bridal gown

Ceremony white attire

A bridal gown is a dress worn by a bride at her wedding, typically formal, floor-length, and white or ivory in Western tradition.

The term is interchangeable with wedding dress, though bridal gown sounds slightly more formal: She tried on a dozen bridal gowns before finding the one.

fabric

lace

Open-weave ornamental fabric

  • tulleFine net fabric
  • satinGlossy-surfaced woven cloth
  • chiffonDelicate transparent textile

organza · silk · taffeta · mikado · crepe · charmeuse · duchess · jacquard · brocade · illusion

tradition

white

Absence of pigment

dowry · heirloom · vintage · antique · handmade · bespoke · ceremonial · blessing · purity · modesty

garment

train

Rail vehicle or instruct

  • bodiceFitted upper garment
  • bustleEnergetic noisy activity
  • corsetBoned waist-shaping undergarment

hemline · sleeves · neckline · zipper · buttons · lining · petticoat · crinoline · alterations · fitting

romantic

dreamy

Vague and pleasantly distracted

ethereal · bohemian · vintage · garden · rustic · woodland · floral · blush · champagne · rose

designer

couture

Custom high-fashion design

custom · bespoke · appointment · consultant · sample · order · budget · splurge · investment

Categories
Opposites
ceremonial role

bridal gownbridesmaid dress

Gown for wedding attendants

flower girl dress · groomswear

formality/occasion

bridal gowncasual wear

Informal, comfortable clothing

loungewear · sweatpants · work clothes · streetwear · pajamas

life stage symbolism

bridal gownmourning dress

Clothing for bereavement

widow's weeds · burial shroud · black dress

Family

bride, gown, bridal, brides, bridegroom, bridesmaid, bridesmaids, bridegrooms, bridesman

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G