Why Black Wedding Dresses Are Having Their Moment
From the runway to the aisle, black bridal is no longer taboo. We explore why alternative brides are ditching white and owning the dark side.
For decades, the white wedding dress has been treated as gospel. But a growing wave of brides are choosing to walk down the aisle in black—and they're not doing it for shock value.
Breaking the tradition
Black wedding dresses have deep historical roots. Before Queen Victoria popularised white in 1840, brides simply wore their best dress—and black was often the colour of choice for its practicality and elegance.
Today, the return to black is less about rebellion and more about authenticity. Brides in the alternative community want their wedding to reflect who they actually are, not a Pinterest template.
The designers leading the charge
Labels like Vera Wang, Sarah Seven and independent gothic bridal designers have embraced black tulle, black lace and black satin in their collections. The demand is real and growing.
I spent my whole life in black. Why would my wedding day be any different?
Styling a black wedding dress
- Pair with dark jewel-toned florals—deep burgundy, plum, and forest green
- Silver or gunmetal jewellery over gold
- A black lace veil ties the look together
- Dark lip—burgundy or black—for full commitment
At Till Death, we believe your wedding should look like you. If that means black from veil to heel, we're here for it.