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We <\/span>love<\/span><\/i> a traditional wedding, complete with the white <\/span>wedding dress<\/span><\/a>, coordinated <\/span>bridesmaid dresses<\/span><\/a>, and all the trimmings! That said, we love a <\/span>unique wedding<\/span><\/i> just as much and get super excited to see couples break the norm on their wedding day. Are you an anti bride? Here, see a few of our favorite unconventional wedding ideas and touches you can add to make your wedding uniquely and unforgettably your own!<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Ditch the Dress, Wear a Jumpsuit!<\/h2>\n
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Not a dress-wearer? Tie the knot in a fabulous <\/span>wedding jumpsuit<\/span><\/a> instead! Combining the comfort and flexibility of pants with elegant silhouettes and chic fabrics, bridal jumpsuits are the ultimate alternative to the white dress. Choose a classic white shade, or break even more norms with a colorful jumpsuit or romper. If you plan to have bridesmaids, you can give them the option to wear a jumpsuit, too!<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you want the best of both worlds, wear a wedding dress to your ceremony, then change into a jumpsuit for the reception. Changing into a second outfit<\/a> is a fun way to change up the vibes, and a jumpsuit offers plenty of comfort for socializing, dancing, and eating without worrying about staining a formal gown.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Wear Mixed Material Separates<\/h2>\n
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If you want to step even further out of the box than just wearing a jumpsuit, try mixing and matching <\/span>bridal separates<\/span><\/a> featuring different materials. Separates are a fun way to add detail to your wedding fit and can offer you more flexibility in terms of styling than a solid jumpsuit or dress. Try combining fabrics with different textures and finishes, unique patterns, or even pieces with different shades of white.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Let Your Bridesmaids Choose Their Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Speaking of bridesmaids: why not let them choose their own dresses? Some brides give their bridesmaids free reign, letting them choose literally any style, color, or material. Others ask that their bridesmaids choose a specific color or material to tie the group together<\/a> without going full matchy-matchy. Letting your bridesmaids choose their own dresses is a nice way to ensure everyone will feel beautiful and comfortable, and can add more dynamism to the look of your wedding party.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Get Married In the Snow<\/h2>\n
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Spring and summer weddings are beautiful, but hear me out: More people should get married in the snow! Wow your wedding guests with a vibe they\u2019ve never seen before by throwing a winter-wonderland wedding! Wear a <\/span>long-sleeved wedding dress<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and maybe a faux fur stole<\/a>, choose cool colors for your wedding party, and try decorating your venue with ice and glass!<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Get Matching Sneakers for the Whole Wedding Party<\/h2>\n
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Wearing sneakers on your wedding day is already a creative way to break the norm, but what if you got matching sneakers<\/a> for everyone at your wedding party? Make sure everyone is comfortable and looking stylish by choosing matching sneakers for you, your spouse, and your best people–not only will you all look fly wearing the same sneakers, but you\u2019ll also be able to dance all night with no risk of twisted ankles or blisters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Have a Themed Wedding<\/h2>\n
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Get your wedding guests involved in the festivities by throwing a themed wedding! Ask your guests to dress in a specific color, wear costumes, or choose outfits from a specific era. Some popular themes include asking everyone to wear white<\/a>, holiday themes, and Halloween weddings that combine spooky fun with wedding glamour. Not only will throwing a themed wedding get you incredible photos and memories, but you\u2019ll also make all of your guests feel like they\u2019re truly a part of your love story.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Throw a Surprise Wedding at a Courthouse<\/h2>\n
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Not into the idea of a big, expensive wedding? Get married at your local courthouse<\/a>, but with a twist! Rather than inviting your close friends and family to your wedding, send out invitations to an <\/span>engagement party. <\/span><\/i>Host the party at a restaurant, park, or venue near the courthouse, then surprise your guests by making a trip to the courthouse for your actual wedding! Everyone will be shocked to realize you\u2019re about to tie the knot, and feel extra-special for being invited in the first place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t want anyone to catch on to your secret plan, wear a less formal <\/span>white dress<\/span><\/a>, and try not to give too many hints away before the big day!<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Throw a Surprise Wedding in Vegas<\/h2>\n
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Who hasn\u2019t fantasized about getting married by an Elvis impersonator in Vegas? While a Las Vegas wedding already breaks the norm, take the whole thing up a notch by making it a surprise<\/em> Vegas wedding! Like the courthouse idea, invite a few close friends and family to join you in Vegas for a joint bachelorx party, then surprise them by taking them to one of the city\u2019s many little wedding chapels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How are you breaking the norm on your big day? Show us your unconventional wedding ideas on Instagram @lulus<\/a> using #lovelulus and shop wedding outfits in our Bridal Shop<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

This post was originally published in March 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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