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HOPKINS STUDIOS

Custom charms add flair to traditional bouquets.

this stunning applique glistens like sunlight
off a barely-there sheer organza ribbon.
In addition to belts, dainty bolero jackets,
capes of all cuts and fanciful cuffs each have
their place with the right dress. Add to the
list vibrant shoes peeking beneath a hem in
“something blue” or the bride’s favorite color.
To transform a sleeveless dress, just add cap
sleeves—either permanently or in a way that
allows them to be detached. The scalloped
ivory tulle Lena cap sleeves by Grayson Elise
for a look that’s lighter than air.
It’s often tempting to immediately follow
an engagement ring with dress and accessory
shopping. Still, many pros suggest booking
sories are inspired by the actual feel of the
wedding,” says Texas-based wedding stylist
Lindsey Zamora. “If I’m designing a wedding
with an Old World feel, I want to source a vintage headpiece that looks worn and has character. For a modern wedding, it makes sense
that any accessories be simple and minimal
in design.”
No matter what design a bride ultimately
chooses, the key is to add accessories that
pieces, sashes and bolero jackets all help to
customize an ensemble and create a look
that’s as one-of-a-kind as the bride.

Brides and grooms are coordinating key accessories while showcasing their personal styles.

MATCH POINTS

While few couples choose to dress alike day to day, the wedding day offers a chance to step
outside routine and make a singular statement: “We belong together.” Coordinating the bride
and groom’s ensembles adds a charming sense of unity and sends that message loud and clear.
Coordinating a couple may be as simple as a well-placed pop of color borrowed from the
wedding scheme. As brides begin to wear more colorful accessories, grooms are following suit
by matching ties or socks with the bride’s shoes or bouquet. This can be endearing, but subtlety
is key, say Jodi Cohen and Sarah Lowy of Beverly Hills, Calif.-based JOWY Productions.
Keisha Scott, lead planner and designer at North Carolina-based K. Scott Weddings, adds that
a bride might harmonize her shoes or sash to what the groom dons on his lapel. “Unique options
for colorful boutonnieres now range from buttons, succulents and [pompoms] to a color-washed
pocket square or even feathers. The possibilities are endless.”
Elizabeth Killgallon, associate director of catering at Sea Island, says the tradition of giving
the groom a “day of” wedding present provides another opportunity to influence his choice
of accessories. “I absolutely love when a bride surprises her groom with an accessory that’s
classic, yet with a little humor,” Killgallon says. “It still needs to look fantastic, but it also brings a
lightheartedness to the day.”
One recent bride bestowed a tailor-made belt with emblems that signified their relationship—
from his late mother’s favorite flower to their collegiate mascots and even the Sea Island logo.
“The groom loved it,” Killgallon says.
For more information regarding Sea Island weddings, visit seaislandwedding.com.

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