bridal gowns

White ceremony attire

Bridal gowns are the formal dresses worn by brides at their weddings.

The term is slightly more formal than wedding dresses, appearing often in bridal shop names and fashion industry contexts: She tried on a dozen bridal gowns before finding the one.

White or ivory dominates Western tradition, though customs vary across cultures.

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empire waist · embroidery · high-low · tea length · appliqué · chiffon · organza · sheath · mikado · lace · beading · brocade · train · satin · tulle · seamstress · alterations · dress fitting

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occasion/purpose

bridal gownseveryday wear

Ordinary daily clothing

work clothes · loungewear · sweatpants · pajamas · athleisure

formality/elaborateness

bridal gownsrags

Torn cloth pieces

tatters · plain clothes · undershirts

lifecycle/ceremonial role

bridal gownsmourning dress

Clothing for bereavement

widow's weeds · burial shrouds · burial shroud · black veil · hospital gown

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G