Kellee Khalil: Offbeat & On-Trend: The Non-White Wedding Gown

We've all heard the "rules" concerning bridal fashion, the main one being that wedding gowns should be white, right? While we do love seeing a crisp, clean, classic white gown coming down the aisle, there is a new trend popping up in weddings, and we could not be more thrilled! Some brides are starting to take their cues from the red carpet, and judging from these colorful gowns, we're about to see a lot more variety in bridal couture. Who says you even have to wear a dress? Or something dainty and feminine? Make the aisle your runway and have fun with your wedding day look! Take a peek at the slideshow for our favorite gowns that are a bit offbeat...but completely on-trend.

• The Bride Wore (Red, Black And) White

  Stand out for all the right reasons in this show-stopper. <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=red+dress&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">See more stunning red gowns.</a> Zinnia Gown From <a target='_blank' href='http://r.lover.ly/redir.php/C8/fYUr2LL2_aHR0cDovL3d3dy5iaGxkbi5jb20vU0hPUC1TYWxlLw==' alt='BHLDN' target='_blank'>BHLDN</a> via <a href='http://lover.ly/image/166196' alt='Zinnia Gown' target='_blank'>Lover.ly</a>

• Fierce And Fancy Black Tulle

  Halloween or fall-themed wedding? Keep it classy in couture! <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=holiday&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Are you a holiday bride?</a> Zac Posen gown on <a href="http://munaluchibridal.com/zac-posens-iconic-ball-gown-look-at-spring-2013-runway-show/" target="_hplink">Munaluchi Bridal</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/251099?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

• Tops & Bottoms

  Can't decide on your look? Try pairing a feminine top with a more masculine pant. <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=separates&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">See more wedding separates</a> Zac Posen top on <a href="http://munaluchibridal.com/zac-posens-iconic-ball-gown-look-at-spring-2013-runway-show/" target="_hplink">Munaluchi Bride</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/251121?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

• Still A Classic

  Still a classic white silhouette, but with a flirty twist on the skirt. <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=floral+dress&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Floral gowns for Spring Weddings</a> Zac Posen gown on <a href="http://munaluchibridal.com/zac-posens-iconic-ball-gown-look-at-spring-2013-runway-show/" target="_hplink">Munaluchi Bride</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/251124?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

• Meet Me At The Cape

  Gwyneth Paltrow wore one on the red carpet, now it's time to see one come down the aisle! <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=bride+jacket&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">What will cover your shoulders down the aisle?</a> Elie Saab gown from <a href="http://brideandbreakfast.ph/2013/01/25/fashion-friday-elie-saab-spring-2013/" target="_hplink">Bride and Breakfast</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/385718?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

• Fresh Flowers

  A fresh-pick for spring: floral gowns! <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=farm&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Farm Fresh Weddings and Fashion</a> Photo by: <a href="http://www.larissacleveland.com/" target="_hplink">Larissa Cleveland</a> from <a href="http://www.bowtiesandbliss.com/2012/05/floral-print-wedding-fashion/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=floral-print-wedding-fashion" target="_hplink">Bowties and Bliss</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/131733?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

• Full Bloom

  Great for a garden soiree, and we love the tulle wrap. <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=flower+crown&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Wearing a flower crown? Get inspiration from real brides.</a> Oscar De La Renta </a> via <a href='http://lover.ly/image/349552' alt='Look 10' target='_blank'>Lover.ly</a>

• Glam & Go

  Go glam <em>and</em> vintage with a decadent bolero. <a href="http://lover.ly/explore?q=vintage+glam&utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Glamorous, vintage looks for the nostalgic bride</a> Mark Zunino gown on <a href="http://equallywed.com/style-watch/1316-decadent-gowns-for-the-glamorous-bride-.html" target="_hplink">Equally Wed</a> via <a href="http://lover.ly/image/128165?utm_source=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress&utm_medium=guest&utm_campaign=huffpo03-12-2013offbeatdress" target="_hplink">Lover.ly</a>

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