Nailing A Wedding Look That Actually Looks and Feels Like You
Weddings come in all shapes and forms - from traditional church or country weddings, to elopements and casual day parties. For some odd reason, next year is chock full of wedding events for us. We’ve got a beach wedding, a party in the mountains, and one super high fashion wedding on the books. And while we love a good party, the best weddings tend to be ones where the spouse-to-be’s stay true to to who they are.
Custom Dress
Wedding dress shopping can be super fun - it can also feel like you’re cramming yourself into a personality that’s not altogether you. So what happens when you have exhausted all options and not found the dress? This can be super disheartening, but there are always other options. Getting a custom dress made that matches all your wants and needs - and your actual personality - is a favorite approach. Plus, the cost can be relatively affordable, depending on material, dressmaker, and style. Take a look at dressmakers in your local area - just make sure that they have great reviews before contacting.
The Right Shoes
The best shoes will complement the dress, look beautiful, and also be comfortable. Sound impossible? Look for a lower heel if you’re going with heels, and check for padding on the sole plush arch support. We believe in keeping it simple when it comes to the shoes and opting for something you know you’l be able to walk and dance in all night long. Otherwise, it doesn’t matter how pretty the shoes are - hobbling is never a look we love.
Flats are undervalued when it comes to weddings - for long dresses to pencil skirts, the right pair of flats can be just as gorgeous - if not a little more modern than a sky-high pair of heels.
Jewelery
The right jewelry options will help add that sparkle and shine in wedding photos - but will keep regret at bay years down the line. Keep it simple and go with items you’ll wear endlessly to make sure your wedding photos are timeless and elegant. This obviously starts with the engagement ring. We love the idea of choosing our own engagement rings and making it feel both personal and timeless. From minimalist ethically sourced rings to vintage to claddagh diamond engagement rings, the engagement ring is often the best place to start when selecting complementary jewelry pieces for the big day.
Another idea we love is the idea of renting jewelry pieces. That way you don’t have to invest in high-cost statement pieces you likely won’t wear again, and makes the wedding look a little extra special.
Beauty
Just like the shoes, the jewels and the dress, wedding day beauty is all about feeling your best as opposed to a one-time departure from your personality in lieu of what is ‘expected’ from a bride. The right bridal beauty routine should complement your actual features and not feel like a costume. If struggling with nailing a beauty routine, it’s worth considering hiring a professional stylist to help - and we definitely recommend makeup trials beforehand so that you feel confident in hiring the right person and getting a final look you love. We also love the idea of booking a beauty routine a couple of weeks before the wedding.
