With the release of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy this week, we are deep into our nostalgic movie era. While we’re binge-watching on the couch in our old pajamas, we can’t help but be inspired by all the iconic romcom dresses from our faves, everything from Jumping the Broom to 10 Things I Hate About You. These unforgettable styles are sparking fresh ideas for the perfect prom, occasion, or bridal look.
Whether you’re on the hunt for a jaw-dropping prom dress, a chic outfit for your next special event, or the perfect wedding gown, we’ve curated a collection of stunning dresses to help you channel that major romcom magic.
Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004)
Of course we’re starting off our list with romcom royalty herself, Bridget Jones. The satiny golden dress she wears to the law council dinner in Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason is the perfect bridesmaid or wedding guest dress.
Jumping the Broom (2011)
A modern classic, Jumping the Broom is full of fabulous fashion moments, but we always get butterflies looking at Sabrina’s strapless ball gown wedding dress.
Clueless (1995)
Cher Horowitz is obviously a fashion icon—but her Alaia (it’s like, a totally important designer) moment inspired our prom dress perusing.
Bride Wars (2009)
No need to war over whose wedding gown was better (or mermaid vs. ball gown) in 2009’s Bride Wars, because we loved them both! Add these two iconic romcom dresses to your wedding vision board ASAP.
Love & Basketball (2000)
Gabrielle Union’s satiny silver V-neck in Love & Basketball had our jaws on the FLOOR—and while we don’t have an exact match, this stunner is a similar style for your next soirée.
How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days (2003)
No list of iconic romcom dresses is complete without THE dress—and you know which one we’re talking about. We love this pale-yellow number for your bridesmaids!
Hitch (2005)
Whether you’re a wedding guest or the blushing bride, Hitch has all the inspo you need in one legendary wedding scene. (We’re picturing an epic wedding entrance, too.)
She’s All That (1999)
Pretty much required viewing, Laney’s prom dress from She’s All That is burned into our brains, and this shimmering spaghetti strap is as timeless as ever.
Miss Congeniality (2000)
She’s beauty and she’s grace, she’s our favorite romcom dress! Dress your bridesmaids in this one-shoulder stunner for a pageant-worthy party (you know, minus the dangerous criminal sub-plot).
The Best Man (1999)
If you love The Best Man as much as we do, chances are you’ve been dreaming of their wedding looks for the last, well, 26 years.
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
We’re still obsessed with Bianca’s two-piece prom moment, and the trend is coming back in a major way for 2025. And who could forget Kat’s sparkling blue spaghetti strap sheath? Not us, that’s for sure.
From prom night to wedding vows, romcoms have given us some of the most unforgettable fashion moments. Whether you’re channeling Cher’s Clueless confidence, Bridget Jones’ timeless elegance, or the effortless charm of Jumping the Broom, these iconic romcom dresses prove that movie magic never goes out of style.
In the meantime, we’ll be first in line for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy with the biggest bowl of popcorn they have.
