32 Best Courthouse Wedding Dresses & Sets for a Civil Ceremony

The sleek lines and short hem of this embellished pick makes it a dream party dress for the mod bride.

A.L.C. elevates the classic blazer dress with a contemporary twist, by way of an asymmetrical hem and crisp pleats.

Khaite’s sculptural design is a great short wedding dress if you’re on the hunt for something without a lot of embellishment that still looks unique.

Tom Ford’s clingy halter cocktail dress is ideal for a nighttime city soirée.

Oscar de la Renta leaned into inspiration from the Roaring Twenties when designing this mini dress, which features a fun fringe hem.

Go with a lace-trimmed short sleeve white dress for an ultra-feminine look.

If romantic draping and a sultry semi-sheer fabric sounds like your style, you’ll love this Toteme pick.

Made from smooth satin-mikado, this double breasted blazer dress is sharp and luxurious.

Danielle Frankel is known for designing heirloom-worthy gowns for her brides and the Lucy dress is one to hold onto forever. It features corded lace that give it a 3D “flutter” effect while in motion.

Brandon Maxwell’s fluid draped maxi dress is ideal if you’re after something with long sleeves for a winter fête.

It’ll be pretty hard to not feel instantly festive in this sequin midi dress, courtesy of Australian brand Alex Perry.

The beauty of this simple short-sleeve option is that it’s basically a blank canvas: Dress it up or down a million different ways.

Complete with appliqué tulle and a massive bow on the back, this mini is proof that you can still go big for a court wedding.

For a daytime affair, a tea-length gown is a timeless pick.

Simple and sweet, this a-line style is ideal for the minimalist bride.

Think of this as the mini version of a dramatic lace wedding dress.

Textured faille elevates this collarless jacket—pair it with fun jewelry to keep it from veering into corporate territory.

Opt for a long, flowy skirt set for an unexpected twist on the wedding suit.

There’s something so sophisticated about a drapey silk short sleeve top in lieu of something more structured.

Style it out with matching pleated trousers, of course.

Veronica Beard’s Art Deco-inspired vest weaves metallic gold thread into a scalloped pattern to make this set feel a little more special.

If your courthouse ceremony takes place in the summer, you won’t regret going the short suit route.

If you’re getting married during the spring or summer, a tailored vest and trouser set is no fuss and frills, and one you can easily wear all season long.

Attersee is known for designing easy wardrobe essentials you’ll want to wear everyday. Wear this for the wedding, honeymoon, and beyond.

Textured satin brings an elegant touch to this otherwise simple cutaway vest.

Traveling for your civil wedding? The crinkled texture of the matching trousers is designed to be worn straight out of a suitcase.

Skip the jacket and opt for a cream-colored shell for a set that’s a little more laid-back.

Psst: These trousers have a covered elastic waistband so you’ll be extra comfortable on your big day.

For a summer wedding outfit, pick something in non-stretch linen to get both structure and breathability.

These straight-leg trousers are minimalist-friendly, too.

An updated ’50s silhouette gives this jacket a unique spin.

The cropped hem on these silk pants gives them the perfect length to pair with strappy heels.