4 Real Brides Try Alternative Wedding Looks: Jumpsuits, Two-pieces & Culottes!
Quin Chia, Contracts Associate at Actor’s Equity Association
“I really like art deco 20s style with those gold details, champagne or off white.”
Houghton Laser Cut Silk Organza Ruffle Mini Dress, $6,700, houghtonnyc.com
MARSKINryyppy Nita Nude Open Toe Stiletto, $710, ikram.com
Wouters & Hendrix Gold Plated Bracelet, $269, 20twelvedesign.com
Quin: Inspiration
“I have to give love to Alek Wek and before her Grace Jones. They made it okay for lots of women to own their natural beauty, and Grace in particular is a fantastic in-your-face filthy beauty”
Quin Chia, Wedding: June 6, 2015 at a Horse Farm in VA
“ I have a smaller waist and straight back so I like to play with that.”
Lauren Ralph Lauren V-Neckline with Flared Skirt Dress, $210, ralphlauren.com
MARSKINryyppy Tiponi Black Open Toe Stiletto, $730, ikram.com
Xr Collison Round Pendant Necklace, $88, xr-jewelry.com
“I’m a big fan of Betty Draper of Mad Men and all the eclectic patterns the secretaries enjoy on that show.” Stills from AMC’s “Mad Men”, 2007-2015
Caris Reid, Painter
“I wanted something feminine but with a modern edge and slightly ethereal.”
Jonathan Simkhai Burnout Brocade Midi Mesh Dress, $1,395, net-a-porter.com
Manolo Blahnik for Wes Gordon Marandi In Shoe Camel Suede manoloblahnik.com
Xr Collision Cuff, $150, xr-jewelry.com
Caris: Inspiration
Marlene Dietrich in “Blonde Venus”, 1932
William Dieterle’s “Midsummer Nights Dream”, 1935 (2)
Caris Reid, Wedding: June 13, 2015 in Rhinebeck, NY
“Out of studio I tend to pick simple but bold pieces. I like clean lines. Mixing vintage with younger designers.”
Galvan Strapless Crepe Jumpsuit, $1,416, matchesfashion.com
Xr Collision Necklace, $198, xr-jewelry.com
“David Hockney always wears the best socks and glasses. I would love to raid the closets of Jane Birkin, or Anjelica Huston.”
Veronica Balta, Commercial Producer
“I love vintage clothing and a flattering drop waist… I love menswear on women but also a feminine blouse.”
Tibi Silk Jumpsuit, $565, tibi.com
Xr Triangulation Full Earrings, $69, xr-jewelry.com
Xr Collision Cuff, $150, xr-jewelry.com
Veronica: Inspiration
Diane Keaton in “Annie Hall”, 1977
Joan Crawford in “The Taxi Dancer”, 1927
Patricia Neal in “The Fountainhead”, 1949
Veronica Balta, Wedding: April 26, 2015 in Mayfair Farms, NJ
“I really love what’s happening now with very structured (almost industrial) fabrics that hold shape.”
Cushnie et Ochs White Blazer Blouse, $1,395, net-a-porter.com
Theory Trousers, $355, theory.com
Brian Atwood Suede And Metal Heels, $1,255, net-a-porter.com
“My current style icons would be Alexa Chung, Kate Bosworth, and Solange Knowles”
Gisella Lemos, Wedding: Ceremony April 4, 2014 at City Hall NYC, Party TBA
“The food and wine was very important for us! I didn’t want anything bridal so I didn’t even go to any bridal stores. I wore a white Proenza Schouler dress to City Hall.”
Christian Dior Printed Silk Faille Dress, $10,000, Available At Dior Boutiques Nationwide 1 800 929 Dior
Lanvin Patent Pointed Heel With Ankle Detail In Rose $890, lanvin.com
Gisella Inspiration
Katharine Hepburn on the set of “Morning Glory”, 1933
Katharine Hepburn in “Spitfire”, 1934
Gisella Lemos, Stylist
“I appreciate style of course, but I am pretty laid back when it comes to dressing myself. I usually don’t wear anything too fussy, overtly sexy or uncomfortable.”
Valentino White Mix of San Gallo Cotton Short Sleeve Dress, $4,390, valentino.com
Valentino Black Abyss Thong Calf Leather Gladiators, $1,195 valentino.com
Wouters & Hendrix Freshwater Pearl Sterling Silver Bracelet, $299, annelorenyc.com
Gisella: Inspiration
Anna Karina in Jean-Luc Godard “Made in USA”, 1966 (2)
Photography Nyra Lang
Styling Claudia Cifu
Hair Sasha Nesterchuk
Makeup Stephanie Peterson
Set Design Chelsea Maruskin
Manicure Miss Pop
Today’s bride is a new invention altogether, and no two are alike. Gone are the days of cookie-cutter wedding packages, the expected wedding gown, or anything expected, really. (Just look at Solange for proof of this!) At this point, anything goes when it comes to wedding attire, which is great news for the bride whose style or budget isn’t quite meshing with the traditional. The new modern-day bride would rather let her identity sing on her ceremonious day. With that in mind, we outfitted four women who are about to get married—or recently have—with alternative wedding looks that capture their personal style. Who says you need a frou frou dress? Here they explain their wedding and style inspirations while wearing jumpsuits, two-pieces, and even culottes!
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