amazing at an outdoor wedding by the ocean. This style is light, flowy, and free-spirited. The essence of boho is chic, effortless, and timeless…and a low beach wedding cost doesn’t hurt either!
How to Have a Boho Beach Wedding
THE DRESS:
To make your big day as stress free as possible, the key is making all your decisions ahead of time. Boho wedding dresses come in many forms. You can choose a design that incorporates subtle boho elements or opt for a statement dress with tons of bohemian flair. Bell sleeves, separates, flowing skirts are all fun boho dress elements. While we don’t recommend adding boho touches to a completely classic satin ballgown, there are tons of ways to take a simple classic gown and pair bohemian details with it, such as a flower crown or statement jewelry. Timeless lace and shorter skirts can work too.
The Wedding Decor: The most wonderful thing of having a boho each wedding is that your guests and family can join in the fun, bringing their own style into the mix. For the ceremony decor, consider a floral arch, natural driftwood, or natural greenery for your aisleway – we have photos featured below. For a beach reception under a seaside pavilion, centerpieces could include mismatched vases filled with big, bushy flowers, simple greenery with some succulents,
Rustic Romance Package
It’s easy to see how this popular new Rustic Romance design would appeal to a boho beach bride. With the oversized, wooden wedding arch and massive, muted flowers, it is easy on the eyes yet stunning at the same time. Romantic, simple and elegant. Your guests will love attending this beachfront wedding with upscale decorations. This amazing complete wedding package starts at $1325 depending on your beach wedding location. Click here to get more wedding inspiration and ideas with this design.
Floral Distinctive Design
Nothing says boho better than flowers and natural foliage. Throw in a beautiful bamboo canopy and it is time to walk down your greenery lined aisle toward your beloved by the sea. Your beach wedding planner will help you plan the perfect ceremony at the beach wedding venue of your choice: we set-up and officiate weddings on both the east coast and west coast beaches of Florida. We will come to your chosen beach so find out more about this Floral Distinctive Design today.
Drift Away Design
For a bohemian wedding theme, it makes sense to take the natural scenery of the beachfront and turn it into an unforgettable wedding. This package is all-inclusive and comes complete with wedding officiant, set-up crew, chilled water station, sand ceremony vase and so much more starting at $1750 depending on location. If you want a change from a bamboo canopy, then escape to beach elegance with our driftwood beach wedding packages: click here to find out more.
Invitations: Save the dates and invitations will set the mood for your wedding and get guests excited for what’s to come. Craft stationery or crisp, white cards with light, bohemian artistic elements are a perfect way to hint at your outdoor wedding theme. Place cards and signage for the wedding day can follow the same theme. If you’re feeling extra crafty, consider practicing your hand lettering and making the signs yourself!
Now it is time to smile, relax and enjoy the rest of your day! Our beach wedding photographer will make sure you have the memories of your boho ceremony with family and friends forever. Questions? Please contact us today.
