Things need to know before choose beach wedding dresses

1. Think about the length of your dress carefully. You will sink somewhat in the sand, so if you go for a full-length dress, have it hemmed just above your ankles, which is probably a little shorter than you would if you were saying “I do” indoors. Since beach weddings are generally more casual, consider a shorter cocktail or tea length dress, too, and then you won't worry at all about sand on your dress.

2. Beach wedding dresses with a silhouette shape generally look and feel better than poufy, multi-layered dresses. The last thing you want is for a gust of wind to catch your hemline and expose your derrière. By keeping the lines of the dress close to your body, you will feel more confident and comfortable, too.

3. Avoid heavy beading or multiple layers of heavy fabric. Beaches are generally warmer than indoors, and you want to be a radiant, beaming bride, not a sweaty, melting one! The fabric can still come alive with embroidery, sequins and/or crystals, and they won't weigh the dress down as much as beading.

4. Look for lightweight fabrics such as silk, organza, crepe, linen, and chiffon. Some polyester/lycra blends work well, too.

5. Most beach wedding dresses tend to show a bit more skin than a traditional wedding dress, because you're at the beach, after all! Spaghetti straps, halter tops, or strapless are all very common styles, and many dresses come with a wrap to add to the elegance and to ward off any beach breeze.