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If you’re considering a wedding with an ocean view, you’ll also have to consider beach wedding dresses. Destination weddings are becoming more popular. It’s not unusual for a couple to fly out to a tropical island paradise and recite their vows among the sand and surf with a stunning beach sunset as a backdrop.

About Beach Wedding Gowns

Beach weddings are considered more informal than their church counterparts. Full formal skirts and poufy headpieces aren’t required. Instead, a sleek, casual style is called for. That isn’t to say your day will be any less special or glamorous than that of a church wedding, it only means you’ll want to go with a different type of wedding dresses or wedding gowns.

An informal wedding dresses looks classy and elegant for your beach wedding, without being too over the top. It has many different styles, a halter or strapless top or sleeves for those who prefer to cover up a little more. All are slim but flowing with various lengths.

Wedding Accessories To Match Beach Wedding Dresses

Since beach wedding dresses are so casual, in most cases, a wedding veil is not required. If you do want to go this route, you’ll need one with a style to match the wedding dress. Something informal will do fine. You can also wear flowers or rhinestone studded barrettes or a hair band. Your hair style need not be elaborate, wear it long and flowing or pulled back in a stylish ponytail encircled by pearls or flowers.

Of course, if you’re wearing a simple beach wedding dress, you’ll want simple footwear as well. The last thing you want is sand in your $350 white satin pumps. Some beach brides go barefoot, while others don an elegant pair of flip flops or even some strappy sandals. Read LoveToKnow's resource on bridal flip flops for more on casual wedding footwear.

Weather

You’ll also want to take the weather into consideration. It might be a beautiful day, but for some reason, the ocean inspires wind. If you feel the wedding dress or veil will blow around, you’ll probably want to consider other options. If you’re wearing a hat, make sure it’s pinned securely. It may also be a little chilly depending on the time of day and the month of the year. A strapless number during sundown in late September may not ward off the chill.

Convenience

One of the selling points of beach wedding dresses is that they don’t take as long as a more formal wedding gown to order. This is good news for a couple who plan a short engagement. In many cases, they can be purchased “off the rack.” Alterations are usually minimal and in most cases, not even required