In recent years, one of the most exciting wedding trends is the rise of brides wearing multiple looks on their big day. This trend allows brides to showcase different aspects of their style and personality, ensuring they feel fabulous from the ceremony to the after-party. Here’s how you can effortlessly pull off outfit changes and make the most of this stylish trend.
Why Multiple Looks?
Brides today are embracing the idea of multiple wedding looks for their big day," says Begüm Salihoğlu, founder and couture designer of BÉGUM Bridal Design House. "While they fall in love with the elegance and grandeur of a formal gown, they also seek the ease and comfort of a more relaxed outfit for dancing and celebration. This trend reflects a modern bride's desire to balance timeless beauty with practical comfort, ensuring they can fully enjoy every moment of their special day.”
Wearing multiple outfits on your wedding day offers several advantages. It allows you to express different styles, transitioning from classic elegance during the ceremony to a fun and flirty look for the after-party. This approach combines comfort and practicality, as a more formal gown for the ceremony can be swapped for a lighter, more comfortable dress for dancing. Additionally, each outfit change creates memorable moments, adding to the excitement and storytelling of your wedding day.
Zeynep Bastık chose a customized Sugar Dress as her loungewear during her wedding preparations. As her formal wedding gown during the ceremony, she wore our elegant Ava Sue Dress and finished the night dancing and singing with two of our after party dresses Kendra Dress and Jane Dress respectively.
Tips for Seamless Outfit Changes
- Plan Ahead: Coordinate with your bridal party and ensure you have a designated area for changing. Practice quick changes to see how much time you need.
- Choose Complementary Styles: Select outfits that complement each other. For instance, a traditional gown for the ceremony can transition to a chic cocktail dress for the reception and a sparkling mini dress for the after-party.
- Accessorize Wisely: Use accessories to tie your looks together. Consider removable elements like overskirts, capes, or jackets that can be taken off to reveal a new look without a full outfit change.
- Consider Hair and Makeup: Opt for a versatile hairstyle that can easily be adjusted, and discuss with your makeup artist how to quickly modify your look to match your outfits.
- Communicate with Vendors: Inform your photographer and videographer about your outfit changes so they can capture each look perfectly. Let your planner and DJ know to time key moments with your changes.
Outfit Inspirations
- Ceremony: Start with a traditional ball gown or a sleek, elegant dress. Classic fabrics like silk and lace are timeless and perfect for the formal part of your day.
- Reception: Transition to a dress that’s easier to move in. A sheath dress or a tea-length gown can be both stylish and practical for dining and dancing.
- After-Party: Embrace a bold and fun look for the late-night celebration. Think sequins, short hemlines, or even a jumpsuit. This is your chance to go all out with glam. Captivate everyone’s attention at the after-party with a cool-looking original sequined jumpsuit that’s different from most brides.
- Morning After Brunch: If you have guests staying at the venue overnight or international guests attending your wedding, don't forget to plan an outfit for the morning brunch! This post-wedding event is a great opportunity to relax and spend more time with your loved ones, so ensure you have a stylish yet comfortable ensemble ready for the occasion.
Real-Life Examples
Melodi Elbirliler & Arda Türkmen - Melodi chose our Eva Dress for the main ceremony and then changed into Melody Dress for the after party.
Dila Ketenci Avcıergün chose to wear the elegant Leonara Dress for their beautiful ceremony and then partied in Rigel Dress throughout the night.