Think weddings and more often than not, we imagine a bride walking down the aisle in a flouncy white gown while the groom’s dapper in a suit. While dresses are often a bride’s attire of choice for their big day, there’s an increasing number of brides-to-be who feel more comfortable in a chic jumpsuit or a tailored blazer.
Bridal houses have picked up on this growing trend and are sending more models down the traditionally gown saturated runway in an array of alternative looks. If menswear-inspired big day ensembles are more your cup of tea, click on for all the inspiration you need.
No shirt, no problem, especially if you’re a bride who dares to bare.
A smattering of floral appliques and a soft petal-embellished veil contrast beautifully with the structured tailoring of this pantsuit by Justin Alexander Signature.
Photo: Justin Alexander Signature
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Costarellos put out a relaxed, graceful spin on the bridal jumpsuit with flowing layers, on-trend puff sleeves and eye-catching lace.
Photo: Costarellos
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This fun number features feathers on the neckline and sparkly embellishments throughout, making it feminine yet unrestricted.
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We can imagine this two-piece set with a playful, structured bow for any celebratory occasion – the rehearsal party, a casual reception, your after-party, and for a cocktail event after your big day.
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On its own, Leah Da Gloria’s jumpsuit with a plunging neckline is bold, modern and sexy. Add a sharp blazer with winged lapels and it takes power dressing to a whole new wedding-worthy level.
Photo: Leah Da Gloria Fall 2020
Ooze sexiness in this sheer lace number from Francesca Miranda. A detachable overskirt lets you have the best of both worlds – it turns up the romance for the aisle, then take it off when you’re ready to hit the after-party.
Photo: Francesca Miranda
A jacket, wrap dress and mermaid all in one – prettied up with floral appliques at the shoulders – this makes for an unconventional, androgynous wedding look that’ll get heads turning.
Photo: Justin Alexander Signature
A silk organza blouse with a diaphanous bow softens and add a feminine twist to an otherwise tailored look.
Says designer Kate Halfpenny, “My separates can be mixed and match however you like.”
Photo: Halfpenny London
This is one for the glamorous bride. With the added feathers on the hems of this shimmering outfit from Petra Lee Grebenau that’ll swish as you move on the dance floor, you won’t miss the layers of a heavy dress.
Photo: Petra Lee Grebenau
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This blazer-over-a-minimalist-gown combo gets an unexpectedly romantic and clever twist with a lace overlay.
Photo: Savannah Miller
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Sparkle and shine like a bride on your big day in this glittering jumpsuit that’ll catch and reflect rays of light as you move.
Photo: Petra Lee Grebenau
Borrowed from the boys: Match your groom in this vest and trouser set from Theia that looks like it came straight from a menswear runway.
The drapey satin and crystals give the casual outfit a more luxe and feminine touch.
Photo: Theia Couture