The Carolyn Bessette Wedding Dress of the ’90s Is Back—Here Are 10 Versions Under $500

Wedding celebrations are getting more casual and intimate by the day. Unsurprisingly, fashion choices are reflecting this shift, and many of today’s chicest affianced are channeling Carolyn Bessette’s iconic ’90s bridal style—with silky, slinky slip dresses. We love these unfussy frocks because they’re dance-floor and dessert-buffet-ready—so we rounded up our favorite bargain versions on the market.

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COWL NECK

For the easy, breezy bride. 

Shona Joy ($280)

SHIFT

A little bit minimalist, a little bit boho.

Everlane ($88)

COLUMN

Add a chapel veil and call it a day.    

Reformation ($498)

 

MINI

Ready for the after-party.

Alice & Olivia ($295)

WRAP

All the Greek goddess vibes.   

Bec + Bridge ($500)

CUTOUT

Go ahead, show off that Pilates back.

Fame & Partners ($229)

TANK

Pirate boots, optional. 

Silk Laundry ($170)

HIGH NECK

Modesty meets “dang, girl.”

Stone Cold Fox ($450)

MIDI

Your fave nightie—but make it fashun.  

Topshop ($68)

LACE DETAIL

We call this one “lingerie chic.”

Ryan Roche ($458)  

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