Every bride wants to look perfect on her big day. So, it’s no surprise that they are ready to try the latest trends to make their bridal dress stand out.

While these fashion trends come and go, some designs never go out of style; they are truly timeless. These classic pieces promise you enduring elegance and beauty that will stand the test of time. You will look just as immaculate in your wedding portrait 50 years from now as you will on your wedding day.

But don’t take our word for it. Scroll down to view the 15 most classic bridal dresses- both real and fictional, that you have ever laid your eyes on.

Best Classic Bridal Dresses of All Time

1.  Royal Ball Gown

No list of classic bridal dresses can be complete without Grace Kelly’s timeless lace and satin gown.

With long lace sleeves, a high neckline, and a full skirt, this gorgeous wedding dress has inspired many generations of brides. The fitted bodice with seed pearls and lace details defines the waist, while the skirt flares all the way down to the floor.

2. Classic Meets Modern

Kate Middleton’s royal wedding dress was an instant hit among the crowd and fashion experts alike. This iconic gown strikes the perfect balance between modern design and traditional bridal wear.

Miss Kate borrowed heavily from Grace Kelly to come up with her own regal wedding gown. It featured long fitted lace sleeves with a V-neck line and a full skirt with a long train.

3. Flawless First Lady

For a feminine and romantic bridal look, Jacqueline Bouvier married President John F while wearing Kennedy- a tissue ball gown.

The dress had a lovely off-the-shoulder neckline to draw attention to the collarbones. The skirt was packed with pleats and the gown included various small details that held sentimental value for the bride.

4. Medieval Yet Classic

On her marriage with Captain Mark Phillips, Princess Anne donned a sleek Tudor-style wedding dress. The simple but timeless gown had a plain high collar and an embroidered train. But the highlight of the dress were those unmissable long medieval sleeves.

5. Timeless Illusion

Model Kate Moss has never disappointed us on the fashion runway. And she certainly didn’t fail to wow us with her one-of-a-kind wedding dress. The vintage wedding gown featured style elements from the 1920s.

She wore a slip dress with a sheer overlay and an illusion neckline. The skirt was covered in fine embroidery with sequins and rhinestones splattered over the fabric. Kate accompanied her dress with a 20s-style wedding cap veil.

6. Old Hollywood Charm

This off-the-shoulder mermaid gown is as iconic as the film it was featured in. The character Schatze Page, played by actress Lauren Bacall wore this classic piece for a scene in the movie, How to Marry a Millionaire.

The subtle twinkle of the sequins coupled with the embroidered lace added the perfect charm to make this dress a hit, even to this day.

7.  The Modest Bride

Julie Andres in her movie The Sound of Music wore a classic satin A-line dress, the likes of which brides wear to this day. The gorgeous ivory gown included a buttoned-up bodice with long sleeves. The high neckline had a modest V-neck plunge to complete the timeless look.

8.  The Iconic Tea-Length Dress

Audrey Hepburn has always been known for her classic and elegant dressing sense. And her choice of wedding gown was no exception. The actress wore a beautiful white tea-cup dress that ended a few inches above her ankles.

The vintage-inspired design also came with puff sleeves and elbow-length gloves. Instead of a veil, Audrey opted for a floral crown to go with her bridal dress.

9. Fit For A Princess

When Princess Eugenie got married, onlookers couldn’t help but admire her absolutely stunning wedding gown. The A-line design with a fitted bodice truly embodied the look of royalty. The Princess paired the dress with a neckline that folded over her shoulders in the front and tapered into a plunging V at the back.

10. Classic Long Sleeves

Elizabeth Taylor wedded her first husband Conrad Hilton in a designer dress that is now forever ingrained in Hollywood history. This timeless satin gown came with long sleeves, a cinched-in waist, and a romantic illusion neckline. At the bottom, the dress had a full skirt and it was also encrusted with white pearls for added beauty.

11.  Unique Like Marilyn

Just like her persona, Marilyn Monroe wore an iconic wedding dress to her third and final wedding celebration. The sexy beige sheath dress had a figure-hugging silhouette that drapes the actress’s famous curves. To complete the look, Marilyn paired her classic dress with a set of white gloves and a short veil.

12.  Chic in A-Line

Miranda Kerr looked like a picture-perfect bride on her big day. The Australian model wore a chic A-line dress while tying the knot with Evan Spiegel, the creator of Snapchat. Miranda’s gown featured a crew neck and long full-length sleeves, while the skirt and train were covered in floral embellishments.

13. Styled With Simplicity

While the King of Rock & Roll was all about extravagance, his wife Priscilla Presley chose to take the simple route for her wedding dress. Instead of opting for intricate styles, the bride went with an organza gown with pearl embellishments. This dress has a timeless element to it because of its basic yet chic style, which brides can easily carry even today.

14. Backless Glamour

David and Victoria Beckham’s wedding was nothing short of a glamorous affair. To match the vibe, Victoria chose a champagne-coloured silk gown. The strapless dress had a corset bodice paired with a full skirt with a 20-foot long train.

Though the dramatic train isn’t for everyone, the style of this dress was certainly iconic and would even suit modern-day brides.

15. A Timeless Bateau Neckline

The Royal Wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was the talk of the town for many reasons. And Megan’s dress was surely one of them. The Duchess of Sussex adorned a silk-cady gown with a classic boat neckline. The plain yet breathtaking bridal dress also featured long fitted sleeves. For a little more drama, the bride matched the dress with a 16ft delicately embroidered veil.

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These are some top classic bridal dresses that make a statement even today. Which dress style did you like the most and are going to wear on your big day?