Since the middle of the 20th century, most Western wedding dresses are usually white, though "wedding white" includes "Off-white" such as ivory, beige and cream. However, white is not the universal color of wedding dresses. In Mexico, for example, red is a popular color.

Are wedding dresses supposed to be white?

These days, wedding gowns are available in a variety of colors. Brides are no longer limited to just a shade of white. ... Therefore, more and more brides are stepping away from tradition and choosing a dress simply because they like the color. However, all colors have meaning.

Why are wedding dresses supposed to be white?

The color white represented purity, symbolizing both a woman's chastity and her transition to a married Roman matron. ... A royal wedding sparked the modern trend in white bridal wear. Queen Victoria chose to forgo the royal tradition of wearing coronation robes when she married Prince Albert on Feb. 10, 1840.