1960s Wedding Dress Styles Making a Comeback (and How to Get the Look)
The 1960s were all about experimentation—from music and art to fashion and design. Brides of the era played with hem lengths, silhouettes and fabrics, creating wedding looks that were equal parts classic and daring. Today, those 1960s wedding dress details are back in style—and for good reason. They’re timeless, feminine and effortlessly cool.
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Here’s your guide to the three defining styles of 60s wedding dresses—and how to bring them into your modern-day bridal look.
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Midi-Length 1960s Wedding Dresses
“Swing dresses” are fitted at the waist with a flared skirt, designed to move freely during dancing. They first gained popularity in the 1950s, and were still en vogue through the early 60s.
The midi length became the go-to: classic, modest, and endlessly chic. It was the perfect in-between: long enough to feel formal, but short enough to move and dance in..
Get the Look:
Grace + Ivory’s Jane Dress captures that old-school glamour with a modern twist. Made from an elegant brocade fabric, Jane’s strapless neckline highlights the shoulders, while gentle ruching across the body adds structure and sophistication. This dress hits at the classic midi length, a subtle reference to the 60s wedding style.
This is the dress if you want a bit of vintage flair.
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Knee-Length 1960s Wedding Dresses
The 1960s brought boldness … and that meant shorter hemlines! Wedding dresses were no exception. Hems were sometimes shortened to above the knee, creating a look that was playful and fashion-forward.
Even as far back as the 60s, style was all about contrast: extra leg could be balanced with modest details like long lace sleeves or a traditional veil, creating a balance between flirty and demure.
Get the Look:
The Chloe Party Dress nails that 60s “swing” silhouette, fitted at the waist, flaring out into a soft tulle skirt that hits around the knee. It’s fun, feminine, and perfect for the bride who wants a dress that moves with her. To add a touch of classic modesty, pair it with an elegant lace bolero, a nod to that 60s balance of sweet and sultry. Or, save this look for the afterparty, when modesty is less important, and dancing is top priority.
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Column or Sheath Skirt Wedding Dresses
Not all 60s brides went short. The long column skirt was another defining look of the decade: sleek, elegant, and impossibly sophisticated. Often paired with a high waistline or detailed bodice, this silhouette created a long, lean line that was timeless and refined.
Get the Look:
Grace + Ivory’s Rani Wedding Dress brings that 1960s elegance to life. The hand-beaded pearl clusters that drape across the bodice give it a regal feel, while the sheath column skirt falls cleanly to the floor. It’s classic, statuesque, and effortlessly modern.
It’s the kind of dress Audrey Hepburn might have worn if she were getting married today.
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Why We Love 60s-Inspired Bridal Style
The 60s bridal aesthetic is timeless with a wink of personality. Whether you love the movement of a swing skirt, the flirtiness of a knee-length dress, or the grace of a classic column, these looks remind us that classic doesn’t have to mean conventional!
At Grace + Ivory, every gown is made-to-measure and customizable, so you can make your 1960s-inspired wedding dress feel entirely your own.
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