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Best of 2016: Wedding Dresses

by Burgh Brides December 15, 2016

Let’s be honest…everyone’s favorite part of Burgh Brides is seeing all of the ah.maz.ing wedding dresses.  You can tell so much about a bride’s personality from what she chooses to wear on her wedding day.  Loose and boho?  She’s someone I’d want to hang out with on the weekends.  Ballroom and rhinestones?  A classic gal through and through.  Blush pink?  Gasp!  I love a bold bride.  Looking back at 2016, there were some stunning gowns featured on the blog but here are my absolute favorites!

Sarah
Off the shoulder, tiered lace, sleeves, a beaded belt…need I say more about this Rivini number?  Just when I thought it couldn’t get any more gorgeous, Sarah accessorized with diamond and emerald earrings.  Perfect for her classic winter wedding!

Photos by Leeann Marie, Wedding Photographers

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Best of Burgh Brides 2016: Wedding Dresses

Julie
Every bride deserves to look (and feel) like an absolute princess on her wedding day.  And if Julie doesn’t totally epitomize that, then I don’t know who will.  Her custom-made Lea-Ann Belter blush ball gown WITH POCKETS was made for twirling and she so played the part at her glamorous hotel wedding.

Photos by Ann Louise Photography

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Ashley
As this bride put it, “It’s ok if your dress comes from a department store and your accessories were on clearance.”  Ashley found her lace, hi-low hem dress at JCPenney and dressed it up with navy suede booties and a statement necklace.  Love was the focus of this intimate elopement but I still think Ashley looked like a million bucks.  Plus, clearance shoppers are my home girls.

Photos by All Heart Photo & Video

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Nina
One star of the show at this chic wedding was Nina’s dress.  The high neck and cap sleeves of the Allure Couture gown, plus the simple accessories and cathedral veil, made Nina a vision of grace and elegance.  Classic beauty right here.

Photos by Rachel Rowland Photography

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Tara
What made Tara’s wedding dress so special?  Oh, just the fact that it was the same dress worn by her mother and grandmother.  NBD.  Actually, it’s a HUGE deal and I’m absolutely in love with it.  A little modernization (plus a sign explaining the heirloom) made the tea length gown a highlighted feature at her fourth of July wedding.

Photos by Michael Will Photography

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Best of Burgh Brides 2016: Wedding Dresses

Best of Burgh Brides 2016: Wedding Dresses

Molly
Molly’s bohemian number was perfect for her charming, laid-back wedding day.  The sweetheart neckline, long layers, and lace trim made it bridal while still being comfy.  A floral crown of baby’s breath and simple pearl earrings were lovely finishing touches.

Photos by Rachel Rowland Photography

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Alyssa
I never thought two tea length gowns would make the list but then Alyssa and her woodsy wedding came along.  Her Justin Alexander dress featured Venetian lace, a ruched silk waist, and small beaded details.  If I could give an award for Most Demure Bride, Alyssa would definitely win.

Photos by hotmetalstudio

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Kara
Lace was the clear winner for brides this year, and Kara was on point with the trend.  Her dress was dainty while still being sophisticated and that back was absolutely stunning.  My favorite part?  The cuff bracelet accenting her right wrist, perfect for her navy and gold wedding.

Photos by Leeann Marie, Wedding Photographers

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Annie
You might not expect a pink wedding dress at a pumpkin inspired fall wedding, but that might make this one even better.  Annie chose a blush and merlot color scheme and incorporated subtle seasonal touches into her big day, but her pleated Sottero and Midgley number with an abundance of ruffles was hands-down my favorite detail.

Photos by Dawn Derbyshire Photography

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What wedding dress from the past year was your favorite?  Why did you love it so much?  Comment below!

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5 thoughts on “Best of 2016: Wedding Dresses”

  1. Brenda's Wedding Blog says:
    December 15, 2016 at 9:12 am

    I love this post – so many stunning wedding gowns. I certainly can’t pick a favorite, but I do love seeing how a dress from JCPenney can be absolutely beautiful on a bride 🙂

    Reply
  2. Jean Neuhart says:
    December 15, 2016 at 12:45 pm

    All of these gowns are so gorgeous. Love the “Sarah” gown – has a strapless appeal, but with sleeves (I’m a sucker for wedding gowns with sleeves).

    Reply
    1. Burgh Brides says:
      December 15, 2016 at 2:58 pm

      I’m so glad that sleeves came back in style!!!

      Reply
  3. Dani F says:
    December 15, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    At first I thought definitely the Sarah with the off the shoulder… and then I saw Alyssa with her woodsy wedding – so so so lovely. And yes – I come here for the gowns ?

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    1. Burgh Brides says:
      December 15, 2016 at 2:57 pm

      Alyssa and the tea length win!!!

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