Adorable Mini White Dresses For Every Bridal Event: Showers to the Reception

We’re sure you’ve noticed: brides are wearing more than one white dress these days. From mid length bridal shower dresses to wedding reception mini dresses, there are plenty of occasions to shop for. Consider your budget and dress code for each bridal event and start looking early. Below are some of our absolute favorite little white dresses from minimalist slip dresses to dresses with dramatic bows.

Off the Shoulder Short White Dress for Brides: By Watters Gibson

By Watters Gibson Corseted Mini Dress

This dress has everything you love about a high class wedding dress but in a smaller package. It features off the shoulder tulle sleeves, beading all over the dress, and a corseted bodice to accentuate your shape.

Puff Sleeve White Short Reception Dress: By Watters Macaron

By Watters Macaron Puffy Sleeve Dress

We love the trend of changing into a fun mini dress for your wedding reception after wearing your full length gown for the ceremony. This adorable option has super fun puff sleeves, pearl embellishments, and a layered tulle skirt.

Midi Length Rehearsal Dinner Dress: By Watters Ambrosia

By Watters Ambrosia Bow Sleeve Dress

Your something blue could be the bow sleeves of this midi white dress. This might be the perfect rehearsal dinner or bridal shower look. It features a fitted silhouette and sweetheart neckline that are accentuated by a unique floral lace pattern.

Minimalist Wedding Reception Slip Dress: By Watters Wess

By Watters Wess Elegant Slinky Dress

A lot of brides are trying to get comfortable at their wedding reception without dressing down. A silky slip dress looks elegant and luxurious without all the layers and complications of a full wedding gown.

Sparkly White Short Bridal Shower Dress: Emma Little White Dress

Emma Little White Dress Short Bridal Dress

Sparkly tulle, a deep v-neckline, and a structured bodice are all features of a gorgeous wedding gown. This dress takes all those details and combines them with a comfortable and playful short skirt, perfect for a bridal shower, bachelorette, or rehearsal dinner.

Long Sleeve Rehearsal Dinner Dress: Gemma Little White Dress

Gemma Little White Dress Long Sleeve Short Dress

If you’re looking for a long sleeve option, this lace sleeve corset dress has everything and more. The puffed shoulders and flowy skirt add extra volume and movement to this beautiful rehearsal dinner dress.

Stunning Floral Appliqué Bridal Dress: By Watters Cosmos

By Watters Cosmos Short White Reception Dress

Garden party weddings are trending and so are floral appliqué dresses. This adorable mini dress is covered in little fabric flowers and leaves for depth and texture with a simple sweetheart neckline and fitted bodice.

Dramatic Bow Back Bridal Dress: By Watters Trifle

By Watters Trifle Reception Dress With Bow

Just because it’s a mini dress doesn’t mean it can’t have the drama of a wedding gown. This dress features a huge bow on the back followed by a train. We love the idea of a reception dress that’s easy to dance in but still high fashion.

Strapless Bridal Bachelorette Dress: Evelyn Little White Dress

Evelyn Little White Dress With Optional Sleeves

A simple tube dress with a sweetheart neckline will always be a great choice for any wedding event, especially your bachelorette. This style can be dressed down for a night out or dressed up with the option sleeves for an upscale dinner.

Bow Sleeve Wedding Reception Dress: By Watters Palmier

By Watters Palmier Tulle Bow Sleeve Mini Dress

All over glitter will make sure you shine in this playful mini dress. Consider adding the detachable bow straps to create an even more dreamy wedding reception look.

Bridal Events to Consider a Short White Wedding Gown

Full length wedding gowns have probably been dancing in your head as you plan your big day but there may be a few reasons to consider buying a shorter dress. For one, you may need more than one dress if you’re planning a few pre-wedding events. You may even want to use a shorter dress on your wedding day if you’re having a more casual wedding.

A few reasons to buy a little white dress:

• Bridal Shower
• Bachelorette Party
• Outdoor Elopement
• Courthouse Wedding
• Cocktail Wedding
• Rehearsal Dinner
• Wedding Reception Dress

Chic and Charming: Embrace the Short White Dress Trend

You’ll probably need a short white wedding dress, whether you’re wearing one at your actual wedding or you just want to look bridal for some pre-wedding occasions. Buying a quality dress from a bridal shop will help you make sure you look iconic in your photos and make it easier to find the right fit. Start your search as soon as possible so you have plenty of time to try on options!

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