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Non-Traditional Wedding Attire
Weddings date back to before the B.C. ages so it only makes sense there are traditions and “that’s the way things have always been” methods of choosing wedding attire. But with a never-ending flow of creativity and new materials at hand, today’s bride and groom may not want to stick to the same ‘ol white cap-sleeved gown and mile-long train.
There are thousands of weddings happening every year so it’s only understandable engaged couples may be feeling unoriginal and uninspired. One way to spruce up the innovative factor is a change of attire. Below are five unique and non-traditional ways the bride and groom can wow the aisle (and each other).
Grandma wore white, but it doesn’t mean you have to. Photo: Elizabeth Messina
1. The Non-whites.
You don’t have to wear all white or off-white. You can let your style, favorite colors and personality show on your dress. True, it is different and may surprise guests but it is a piece that should define you on one of the biggest days of your life.
Bejeweled gowns make a statement. Photo: JLMCoutoure
2. The Bling Bling.
Sometimes shiny things bring more charm to an otherwise plain dress. Glittery gems made to look like diamonds and crystals will help you light up the room even more. The shimmering accents are not as bold as going with a non-white dress, but it is still gutsy. You will be the twinkle in everyone’s eye.
If you dislike gowns, try pants. Photo: Miguel Benitez
3. The Non-Dress.
If you want to really stray from the norm, and you have just never been completely comfortable wearing an eye-catching dress, maybe you can look into a pants/dress getup. You may get away with the Rosa Clara pants with wings, pictured above. It is a cross between traditional and comfortable. If you are not thrilled with the idea of a dress at all, pantsuits are becoming more and more popular at weddings.
Deep colors will make guests “Oooo…” and “Ahhh…” all the way home. Photo: Zak Kelley of Paper Photographs
4. The Asymmetricals and Textiles
You can hark back to your Prom. Maybe that is where you met your prince charming. Maybe it was the most memorable day of your life and you never want to forget it. If you want to wear something your guests will not forget, try Wai-Ching. Using techniques such as satin roping and pleat layering with rich texturing and color, this designer is bold and gutsy but still keeps dresses looking sophisticated and pretty.
Show some dazzle and glamour on your big day. Photo: Johanna Johnson
5. The Accessories
You can really have lots of fun with this one. You can coordinate your accessories to match your theme. Thanks to films The Great Gatsby and Water for Elephants, Jazz Age and Carnival weddings have been hot this year. For a Gatsby themed affair, you should bedazzle yourself with intricate jewelry and headpieces, such as the one pictured above by Johanna Johnson. For a circus or carnival theme, go for brighter colored jewelry and pieces. Feathers would work for both themes.
Confidence radiates when you feel beautiful. Photo by Kristy Bassett
No matter what you wear on your wedding day, you want to feel comfortable and confident. Keep this in mind while you are shopping for attire, and you can’t go wrong!
Written by guest author Kathryn Yao