We, Marie Claire, vow that nontraditional wedding styles are a fit for any modern bride, whether you're saying "I do" at the chapel or city hall. Here, from a white hat to something blue heels, everything to wear as you walk down the aisle.
Opposites really do attract. When paired together, black and white separates make for a contemporary-cool spin on formalwear.
Shop more surprising wedding weekend looks here.
For an ultra-elegant look, swap the classic veil for a regal chapeau.
Shop more interesting bridal headpieces here.
Group understated, delicate bands in mixed metals for an unconventional fiancée look. (Split between hands for even more edge.)
Shop more stunning sparklers here.
You may not always like your mother-in-law, but you’ll forever love the sheen of a novelty mother-of-pearl-inspired evening bag (plus other pearl detailing, like deluxe headwear).
Shop more accessories featuring the gem here.
Commit to matrimonial monochrome: In ivory, alabaster, and eggshell, tasteful top-handles, clutches, and crossbodies easily transition from your big day to every day.
Shop more purses to match your white wedding here.
Bucking tradition? Trade his-and-hers tickers when one-sided knee-dropping just isn’t your style.
Shop more timepieces to last forever here.
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Say yes to the…pants. Take a cue from the groom with a sophisticated, no-frills three-piece suit that says “bride” without being “bridal.”
Shop more suits you'll love as much as your fiancé here.
Walk down the aisle (or up the courthouse steps) in once-in-a-lifetime Alexander McQueen heels inspired by the magnolia flower. Bonus points for doubling as the bouquet you won’t want to toss.
Shop more unique blue items to work into your wedding wardrobe here.
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This story appears in the February 2020 issue of Marie Claire.
Megan DiTrolio is the editor of features and special projects at Marie Claire, where she oversees all career coverage and writes and edits stories on women’s issues, politics, cultural trends, and more. In addition to editing feature stories, she programs Marie Claire’s annual Power Trip conference and Marie Claire’s Getting Down To Business Instagram Live franchise.
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