ADVICE
Q+A
ASK THE KNOT SQUAD We tapped our experts for answers to your most pressing questions. THE CREW FASHION
How much should my venue inform the style of my dress?
SHELLEY BROWN Senior fashion and beauty editor, The Knot
BRITTNY DRYE
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Founder and editor in chief, Love Inc. Mag
MARY CHATMAN CEO and editor in chief, Black Bride
SHAWNA GOHEL Founder and editor in chief, Maharani Weddings
BRITTANY LO CEO and founder, Beautini
H A R M O N Y WA LTO N Founder, Jet Fete and The Bridal Bar
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STYLE
How can we find attire that’s modern and of the moment but will still feel timeless 20 years from now? S H E L L E Y B R O W N : If you’re really feeling a certain trend, like feathers, fringe or bold color, don’t worry about how it will age and just go for it! However, if you’re not into a super-fashion-forward look and want your wedding attire to stand the test of time, opt for more classic silhouettes and details that won’t go out of style. For example, if you love the idea of sleeves, choose cap sleeves or long lace sleeves and skip riskier interpretations of this trend, like puffy or split sleeves. Opting for clean, modern fabrics like silk faille or crêpe is also a great option—they’re definitely having a moment right now but are understated enough to look fresh for years to come. Where formalwear is concerned, it’s hard to go wrong with a traditional black tux or dark gray suit and chic lace-up dress shoes.
PERSONALIZATION
How do you suggest we approach our wedding fashion when we really don’t want the typical attire? EA
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R HUNTE “Society has us convinced we need to have a big, emotional “this is it” moment when dress shopping, but that’s not always the case. Don’t get discouraged— the day isn’t about what you wear. It’s about marrying the love of your life.”
B R I T T N Y D R Y E : Be open to wearing something more in line with who you are rather than caving to what you think you should wear. Your wedding day look should be an elevated version of your everyday self—choose something that makes you feel like a million bucks, even if it isn’t white, formal or expected. If you’re stumped at figuring out exactly what you want, I’ve found music and film award shows like the Grammys and Oscars are often ripe with inspiration (I’m still swooning over Billy Porter’s red carpet moment in his Christian Siriano tuxedo gown).
FAIRY TALE PHOTOGRAPHY; EXPERTS, FROM TOP: CHRISTIAN OTH STUDIO, JESSICA KANE, ALLAN ZEPEDA PHOTOGRAPHY, KAYLA MADONNA, WEDDING DOCUMENTARY PHOTO + CINEMA, CAROLINA PALMGREN PHOTOGRAPHY, CARLA TEN EYCK PHOTOGRAPHY
Owner and creative director, Mark Ingram Atelier
M A R K I N G R A M : Aside from your own personal style, nothing influences your wedding fashion more than your venue. Obviously, an outdoor daytime garden wedding and a formal evening ballroom affair require very different looks. A clean and modern warehouse pairs well with a sleek sheath dress, while a detailed ball gown is perfect for a fairy-tale château. Let the venue be your guide and find a gown that will complement the setting.
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