How can you wear a white dress without making yourself look like a bride?

For everyday wear? Pair it with very-casual shoes (non-white sandals), a ponytail (casual unrefined hair), or a cardigan/sweater.

just make it look more casual...you can even add a few pieces of casual jewelry in colors or black.

if its for a wedding, don't wear it. its very rude.

if its for another evening affair, go ahead and wear it as you wish. you won't look like a bride (as long as you stay away from crystal, diamond, and pearl jewelry!)

most brides these days don't wear white anyway. you won't look like a bride if you're wearing white and you're NOT at a wedding.