Red’s a bold color, but some brides are willing to be bold. Even brides unwilling to take the red dress plunge and deviate from the traditional white or ivory gown are incorporating red sashes, shoes, shawls and more into their bridal look.

And we can’t mention red without injecting some fashion fantasy into the post, too…

The above Candy Anthony gown is made complete with heart-kissed Vivienne Westwood heels: Image by Assassynation via ***

A red bodice can do the trick: Image by Craig Williams Photography via ***

Look at the magic red crinoline, sash, shoes and bouquet can make: Image by Lauren Rutherford via ***

No shortage of red here: Image by Cynthia Marie Photography

A light red may not pack as much punch but is certainly as pretty: Image by Ben Christenson via ***

A red cape atop a white gown is an easy-to-remove addition that you may not wish to remove: Photo by Tab McClausland Photography via ***

A statement accessory, like this by Alexander McQueen, can add just the right amount of oomph for the daring bride: Photo by David Slijper via ***