36 Memorable Period Drama Wedding Dresses

Period drama costumes are a feast for the eyes. Period Drama Wedding dresses are particularly awe-inspiring. They are a reflection of the trends and elegance of the time period they were created. Many a modern bride has modeled her gown after a movie or television show. Because there are so many stunning wedding gowns,

From Marie Antoinette’s elaborate gown to Demelza’s simple garb, wedding dress style varied during this time. Gowns from the Renaissance and medieval period were also amazing. The wedding gowns on this list are a mix of time periods and styles from great period dramas.

I’ve organized the list into two sections:

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12 Period Drama Wedding Dresses (18th Century and Earlier)

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#1: Jane Seymour in The Scarlet Pimpernel

#2: Adelaide Kane in Reign 

#3: Kirsten Dunst in Marie Antoinette

#4: Natalie Dormer in The Tudors

#5: Keira Knightley in The Duchess

#6: Caitriona Balfe in Outlander

#7: Eleanor Tomlinson in Poldark (2015)

#8: Tiffany Dupont in One Night with the King

#9: Sophia Myles in Tristan & Isolde

#10: Amelia Warner in Lorna Doone

#11 Gwyneth Paltrow in Shakespeare in Love

#12 Keira Knightley in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest

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12 Memorable Period Drama Wedding Dresses (19th Century)

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I think this may be the hardest chapter in the period drama wedding dress series, considering the numerous period dramas out there that take place in the 19th century! That’s not to mention the numerous lovely wedding gowns in these period pieces.

The Regency Era is an especial delight and was hard to narrow down. (In fact, I had always dreamed of getting married in a Regency era gown when I was younger. I didn’t, but the temptation was always there.) 19th-century period dramas are full of amazing wedding gowns; they are elegantly simple, or they are masterpieces in design.

Not only do you fall in love with the plots of these period dramas, but you will fall in love with the wedding gowns created by the incredible costume designers as well. So enjoy taking a look at some of the best wedding dresses period drama has to offer. The list is in no particular order.

#1 Emily Blunt in The Young Victoria

#2 Kate Winslet in Sense and Sensibility 

#3 Billie Piper in Mansfield Park

#4 Jennifer Ehle in Pride and Prejudice

#5 Mia Wasikowska in Jane Eyre

#6 Anne Hathaway in Nicholas Nickleby

#7 Jane Seymour in Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman

#8 Vivien Leigh in Gone with the Wind

#9 Claire Foy in Little Dorrit

#10 Amanda Seyfried in Les Miserables

#11 Gwyneth Paltrow in Emma

#12 Charlotte Gainsbourg in Jane Eyre (1996)

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12 Memorable 20th Century Period Drama Wedding Gowns

This time, I’m covering the early to mid-20th-century period drama wedding gowns. The pre-war era, the roaring 2o’s, and the golden age of Hollywood presented us with many beautiful gown designs. Period dramas set during this era had a certain romantic glow, reflected in their gowns. Furthermore, many of these gowns have a simplistic glamour that you won’t find in other eras. Indeed, whether simple or glamorous, they are all lovely and reflective of the style of the time period. The gowns in this list are truly a mix of elegance and romance.

#1 Michelle Dockery in Downton Abbey

#2 Megan Follows in Anne of Green Gables

#3 Ashleigh Cummings in Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries

#4 Julie Andrews in The Sound of Music

#5 Lily James in Downton Abbey

#6 Carey Mulligan in The Great Gatsby

#7 Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face

#8 Rachel McAdams in The Notebook

#9 Blake Lively in The Age of Adaline

#10 Cheryl Ladd in Grace Kelly

#11 Caitronia Balfe in Outlander (Wedding to Frank)

#12 Laura Carmichael in Downton Abbey

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BONUS: Ten Favorite Sci-Fi and Fantasy Wedding Gowns in Film and Television

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Fantasy and Science Fiction films fill us with imagination and beautiful worlds. Likewise, they have wonderful costumes that inspire our own dreams. One common costume seen in these genres is the wedding gown. There are ten Sci-Fi and Fantasy wedding gowns that have stuck with me through the years. Some of these gowns are more memorable than others, but each has its own unique beauty that draws the eye. The costume designers fulfilled their visions of fantasy and whimsy.

These Sci-Fi and Fantasy wedding gowns are stunning and have likely inspired several potential brides over the years. The styles on this list range from elaborate ballgowns to elegant simplicity. Please take a look at my personal ten favorite Sci-Fi and Fantasy wedding gowns.

#1 Buttercup in The Princess Bride

Photo:20th Century Fox

Although this ‘mawwiage’ was a sham, Buttercup’s love blue lace dress and jeweled crown almost make it worth the experience.

#2 Lily in Legend

Photo: Universal Pictures

Lily resisted the evil marriage proposal, but her stunning elegant gown with the jeweled down will always be memorable.

#3 Snow White in Mirror Mirror

Photo: Relativity Media

Snow White’s pretty blue dress and giant bow are whimsical and perfect for a fairy tale wedding.

#4 Padme Amidala in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones

Photo: Lucas Films/ 20th Century Fox

Padme’s white lace and gem accented wedding gown make a statement of her queenly bearing.

#5 Margaery Tyrell in Game of Thrones (Purple Wedding)

Photo: HBO

Margaery’s long flowing train and flower embroidered dress is just one the reasons her wedding was memorable.

#6 Cinderella in Cinderella (2015)

Photo:Disney

Cinderella’s gauze veil and flowering trimmed gown reflect the romantic charm of the film.

#7 Liz Parker on Roswell

Photo: The WB

Liz’s simple white gown with flowers in her hair was a down to earth choice on a show about aliens.

#8 Annie Cresta in Mockingjay Part II

Photo: Lionsgate Films

Annie’s old-fashioned veil and dress bring hope and love to District 13 as she marries Finnick.

#9 Snow White in Once Upon a Time

Photo: ABC/Disney

Snow’s feathery white wedding dress is bold and beautiful like she is as she marries her true love.

#10 Giselle in Enchanted

Photo: Disney

Giselle didn’t make it to her wedding with the prince, but her ballgown wedding gown is still beautiful.

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I hope you enjoyed this list! What are your favorite period drama wedding dresses?

Editorial Note: This article is from our contributor archives and has been lightly edited and updated by us. Since 2021, The Silver Petticoat Review has been exclusively written by Amber & Autumn Topping. See About Us.

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