Brides are often obsessed with the idea of a "timeless" wedding, but each era tends to have a distinct look, which ultimately makes wedding photos even more fun to look back on. Here are some stunning vintage photos that show 100 years' worth of wedding gowns, from the 1870s to the 1970s... The 1800s saw a transition from women marrying in the best dresses they already owned to having dedicated gowns (at least, for rich brides). This was especially true after Queen Victoria wore a white gown for her wedding and forever changed bridal fashion. High necks, floral adornments, frills, and structured silhouettes were popular in this time. 1. 1878: 2. 1885: 3. 1890: 4. 1895: 5. 1895: The early 1900s saw a more "modern," unstructured approach to clothing, including bridal fashion . The first decades of the century saw more relaxed and delicate looks, often with long, lace-trimmed veils. 6. 1900: 7. 1905: 8. 1910: 9. 1914: 10. 1915: 11. 1916: 12. 1917: 13. 1917: 14.…