18 Vintage Inspired Wedding Dresses with a Modern Twist
Craving a bygone era of a fashion from days past for your nuptials? Jenny Yoo designs are inspired by the past, present, and future. The biggest trends of the past decades can be reimagined in a modern way to present a collection of gowns that are contemporary with a vintage feel. No matter the era you're invoking, we're pulled together a curation of bridal gowns that read NOW but pay homage to the 90s minimalism, 80s excess, 70s freedom, old Hollywood and more.
90s
The Emery gown is a 90’s supermodel dream. Cut in our flattering Italian crepe fabric, the delicate spaghetti straps and and square, angled neckline are reminiscent of the cool, ultra minimalist sleek and chic style. Influenced by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's iconic wedding dress, late 90s brides were all about clean lines and curve-skimming dresses. View the Emery bridal gown online with and without a slit.
The Caleb bridal gown is stunning in her simplicity. 90s inspired spaghetti straps highlight your shoulders while a modernized scoop neckline flatters your décolletage. The sleek fit and flare silhouette accentuates your figure while thoughtful back details add just the right amount of romance with delicately embroidered florals. The Caleb wedding dress is ready-to-ship to shop online now.
The Jamie satin bridal gown features the clean apron neckline that 90s girls remember so well. The delicate spaghetti straps lead the way to a sultry open back. A slinky bias cut skirt highlights your curves in this slip dress revival. Shop the Jamie wedding dress online.
The Brynn A-line taffeta ball gown is a modern update to this 90s classic. The bodice is fully boned for a beautifully sculpted fit, and the chic minimalist strapless straight-across neckline allows you to accessorize with your favorite pair of bridal gloves, that can conveniently be placed in your pocket. View more of the Brynn wedding dress.
80s
The Genevieve gown evokes a feeling of romance from days past, specifically the days where bigger was better and Princess Diana inspired voluminously sleeved wedding gowns flooded 1980s dress shops. Anchored by a fully boned, semi sheer bodice, diaphanous layers of silk organza float effortlessly off of your shoulders and into a full A line skirt. See more of the Genevieve dress.
The Gracelyn gown, cut in our lustrous new satin taffeta makes a striking statement. In the spirit of 80s excess, the back of the gown is adorned with a dramatic and oversized bow. The clean lines of the scoop neckline are elevated by thoughtful draping through the bodice. Shop the Gracelyn wedding dress.
70s
The Louise wedding dress is a contemporary take on the free-spirited, boho, and hippie era of the early 1970s. Cut in our airy and super comfortable Luxe Chiffon fabric, the sleek straight neckline is balanced by voluminous long peasant style sleeves. Elastic shoulders and cuffs lend the sleeves comfort and versatility to be worn on or off the shoulder. The Louise gown is available to shop online and ships now.
The Florence gown incorporates vintage elements for a modern feeling. Full and flowing long sleeves are banded for a peasant feeling. The flowing A line skirt flatters your curves, and the bohemian open back is framed beautifully by our 70s inspired Florentina lace. The Florence wedding dress is in stock and ships now!
Moving right along to the late 1970s, the Zara one shoulder sequin bridal dress is a modern disco dream. With her clean one shoulder neckline and slinky bias cut skirt this style is incredibly flattering. The perfect reception or rehearsal dinner little white dress. And did we mention the sparkle? Shop Zara online.
Let out your inner dancing queen and slip into our new bridal jumpsuit, Annika. Super comfortable in our soft Luxe Satin, it's wide legs and fitted neckline are perfect for your elopement, rehearsal dinner, or reception. Wear Annika on your wedding day.
60s
The Hart long sleeve lace wedding dress is ideal for your understated or getaway elopement. A chic high 60s style mock neck and sheer long sleeves make a retro statement, while the bodice lining is cut in a scoop shape to reveal just the right amount of skin. Think Sharon Tate or a mod Priscilla Presley. The Hart short wedding dress is ready to ship.
50s
The Samantha crepe fit and flare wedding dress features the chic 1950s sweetheart neckline that is so timeless it gets revitalized every decade. She offers sleek support and shows off just the right amount of décolletage. Princess seams sculpt the gown for an incredibly flattering fit and modern approach to timeless neckline. View more of the Samantha bridal gown.
40s
The Briar gown, cut in our lustrous silk 4 ply crepe is a statement gown dripping with 1940s old Hollywood glamour. The softly draped empire bodice flatters your décolletage, and highlights your shoulders. Long slim sleeves drape off of your shoulders to give a feeling of undone elegance. See more of the Briar wedding dress.
The Alexandra gown takes a modern approach to the vintage 40s trend of pearl accents. The fit and flare silhouette, cut in our soft stretch crepe fabric flatters your every curve. The empire bodice, sculpted with thoughtful seaming detail is flanked by delicate, sheer long sleeves dotted with lustrous pearls of varying size. View more of the glamorous Alexandra wedding dress.
The Pearl gown is glamorous, elegant, and inspired by the shine and embellishments of the 1940s. Our drapey luxe satin is cut in a flattering pointed modern halter shape, with a dramatic cutaway slit. A gold chain dotted with lustrous pearls makes an unexpected, yet vintage strap detail that crosses at the open back. View the Pearl wedding dress.
30s
The Cyrus gown, cut in our sumptuous silk satin fabric features a beautifully draped asymmetrical neckline with an off the shoulder sleeve. A slinky bias cut skirt skims your curves, and the beautifully draped back cascades into an elegant streamer for added drama. View more of the modern, vintage inspired Cyrus wedding dress.
The Dasha bridal gown features a softly draped cowl neckline, pleated tapered straps, and a body skimming bias cut skirt. With beaded floral appliqué adorning the back and cut in our Luxe Satin, this elevated slip dress combines vintage elements of beading and the popular silk and satin fabrics of the 1930s. The Dasha wedding dress is in stock and ships now.
The Valerie satin wedding dress incorporates just a hint of a vintage feel for a truly timeless gown. The V neck and tapered straps lead way to a nipped waist. The slinky bias cut skirt slinks over your every curve, and a back flounce seam finishes to a dramatic train. A variation of the retro slip dress for those wanting a bit more structure in the cummerbund waist. View more of the Valerie bridal gown.
20s
In a nod to the fringed flapper style of the 1920s, the Tula little white dress is here for the party. With endless movement and made for dancing, wear the Tula dress for your reception, after-party, or literally any party. Combined with vintage elements, the dress is structured enough to silhouette your waist. Wear Tula on your wedding day.