Simple, romantic, and vintage-inspired, the cottagecore style translates beautifully into bridal fashion. It is understated yet fairy tale-like, drawing inspiration from vintage silhouettes and prairie fashion such as delicate lace, florals, floor-length or tea-length gowns, puff sleeves, sweetheart necklines, bows, and bouffant skirts.
If you’re planning an intimate rustic or outdoor wedding, a cottagecore wedding dress would be a perfect fit. Gowns featuring florals, lace, or natural fabrics like linen and cotton would suit a wedding out in nature. Alternatively, if you’re opting for a luxurious venue, you could draw inspiration from the more fantastical side of cottagecore and choose a dress with tulle, long trains, and a ballgown-style skirt.
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Independent designers and curators often have the best understanding of this aesthetic. It’s in the spirit of cottagecore to shop from small businesses and vintage resellers, supporting a more circular, sustainable, and ethical way of purchasing wedding dresses.
Whether you prefer vintage or medieval influences, a prairie-inspired look, or something more simple and classic, this list contains many dresses to choose from! I’ve included options to suit a variety of budgets – from £117.72 ($149.00) to £1,865.75 ($2,361.48). I hope you’ll find some inspiration for your wedding gown here!
Officeseven: Enchanting gowns by sisters Uliana and Alina
Officeseven is a dress company owned and run by sisters Uliana and Alina. Their collection features a stunning range of made-to-order wedding dresses that can be tailored to your exact measurements including waist, bust, underbust, and height. You can choose from different lengths and modesty options, such as adding panels to corset-back dresses. Many of the dresses come with reversible colour options and two-piece sets that allow you to wear the corset top or skirt separately later.
Bethylade: Timeless wedding dresses with a fairy tale twist
Bethy is a UK-based designer who creates minimalist dresses with a traditional twist. Her dresses perfectly balance modern design and whimsical details, featuring delicate, airy organza fabrics that add an elegant, fairy-like feel. She offers a range of gown styles on her shop that would suit a variety of style preferences – from form-fitting off-the-shoulder dresses with statement florals to floaty A-line gowns.
ForgetMeNotGowns: Handpicked vintage treasures
ForgetMeNotGowns’ curator, Melody, has a fantastic eye for vintage gowns. Complete with lace, frills, and corset-style tops or empire waistlines, these retro dresses would be perfect for a cottagecore bride! Since each item is a one-of-a-kind find, her collection changes regularly, but if you love vintage styles, there’s a good chance you’ll find something you love. Buying second-hand is a fantastic way to keep your wedding as eco-friendly as possible and give new life to an old dress that deserves to be worn again.
PrancingHare: Simple, elegant gowns made with linen
PrancingHare focus on using natural materials in their dresses, creating an earthy, natural feel. Many of their dresses are made using locally-grown, Baltic linen. These dresses would be perfect for a woodland or rustic wedding, with an elegant yet minimal look. Your dress can be white or a custom colour, and you can request additional details like lengthening the train or adding sleeves.
Etnosoul: Floaty floral gowns inspired by traditional styles
Etnosoul produces beautiful embroidered dresses and blouses inspired by traditional Ukrainian dress. If you enjoy the floral patterns found within cottagecore style, these dresses are a wonderful option. They would also be a great choice if you’re looking for a colourful dress that still has white as the main colour. Many of the dresses from their collection are made using natural materials like European linen, giving them a rustic look that would fit beautifully into a rural wedding.
NaturallyBohemian: One-of-a-kind dresses crafted with vintage fabrics
Gemma from NaturallyBohemian creates enchantingly beautiful dresses with an ethical focus, using upcycled and vintage materials wherever possible. The silhouettes of her dresses are full of texture and fun little details, using all kinds of unique second-hand materials. Each dress is made to order according to your measurements, and many of them can be customized with sleeves and other details.
Floraandlane: Statement cottagecore wedding dresses
Floraandlane specialise in non-traditional, unique wedding dresses with statement details, perfect for brides who want to stand out. Their gowns have a cottagecore feel, with dramatic puff sleeves, airy tulle fabric, and eye-catching long trains. Many of their designs feature nature-inspired motifs such as flowers, leaves, or moons and stars. If you’re planning an evening wedding, their celestial gown would be an excellent choice.
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