14 Incredible Second-Look Wedding Dress Changes by Real Brides
One Fab Day
MAY 22, 2024
Are you considering having a reception dress at your wedding? Let these second-look wedding dress changes by real brides inspire you.
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One Fab Day
MAY 22, 2024
Are you considering having a reception dress at your wedding? Let these second-look wedding dress changes by real brides inspire you.
Love Inc. Mag
AUGUST 15, 2024
Dramatic purple wedding dress, sexy photos and over-the-top florals, you don't want to miss this gorgeous Brighton wedding inspiration. The styled wedding shoot is an absolute feast for the eyes, blending modern flair with timeless romance, intermixed with sexy photos of the couple.
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Style Me Pretty
JANUARY 23, 2024
The first dance wedding dress designer was Nadine Merabi and it was done in lace and sequins. I had been scouring the internet for a tea-length bridal dress for our first dance but couldn’t find anything that I loved. The reception/late-night wedding dress designer was Berta, and the dress was tulle.
Style Me Pretty
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
I loved the way the straps almost blended into my skin, so that the sleeves looked like part of the dress, as opposed to a jacket, and when I took the jacket off during the reception, the dress didn’t look like it had straps, but had all the support. Luckily, the two stunning venues are only about a 5 minute drive apart.
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 20, 2024
All our wedding flowers were mostly white, with subtle touches of light blue & greenery. The bride’s favorite flowers, Ranunculus & white tulips, were incorporated throughout the wedding florals. Not only was she a bride, but she also planned & designed every detail of this wedding day!
One Fab Day
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Find inspiration for your bridal style with our My Wedding Wardrobe series which peeks into the closets of stylish real brides.
Style Me Pretty
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Jennifer’s custom tea ceremony dress was by Galia Lahav[/field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Jennifer designed, draped, and constructed her own bridal party fashion, pre-wedding/getting ready wear for the bridal party and wedding day sneakers. Months of refinement brought about the finished pieces.
Style Me Pretty
MARCH 1, 2024
field] [field title=”Wedding Cake”] The wedding cake was from Publix. field] [field title=”Special Detail #3″]Our dancefloor was a custom floor designed to mimic the entryway tile of the brides’ first home, that her and her fiance James spent many night cooking dinner and falling in love in.
Style Me Pretty
MARCH 1, 2024
[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Planned beautifully by A.Dominick Events , this all-outdoor wedding took place at a magical estate nestled in a quaint area of Delaware: Winterthur. For her reception, Audra pictured a cozy, candlelit dinner under a tent from Dover Rentals in the garden.
Lovely Day Events
MARCH 1, 2024
There are so many big decisions that go into your wedding day but few are as important as the wedding dress you wear but the options seem to be endless. If this sounds like you , you’re in the right place, so you might want to learn more about our wedding planning services. Which neckline is going to work best for you?
Blue Linden Weddings & Events
OCTOBER 26, 2022
The last thing you want is something to go wrong with your gorgeous wedding dress. Don't think, "It won't happen to me," because it CAN happen to you — no one plans for wedding dress alteration nightmares. Here is some advice from a wedding planner to help you avoid wedding dress alteration nightmares.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 6, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]White and shades of green [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]From the bride: From the beginning, I wanted something elegant that felt upscale but comfortable – very California chic.
Style Me Pretty
APRIL 17, 2024
[/field] [/section] [board_carousel title=”Flat Lays”] [/board_carousel] [section title=”The Fashion”] [field title=”Wedding Gown”] The bride wore a beautiful gown by Monique Lhuillier for the ceremony and later changed into a chic fitted look by Berta for the reception portion of the affair.
Style Me Pretty
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
[/field] [/section] [board_carousel title=”Getting Ready”] [/board_carousel] [board_carousel title=”Bridal Portraits”] [/board_carousel] [section title=”The Fashion”] [field title=”Wedding Gown”]The brides dress was designed by the amazing Eva Lendel purchased from Whittington Bridal in Houston Texas!
Style Me Pretty
APRIL 3, 2024
The ceremony dress was a modern, customized Anne Barge Mikado scuba ball gown from En Blanc in Los Angeles. It included one of the bride’s favorite cocktails – ranch water, a refreshing mix of Patron Silver, jalapeno, lime juice, and Topo Chico, along with a seafood tower.
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 19, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]This colorful wedding matched the hues in the bride’s gown with pink florals and vintage baby blue. Bold shades of pink and pops of blue, yellow, and orange made their summer wedding feel bright and sunny.[/field] in January 2022.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 8, 2024
The May River Chapel at Palmetto Bluff boasts the perfect black shutters along with the white building, and Virginia and Jacob’s wedding blended right in to that gorgeous space![/field] The reception design included stunning and lush white florals paired with neutral linens and tapered candles.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 5, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Becca and Tucker’s gorgeous Summertime Charleston wedding featured the perfect color palette — shades of blue for the bridesmaids and pops of bright color for the florals. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
Simply Breathe Events
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
From Bridesmaid to Bride: Crafting Connections and Celebrations Before we share the details, we want to pause for a moment. After the heartfelt vows and joyous celebrations, the bride and groom, Rachel and Jonathan, along with their family and friends, took a moment to capture the essence of their special day through portraits.
Style Me Pretty
APRIL 9, 2024
Against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Washington and Mountain Rainer at Seattle Tennis Club , the ceremony area was transformed into a verdant oasis, evoking a sense of serenity and natural beauty, seamlessly extending into the indoor reception. For the tea ceremony, Bride had a QiPao custom-made from China.
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 5, 2024
field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The BHLDN bridesmaids gowns were mix and match shades of blue and green, blending solid satin and floral patterns perfectly. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical . Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Whimsical
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 4, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The wedding color was pink – lots of pink! While giving a toast at the wedding, the bride’s mom noted that the day’s “theme” was simply this: home. From the bride. Such a cute touch.
Simply Breathe Events
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
A Heartwarming First Look with Bride’s Father We love a father daughter first look! It was so sweet when Erin’s father saw her in her wedding dress for the first time. A Sweet Bride and Groom First Look Next came the much-awaited first look between Erin and Seth. We couldn’t be more excited!
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 25, 2024
field] [/section] [board_carousel title=”Flat Lays”] [/board_carousel] [section title=”The Fashion”] [field title=”Wedding Gown”] The bride wore a stunning gown by Monique Lhuillier for the ceremony look and later changed into a more sleek comfortable dress by BAE Moments for the evening celebration.
Style Me Pretty
JANUARY 22, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] In the Bride’s words: “I want a pastel rainbow!” ” [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Vermont is the backdrop of this wedding, but the groom’s ties to Vermont are extensive.
Style Me Pretty
APRIL 10, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The wedding palette featured soft pastel pink, blues, yellows, and purples.[/field] field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]This outdoor summer wedding featured a traditional setting with a fun and fresh twist.
Style Me Pretty
JULY 5, 2024
European garden wedding inspiration and influence with a nod to the bride’s rich Italian heritage.[/field] The bride’s something borrowed was a family heirloom, a lace bollero. The bride wore Manolo Blahnik shoes. Designated in church program and at reception. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
JULY 12, 2024
The strapless bodice was sleek and simple and allowed the bride to wear an Emerald tiffany necklace borrowed from her mother without taking away from the dress. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 27, 2024
Without trying the dress on, Chiara went to Kinsley James in Los Angeles and ordered the ‘Bronte’ from WONÁ Concept. The result was a delightful surprise; everything, from the bouquet to the church and reception, was stunning. The music for the reception was full of classics from all periods.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 12, 2024
White floristics beautifully contrasted with a dark frame of reception dinner structure, while gold cutlery elevated the entire look[/field] [field title=”Wedding Cake”]Classic white 4-tier wedding cake decorated with floral elements.[/field] Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog
Style Me Pretty
JULY 15, 2024
field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]From the bride: When we got engaged, Richman was living in Orlando while I was living in Birmingham. I had no clue what I was looking for going into wedding dress shopping. The baker is a dear friend from Birmingham and provided both bride and groom cakes.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 30, 2024
field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The bride’s grandfather owned a newspaper business, so the ceremony programs were a nod to the family business. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Vintage Chic The gown was from Elizabeth John Couture in Morristown, NJ.
Pleasantdale Château
JULY 10, 2024
As the fashion landscape transforms with each passing year, staying on top of the latest trends is a must—especially for the 2024 brides! Keep your eyes peeled for the freshest, most fabulous bridal styles that are setting the wedding world abuzz! Floral Arrangements Three-dimensional floral appliqués are set to be a major hit in 2024.
Style Me Pretty
MARCH 15, 2024
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Style Me Pretty
JUNE 11, 2024
field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids wore a matching shade of blue, anchoring the style and color of the attire to their chosen color palette. Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , Romantic , The Blog Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 7, 2024
From the very start, the bride knew she wanted to dawn a dress that was colorful and unique. The bride opted to let her bridesmaids each select their own dresses that they felt their best in.[/field] We incorporated three different styles of chairs in ceremony and reception. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 14, 2024
[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The bride and groom are rooted in the historic district of downtown Brunswick so they wanted their wedding to showcase the charm the area has to offer. Priscilla wanted a classic and timeless wedding cake. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 18, 2024
field] [field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids are wearing an assortment of Jenny Yoo and Shop Revelry dresses featuring floral patterns, ruffles, and hues of blue. [/field] [field title=”Wedding Cake”]Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh crafted a cake that was as beautiful as it was delicious.
Style Me Pretty
JANUARY 22, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The bride is notorious for her love of neutrals. When people asked what the “wedding colors” were, she always said “there is NO wedding color.” White draping in the reception. The entire theme was neutrals. Low, sleek bun.
Style Me Pretty
AUGUST 2, 2024
field] [field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”][/field] [field title=”Special Detail #1″]The heirloom piece that was incorporated into the Bride’s bouquet was from her Popa who had passed. Her Popa was like a second father to the Bride. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us
Style Me Pretty
JUNE 24, 2024
During the reception, they had friendly matches of cornhole, a cigar bar, an audio guest book, and glow sticks on the dance floor. After dinner came time for dancing, so Marisa changed into her satin, long-sleeved reception dress. They enjoyed mingling over oysters and shrimp before moving under the tent for the reception.
Style Me Pretty
APRIL 2, 2024
The staid blue fabric perfectly contrasted the deep, rich burgundy of the bride’s lengha. The reception playlist included modern Indian songs as well as favorites of R&B, Hip-Hop, Rap, and Oldies. This meant pinpoint precision regarding timing on the part of the planners at Del Cabo Weddings.
Style Me Pretty
MARCH 11, 2024
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]White & green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]This wedding is a fairytale in Provence. Coming from Miami, bride and groom wanted to have an amazing wedding in France. The outdoor pool is ideal for brunch.[/field]
Style Me Pretty
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Hanna is a true romantic & traditionalist at heart, so I wanted to keep the wedding flowers lush to soften Stanly Ranch ‘s modern architecture. field] [field title=”Proposal Story”] From the bride… When he popped the question, Matt and I, college sweethearts, were celebrating seven years of dating.
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