One thing we have learned over the years is that there is no such thing as rules in the world of weddings! You can do and wear whatever you like, and do not let anyone tell you otherwise, especially when it comes to your bridal look. You want to feel and look like the best version of yourself, in an ensemble that celebrates your own personal bridal style. With this in mind lots of brides are, in fact, saying 'no' to the dress, and instead opting for a slick bridal wedding suit, if not for the main event, then at least for one of the many happy ancillary dos. Your civil ceremony, rehearsal dinner, day two celebrations, hen party... all ideal opportunities to don a chic two-piece.
Of course Bianca Jagger was the first to break the mould in 1971 when she wed Mick Jagger in a white Yves Saint Laurent suit complete with an oversized veiled bridal hat - an accessory trend that has become the go-to headpiece for fashion-forward brides. Since then other celebrities have followed, including Laura Whitmore, Millie Mackintosh, and Bonnie Ryan. Here you'll find where you can buy a fabulous bridal wedding suit for yourself, off-the-peg or made by a bridal designer, as well as inspiration as to how to style yours!
When to Wear Bridal Wedding Suits
A wedding is more often than not, more than just the one day. Multiple events means multiple bridal looks, and including a wedding suit is a stylish way to change things up. Whether you wish to go all out with embellishments, or stay sharp and low-key, a bridal wedding suit can be a timeless, or mega fun, outfit for any wedding event, from the big day itself, to engagement parties, a menu tasting, hen party, registry office, honeymoon and even your rehearsal dinner or day two. The choice is endless, and the best thing of all, a bridal suit is a sustainable option as you will wear it for years to come, either together or as separates.
Where Can I Buy a Wedding Suit?
Just like a wedding dress, your bridal wedding suit budget really is up to you. There are plenty of high-street and high-end, ready-to-wear options from Asos to Alexander McQueen, that you can order online or in-store and wear immediately. Alternatively you can visit a bridal store for an appointment, just like you would for a wedding dress, and order from a bridal designer. You could also get a bespoke suit made. Check out stockists nearest to you of the bridal designer brands listed below, as they have amazing wedding suit options in their full bridal collections.
Best Online & In-store Ready-to-Wear
Best Bridal Designers
- Alexander McQueen
- Karen Willis Holmes
- Alexandra Grecco
- Halfpenny London
- Savannah Miller
- Daughters of Simone
- Sahroo
Bespoke Bridal Designers
Do you have a clear vision of your dream bridal wedding suit look, but haven't been able to find anything off-the-peg or in the bridal designer lookbooks? Choosing the custom-made route is the perfect option to create your once-in-a-lifetime, made-to-measure bridal attire. Check out the list of bespoke bridal designers below you can create a custom-made, once-in-a-lifetime bridal look.
- Sarah Foy Couture (Clontarf, Co. Dublin)
- Bespoke Bridal (Rathfarnham, Co. Dublin)
- Margaret Coyne Couture (Co. Cavan)
- Mizz Rio (Naul Village, Co Dublin)
- Not Another White Dress (Co. Dublin & Waterford)
- Mary Brady @ Paul Henry Tailoring (Dublin)
- Joshua Kane (London, UK)
The Finishing Touches...
Last but not least, finish of your tailored chic look with stylish accessories. Make like Bianca Jagger, and choose a bridal hat, from fiercely fabulous fedoras, to straw headwear like panamas, boaters, large brimmed sun hats, and traditional Provençal-style hats. Or why not simply choose a beautiful headpiece or statement hairband to dress your crowning glory. We have curated a list below full to the brim of instore and online designers and retailers.
- How to style a bridal hat
- Where to buy bridal hats in Ireland
- Where to buy bridal hairbands and headpieces
- Where to buy bridal shoes
If you love the edgy style that a tailored two-piece creates there's tonnes to peruse in the gallery below! Plus we have lots of other wedding style inspiration right here. Why not try a bridal jumpsuit? Or check out these 29 real brides who rocked tailored trousers!
