What to Wear to Your Courthouse Wedding
A bride can still dream big while dressing for her small wedding ceremony.
While courthouse weddings have always been a pragmatic choice, the pandemic has made them even more popular for couples who needed to re-think and reschedule their plans. But practicality aside, they are a wonderful way to start your new life together—surrounded by friends and other couples about to embark on the same journey! When it comes to dressing for the big day, T&C editors have channeled some of our favorite courthouse looks, from Bianca Jagger and Marilyn Monroe, to Yoko Ono. So whether you want to wear white, something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue (or none of those at all!), we’ve picked out six courthouse wedding outfits for brides.
Classic at Heart
For the bride whose wedding dreams are rooted in tradition, check off the boxes with something old, vintage gloves from Thrilling Vintage, and something new, an Assael diamond and pearl lariat. We will leave the something borrowed and something blue up to you.
Fashion Forward
Dresses not for you? This suit from Christopher Kane with crystal-embellished fringe details makes an equally fabulous statement. A matching chain hair comb that can be worn loose or tucked into braids and a custom clutch commemorating the day complete the look to perfection!
Sweet and Simple
A sleek white satin dress and minimalist accessories keep this ensemble streamlined, but sophisticated. Not only will you be able to move around easily for those photo opps and an impromptu toast, but all eyes are guaranteed to be on you.
Street Style Chic
Whether you fancy yourself as a spontaneous person or you don't want to invest in a wedding outfit you'll never wear again, choose pieces that are photo-ready but casual. An off-the-rack Jacquemus dress is just the thing, save the splurge for pearl earrings that are sure to become modern heirlooms.
Party Like it's 1922
For the bride who can't wait to celebrate her nuptials right away, a sparkling mini-dress compliments a glass of champagne and low-kitten heels will hold up on the dance floor. Top off the ensemble with custom monogram earrings: just choose your preferred initial.
Modern Romantic
Perhaps you don’t want an all-white dress, but you still want something special. Go for a flowing floral gown and dainty jewels, which recall a Jane Austen heroine. Graceful flats and a pale blue clutch will take you effortlessly from the courthouse to an intimate garden party reception.
MaryKate Boylan is Town & Country’s Senior Fashion Editor, writing about all things fashion and jewelry.
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