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As the days get longer, the dresses get shorter! This summer, couples are moving away from tradition to embrace styles that feel fun, free-spirited, and personalized — and short wedding dresses and tea length gowns are taking center stage.

From Kourtney Kardashian’s sexy Dolce & Gabbana corset dress to Audrey Hepburn’s classic tea length gown, short wedding dresses have long been a favorite for It girls and unconventional brides alike.

Plus, they’re a no-brainer for summer outdoor weddings, where layers of tulle and floor-skimming hemlines will only get in the way of your first steps into married life. 

Whether you want to make an effortlessly cool statement, escape the summer heat, or rock a party-ready second look, then here are our top 7 FAVORITE short bridal dresses!

1. The Arlington Pearl Mini From Untamed Petals

When it comes to 2022, there couldn't possibly be another mini wedding dress that is quite as recognizable as this darling tulle mini dress from Untamed Petals. With tiny pearls throughout, this super fun + flirty mini is the PERFECT bridal party dress! The best part? The peek-a-boo bodice shows through the boned bodice for an ultra sexy vibe. Interested to purchase it? Click here to be directed to the Arlington Pearl Mini listing on the Untamed Petals website! 

2. The V Chapman Naomi Dress from BHLDN

Ok, so we realize that the above dress doesn't really count as a "mini" bridal dress, but it does count as a tea-length dress, which is similar (but radically different.) Here is the thing though: this dress is so incredibly pretty that we couldn't help but include it in this round up! I mean-- JUST LOOK AT IT. When it comes to class and elegance, I'm not sure it gets better than this. Plus, the chances that that Meghan Markle would approve are off the charts. The best part? It is available right now via BHLDN, which (as you most likely know) is a major national brand, meaning that you can actually get your hands on it within a reasonable amount of time versus ordering a devastatingly beautiful dress from a website that may or may not be located in China. Interested to see more? Click here to be directed to the V Chapman Naomi Dress on the BHLDN website! 

3. Gabrielle Puff Sleeve Mini Dress from For Love and Lemons

When it comes to unexpected and modern, look no farther than this show-stopping, ultra millenial inspired mini dress from For Love and Lemons! Not only does it have those darling organza puff sleeves that are so IN right now, but it also has tiny ivory satin bridal button detailing along the cuffs AND two adorable bows at mid-sleeve! The only thing we ask is that you pair this dress with some super chunky, extremely MODERN statement jewelry that will make all of your grandmothers upset. Interested to see more? Click here to be directed to the Gabrielle Puff Sleeve Mini Dress listing on the For Love and Lemons website!

4. The Rebecca Vallance Sylvie Mini Dress From BHLDN 

For the bride who can't get enough of feathers, consider this eye-catching mini dress from BHLDN! In fact, BHLDN has an entire collection of bridal mini dresses (appropriately called The Little White Dress collection) that is  FULL of mini wedding dress options! This little feathered number stands to be one of our personal favorites though! Interested to see more? Click here to see more of the Sylvie Mini Dress by BHLDN! 

5. The Faye Mini Dress From Love Shack Fancy

I don't know about you, but I am a huge fan of Love Shack Fancy!! <insert at least six heart-eye emojis here> Full confession: until I started doing research for the best bridal mini-dresses, I had NO IDEA that they even MADE wedding-appropriate dresses!!! Suffice to say, I am over-the-moon excited to show you this seventies-inspired, lace-laden mini dress from Love Shack Fancy! This retro white short wedding dress is the perfect look for your summer of love. With groovy floral lace and airy sleeves, it exudes peace, love, and flower power. Interested to make it yours? Click here to be directed to the Faye Mini Dress listing on the Love Shack Fancy website!

6. The Florence Mini Dress From Katie May

I don't know if Boss Lady Bridal Chic has ever been a thing, but it is now. Sleek, modern, and semi-professional-looking, this brand new number from Katie May says 2022 without ever saying 2022. The only downside? It is so new that it isn't even available quite yet. That is to say, it is available for pre-order at the moment, which is still fantastic news if you ask me. Interested to learn more? Click here to be directed to the Florence dress listing on the Katie May website!

7. The Gabrielle Dress By Retrofete Available Via BHLDN

Ok, so do you remember that Retrofete dress that Taylor Swift wore? With all of those gorgeous unicorn-like jewel-tones? Well, I guess Retrofete re-imagined that dress in ivory. Who knew. Not me. BUT I WAS PSYCHED TO SEE THIS ON THE BHLDN WEBSITE YESTERDAY!!! I mean-- are you kidding me? How chic is this sequined, belted dress??!! I actually used to own this dress in a different color, so I can tell you first-hand how gorgeous it truly is. The only downside is that this baby is heavy, so maybe ...just maybe...don't plan on wearing it for more than five hours. Just a thought. Click here to access the Gabrielle Dress listing on the BHLDN website and make this beauty yours like yesterday.