In case you haven’t heard: It’s no longer just about the wedding dress. Brides are building out the wedding wardrobe in full—historically, this was known as the trousseau—to dress for their whole engagement journey, from the moment they say “Yes!” to the rehearsal to the wedding day and beyond.
At Grace + Ivory, we keep the whole journey in mind as we design—and our pieces serve not just as wedding dresses but as a full bridal capsule collection, including pieces for all your ancillary events.
The styling, of course, is what takes a bridal wardrobe to the next level. Here, we’re serving up suggestions for a few of our favorite wedding-event pieces.
My Wedding Wardrobe
Bridal Shower Wardrobe: Something Blue
Though she can be a white bridal shower dress, too, as well, our Hailee dress in bridal blue sets a serene tone for one of the earliest wedding events: the bridal shower. (Psst, she’s also one of our favorite plus size bridal shower dresses!) Pair Hailee with accessories in the same shade (since the dress is a mini, the color won’t be overwhelming) and add bow accents to your look and decor.
In need of other bridal shower outfit ideas? Check out Suni and Chloe.
✨ SHOP HAILEE ✨
Featured products:
Mark & Graham embroidered dinner napkins; Sachin & Babi Bubbly embellished handle bag; Badgley Mischka Paradise sandals; XO, Fetti Bride + Bows balloon; Minted dinnerware set; Brook & York Something Blue charm pin
Rehearsal Dinner Wardrobe: Go All Out
We may be biased, but we’re all for a full wedding gown for the rehearsal dinner. A white rehearsal dinner dress for bride sets you apart as the star of the show and, depending on your rehearsal dinner venue, a gown can fit in beautifully. When styled simply, Rani strikes a nice balance: It says “I’m the bride,” but has an effortless draped silhouette that can fit into a multitude of environments. Play up the pearls with earrings and a coordinating clutch.
✨ SHOP RANI ✨
Featured Products:
Minted fabric welcome sign; Aurate x Marilyn Monroe white sapphire pearl earrings; Sophie Lou Jacobsen Angel flutes; Cult Gaia Eos clutch; Staud Sloane heel in cream
Wedding Day Wardrobe: A 2 in One Wedding Dress
Transformable looks are key in creating a capsule wardrobe, and our Emmaline dress adds three (or more!) looks for one single day. Pair it with an overskirt and lace bolero for the most dramatic iteration (we recommend it for the ceremony and portraits); then remove the topper for the reception. Later, the overskirt comes off, revealing a strapless mini dress.
✨ SHOP EMMALINE ✨
Featured Products:
Aurate white sapphire pear drop earrings; Etsy blue floral clutch; Nadri Venus pearl cluster collar; Grace + Ivory hand-beaded blusher veil; Dolce Vita Kanika pearl heels; Emmaline (various versions)
Day After Wedding Brunch Outfit: Add Color
Post-wedding, you can be a little more playful with your white bridal brunch dress. Adorn yourself with flowers and introduce shades of green or blue against a (still white!) midi dress. Opt for platform shoes or kitten heels (depending on the venue and ground surface) that enhance the overall vibe of your after wedding brunch outfit.
✨ SHOP JANE ✨
Featured Products:
Anthropologie beaded pearl fringe clutch; Jennifer Behr Victoria tiara; Minted wax seals; Williams-Sonoma hydrangea figural platter; JW Pei Serena orchid heeled sandals
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