It’s easy to maintain one consistent style for the rehearsal dinner, big day, and next-day brunch. To show you how, we styled three local brides.
Photography by Found Creative Studio
The Classic Bride
GRETCHEN HACKMANN
Neighborhood: La Jolla
Occupation: Creative Director and Co-Founder, nubry.com
Wedding venue: The Westgate Hotel
For The Rehearsal Dinner
Lovers & Friends + Because I’m Addicted “Luxe” dress, $194, Dolcetti Boutique; Mimi and Lu “Luxe” earrings in soft silver, $98, and “Madelyn” cuff, $110; Charlotte Olympia “Fleur” shoes, $1,095, Neiman Marcus.
[/onethird] [onethird]For The Wedding Day
Alvina Valenta gown style “9201,” $3,850, and Martina Liana “Ali” belt, $450, The White Flower Bridal Boutique; Haute Bride “Geneva Dramatic Rhinestone Chandelier,” $350, Valena Valentina; classic romantic bouquet designed by Robin from Grand Floral, price upon request.
[/onethird] [onethirdlast]For The Next-Day Brunch
French Connection sleeveless fit and flare dress in sunset orange, $168, Emma Jane Boutique; Elise Natalie “Natalie” skinny belt, $36, Dolcetti Boutique; C. Wonder “Nappa” leather perforated ballet flats in navy, $98, and C. Wonder “Flower Power” earrings, $58; Mimi & Lu “James” bracelet, $80.
[/onethirdlast]The Retro Bride
JESSICA PACKARD
Neighborhood: Normal Heights
Occupation: Interior Designer & Blogger, ohidesign.com
Wedding venue: The San Diego Rowing Club
For The Rehearsal Dinner
Keepsake “Until the End of Time” dress, $122, Dolcetti Boutique; Justine M. Couture “Tosca” belt, $440, The White Flower Bridal Boutique; C. Wonder leopard calf hair ankle strap sandals, $98; hair piece, stylist’s own.
[/onethird] [onethird]For The Wedding Day
Jolie “Mia” headband, $28, Dolcetti Boutique; Mimi & Lu “Galaxy” necklace in clear, $50; Alvina Valenta gown style “9161,” $4,350, The White Flower Bridal Boutique; vintage “Tussie Mussie” bouquet designed by Robin from Grand Floral, price upon request.
[/onethird] [onethirdlast]For The Next-Day Brunch
Darling “Kelsey” skirt, $80, and Jolie rolled fabric headband, $24, Dolcetti Boutique; C. Wonder short-sleeve lace top, $98, and “Hearts Aflutter” cuff bracelet, $58; bow belt, $28, Emma Jane Boutique; Mimi & Lu link bracelet, $64; Jessica Simpson shoes and vintage earrings, stylist’s own.
[/onethirdlast]The Bohemiah Bride
MEGAN SMITH
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach
Occupation: Events and Social Media Manager, San Diego Magazine
Wedding venue: Park Hyatt Aviara
For The Rehearsal Dinner
Blaque Label chiffon sweetheart dress, $146, Dolcetti Boutique; Dot Belt, $18, Emma Jane Boutique; J. Crew “Mari” sandals, $228; Mimi & Lu “Goddess” earrings in gold, $62, and Mimi & Lu “Derek” cuff, $49.
[/onethird] [onethird]For The Wedding Day
Alvina Valenta gown style “9100,” $4,224, The White Flower Bridal Boutique; custom floral crown designed by Robin from Grand Floral, price upon request; Mimi & Lu “Chevron” cuff, $86.
[/onethird] [onethirdlast]For The Next-Day Brunch
Ark & Co. bohemian embroidered top, $48, and LA MADE nude slip dress, $32, Emma Jane Boutique; Jolie “Emma” headband, $28, Dolcetti Boutique; C. Wonder cork pointed toe ballet flat, $98; Mimi & Lu “Jo” ring in white coral, $66.
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