18 A-Line Wedding Dresses We Love (2024)

An A-line wedding dress is one of the most comfortable silhouettes a bride can choose for her wedding day. Whether you’ve dreamed of a dress that perfectly nips in at the waist and flows out into a voluminous skirt or you’re looking for a gown that highlights your upper body and flows loosely over your lower half, an A-line wedding dress is a perfect choice. Even better, it’s such a classic shape that you can embrace special details and embellishments that will highlight your personal style.

Whether your taste skews minimal and sleek, whimsical and romantic, or traditional with a twist, there’s no doubt an A-line wedding dress is for you. A-line wedding dresses come in just about every neckline and sleeve length you can imagine, from plunging V-necks to long lacy sleeves and strapless sweetheart shapes. There are even voluminous off-the-shoulder sleeve styles and minimal square necks for fashion-forward brides craving something trendy.Best yet, this well-loved silhouette can be found within a wide range of price points and different types of bridal designers.

What to Look For in an A-line Wedding Dress

The best news? An A-line wedding gown is a tried-and-true, forever iconic bridal look. This universally flattering silhouette is sure to highlight your beauty and stand the test of time. No matter where or how you're celebrating your big day, stay true to your personal style. We're big believers that, it is in fact, your day. So, say "yes!" to the one that makes you feel the most like yourself and excited to walk down the aisle—even if it's the one you least expected. Here are a few elements to consider when shopping for the perfect A-line wedding dress.

Shape

The shape is paired beautifully with a V-neckline (like the Willowby by Watters Hearst A-Line Tulle Wedding Gown), as it frames your face and draws the eye inward towards your accentuated waist. As with the Lela Rose Gramercy Wedding Dress, we also adore it matched with a strapless cut that shows off the décolleté. Most notably, details such as a beaded belt, ruched fabric, or any other type of differentiation further highlights the natural waist before the silhouette flares into a fuller skirt.

Style

When it comes to selecting the best A-line dress for you, we recommend starting with the formality of your nuptials. If you're holding a smaller gathering or planning an elopement on the beach, at a mountaintop, or even at a courthouse, keep it simple. Opt for slim A-line with a minimal sweep train or no train at all. As with the DB Studio Lace Illusion Back Chiffon Wedding Dress, a flowy skirt with lots of movement is not only comfortable, but it makes for effortlessly stunning photos.For a larger, more formal affair, consider something like the Badgley Mischka Carina Dress. And don't shy away from a cathedral-length train, three-dimensional details, or a statement sleeve.

Back Detailing

Have a look at the back of the dress with the A-line silhouette to see if it has any interesting details or features. This could include a low back, illusion panels, buttons, or a keyhole design, among other things. For example, for an elegant add on we love the beautiful bow detail on the back of the Amsale Samira Wedding Dress. It's simply gorgeous and graceful. Choose the dazzling Josie Sequin Cami Wedding Dress from ASOS if you are looking for a wedding dress that has a little bit of an open back but still provides support. The gown has a plunging neckline, straps, a low back, and embellished details, all of which are royally appropriate. Remember that this is your chance to make a statement that will last a lifetime, no matter what kind of back detail you choose for your A-line wedding dress.

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Contributing writer Laura Lajiness Kaupke is a professional writer and editor covering all things bridal fashion. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at the University of Arizona, she held the position of senior fashion editor at The Zoe Report and POPSUGAR. Her work has appeared on sites such as ELLE, InStyle, Glamour, Refinery29, Well+Good, and Barneys New York in addition to Brides.

Ashley Jimenezis a beauty and style editor with over six years of experience in multicultural editorial. Before joining Dotdash Meredith, she was a global editorial manager atNYX Professional Makeup, beauty director atHOLA USA, and beauty editor atLatina Magazine. Her work has appeared inPopSugar,Allure, andRefinery29.