This season, couples are taking a cue from last year’s micro-wedding with smaller and simpler ceremonies—yes, even with the return of full-capacity venues. With weddings inherently non-traditional in 2021, many brides are also opting for more functional wedding attire, foregoing custom wedding dresses for pieces to be worn again and again. And that’s not to say they’re sacrificing any glamour. There is a plethora of ready-to-buy occasion wear and accessories on the market that feel just as special as a custom wedding dress. Whether you’re a glam bride, a romantic dresser, love tailored minimalism, or are an all-out rule breaker, here are the items to wear to your nuptials and forever after that.
The Glam Maximalist
Turn up the volume with enchanting feather detailing and dazzling crystal embellishments. Nothing says celebration quite like all-out ornamentation.
Rodarte satin-trimmed glittered tulle midi dress
Rosantica white Josephine feather mini bag
Malone Souliers Sonia 70MM
Christopher Kane feather-trim chainmail mini dress
$2,295$1,377
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Jessica McCormack signature crescent moon sapphire earrings
Christopher Kane crystal-embellished cashmere-blend sweater
$995$597
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Christopher Kane crystal-embellished brushed wool-twill trousers
$995$497
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The Nouveau Romantic
The 2021 take on romantic bridal dressing is both pretty and practical. Think dreamy organza, corsetry details, and charming bows adorning just about everything, including super walkable kitten heels.
Simone Rocha puff-sleeve shirt dress
Roger Vivier Vivier blossom 100 sandals
Erdem embellished floral silk headband
Selim Mouzannar Beirut 18-karat rose gold, aquamarine and diamond necklace
Etro ruffled floral maxi dress
Valentino Garavani Go Logo 40 leather slingback pumps
Erdem face mask toile de jouy poplin
Erdem Angelique crystal-embellished Chantilly-lace dress
Molly Goddard Griffith hand-smocked tulle dress
$2,100$1,050
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Sophie Buhai twisted satin and crepe headband
LoveShackFancy bridal Astor dress
The Tailored Minimalist
The last year has been about sartorially pairing down while looking ahead. Polished, tailored separates and clean-lined, barely-there accessories will become closet staples well after the nuptials are over.
Michael Lo Sordo belted double-breasted silk-satin shirt
Michael Lo Sordo silk-satin straight-leg pants
Stuart Weitzman Lalita open-toe sandals
Blazé Milano Savannah double-breasted linen-blend blazer
Blazé Milano Resolute high-rise wool straight-leg trousers
Galvan Bari metal-collar halter-neck satin camisole
Galvan Valletta flared satin midi skirt
Danielle Frankel Allegra corded lace-trimmed organza and tulle trench coat
Miu Miu women’s metallic slingback ballet flats
Manolo Blahnik Susa leather sandals
The Rule Breaker
Forget adhering to conventions; dressing for your wedding needn’t be stodgy. Opt for wild-card items like feather-trimmed pajamas and skirt separates in cheery floral patterns or darker hues that you’ll re-wear beyond the wedding day.
Brock Collection Talia floral-printed cotton-blend peplum jacket
Jacquemus Ble fringe-embellished linen midi skirt
Reformation palm floral-print linen top and skirt set
The Vampire’s Wife Lady Kristina ruffled floral-print silk-chiffon maxi dress
Markarian Mercutio sage floral brocade corset dress
