While some brides stand out in traditional white, some are choosing to blend in in adventurous camo dresses. Yep, you read it right, camouflage wedding dresses are here. Unusual? Yes. Different? Definitely. Beautiful? Hmmm, actually, they are. We’re not talking army fatigues here, there are some genuinely gorgeous camouflage wedding dresses available to buy, and camo wedding accessories to match.

So why choose a camo wedding theme?

Honoring a military connection would seem the most likely reason for choosing a camouflage wedding theme, but it is not the only one. Camo wedding gowns are growing in popularity and brides may be choosing them for a variety of reasons.

Those planning an outside wedding, perhaps in celebration of their own love of the outdoors, might consider a camo theme. Even if you have no special connections with the military, or an especially ‘outdoorsy’ lifestyle you could still consider a camo dress.

It’s all about being striking and individual and there is no denying that natural earthy colours can be very beautiful. Picture rich chocolate browns, deep forest greens and light tans mixed together into unique and wonderful patterns. The good thing about camouflage dresses is that these natural earthy colours will suit any complexion and can be chosen in many different styles.

Of course, the natural earthy theme commonly associated with camouflage is not the only way to go with this. Bark brown and mossy oak camo wedding dresses are all very wll but to really stand out pink camo wedding dresses are also available.

Where to buy camo wedding dresses

Camoflage wedding dresses can be found in some bridal collections, though it would be best to start searching well in advance as you may find that you want some customization of such an unusual dress, to suit your own preferences.

Shopping around online will turn up some camouflage wedding dresses and can be a good way to get some idea of what you will want, before you start visiting stores. Who knows, you might even find your perfect dress, ready to order.

What goes with a camo wedding dress?

Once the bride has selected her dress than camo wedding apparel has to be considered for the other participants in the day – the groom and bridesmaid being the first of these.

Bridesmaids can wear earthy colors; sage green, dark brown, light tan, perhaps even a deep red, depending on the dress. The groom, too, can choose from a variety of dark, natural colors with, perhaps, camo accessories. The flowers are easy; almost any bloom will complement natural browns and greens.

For those who wish to stay in white, perhaps with some camo detailing on the dress, there are many other camo wedding ideas and accessories available. Everything from wine glasses to camo wedding rings (just remember – the ring is forever!), camo cakes to camo wedding favors can be found online.

The smaller details of camo weddings; table decorations, invitations and other details; can even be home-made. Camo fabric should be fairly easy to find and can be used for napkins and decorative ribbons to wrap around flowers, glasses and invitation cards. Centrepieces can be made from natural flowers or even twigs. The good news is that these should be cheap and easy to acquire, so get creative and see what works.