Alternative Wedding Outfit Ideas For When You Don't Want To Go With The Typical White Gown

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Might as well start with the biggest breaking-the-trend trend of all: wearing a color other than white. If you still like a lighter feel, go for a dress in a super pale shade or one with ombre details. If keeping that "bridal" vibe is important to you, then try sticking with a traditional silhouette — like this dramatic skirt moment — no matter what color you rock.

Pick A Color Other Than White

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It's rare to see a two-piece number that isn't a suit walk down the aisle — but clearly, it can work. A fuzzy sweater and dramatic skirt can make a serious bridal statement, especially for a winter wedding, without even treading too far from a traditional silhouette. Bonus points: Pair the ensemble with shoes in a bold color like blue.

Wear Two Pieces

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While getting married is a great excuse to drop more on an outfit than you usually would, spending thousands of dollars isn’t the only way to get a look you love. Many retailers have their own collections of trendy-yet-affordable bridal outfits — and, to be honest, you can snag a white dress from any of your favorite stores and call it a day.

Buy From Your Favorite Store

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The strapless silhouette so often associated with wedding dresses is becoming less prevalent, with designers creating off-the-shoulder looks instead. To amp up the trend one step further, look for gowns that feel less delicate than the traditional style.

Take Inspiration From Other Types Of Clothing

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Who says a wedding dress has to be uber conservative? Sheer details have been making their way onto bridal outfits for a while now (especially at the bodice), but now the Naked Wedding Dress has officially become a trend. Going sheer from head to toe with touches of lace makes for an ultra pretty look.

Wear Sheer Fabric From Head To Toe

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Perhaps the most dramatic choice for your wedding day look, black dresses pretty much scream cool. Look for one with lace details or layers of tulle to keep it feeling romantic, or opt for a more standard, striking LBD. No rules, no problem.

Rock Black

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Although it can sometimes still seem this way, a gown actually isn’t a requirement for your wedding day. In 2016, the New York Times reported that more and more designers were creating pant suits for brides after demand for them got so high. In 2018, non-dress options were pretty much expected on the Bridal Fashion Week runways — Naeem Khan even 

Ditch The Dress Entirely

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debuted a bridal tracksuit. All that is to say: Anything goes.

Ditch The Dress Entirely

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Even if you’re wearing pants, wedding ensembles are typically floor length. But that’s not always so practical, especially if your celebration is taking place somewhere with high temps, or your shindig involves lots of dancing. Luckily, everyone from H&M to Marchesa are making short options now.

Pick A Short Dress

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While your traditional diamond stud earrings and delicate necklaces will probably always be in style, statement accessories more in line with the over-the-top vibe of Victorian royalty are becoming wildly popular, too. In addition to some sweet earrings, try bold hair clips.

Opt For Trendy, Instead Of Fine, Jewelry

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