The Gen Z Playbook: What They Love and What They Don’t About Weddings Today

Yes, we are officially at a time when the generation that’s mostly getting married are from Gen Z, or those born from the years 1997 to 2012. Just a quick disclaimer, we’re not here to generalize. But if there’s one thing we’ve come to observe, know, and love about this generation, it’s that they’re bold individuals who favor authenticity over tradition and personal expression over conformity. This especially holds true for celebrating major life milestones, or in this case, weddings.

We’ve spoken with four Gen Zs and asked them what their expectations are for their special day. And the consensus is clear: out with the cookie-cutter ceremonies and in with personalized celebrations that highlight the couple’s personal journey and tastes. From intimate gatherings that focus on meaningful connections to incorporating eclectic elements, their goal is to create a day that feels undeniably theirs.

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Something Old, Something Renewed: How These Brides Beautifully Upcycled Their Wedding Gowns

One thing that will probably never cease to amaze us are upcycled wedding gowns. There’s truly just something so heartwarming and special about taking an old dress and breathing new life into it–whether that means adapting it to fit a modern silhouette, incorporating vintage lace into a contemporary design, or something else.

By reimagining a gown that has been part of someone’s history, brides are able to create a deep, meaningful connection to their wedding day attire. It’s a thoughtful way to preserve and celebrate heritage, making the old new again with love and imagination.

In this article, we spoke with two brides who upcycled their wedding gowns from their moms’ old dresses. And in doing so, they were able to walk down the aisle not just in gorgeous dresses, but dresses that were made all the more special, possibly for future generations, too.

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Renting and Thrifting Are Bringing Thoughtful, Smart, and Stylish Possibilities in Wedding Fashion

The landscape of wedding fashion is changing. These days, brides are making their celebration more personal by choosing attire that reflects their unique tastes. As consumers, brides are now realizing that there are other budget-friendly and distinctive options apart from bespoke white dresses. Opting to rent a wedding dress provides the opportunity to don a stunning gown at just a fraction of its purchase price, all while avoiding the burden of owning an outfit that’s worn just once. Alternatively, thrifting for a wedding dress can uncover exceptional, vintage finds that bring a special, personal touch and story to the occasion. Both of these avenues offer not only financial benefits and flexibility but also guarantee a look of unmatched style and personality.

In delving into the growing trends of gown rental and thrifting, we’re set to challenge and clear up the widespread misunderstandings related to these options. And in this article, we’ll highlight how these emerging trends in wedding fashion celebrate personal expression, budget-friendly elegance, and the thrill of finding that perfect, unique gown.

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Rental, RTW, or Custom-Made: Which Wedding Dress Option Is Really For You?

Renting, ready-to-wear, and custom-made are three viable options when it comes to wedding dress hunting. Each provide their own pros and cons, selections, and possibilities. But what is the smartest way to decide on which one truly is for you? Brides-to-be, we know the type of dress you’ll wear can be a huge decision-making process since a wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. All you want is to choose the right dress or outfit that will make you happy, especially when you’re looking back on all your wedding photos 10, 20, or 50 years from now.

So let’s discuss the pros and cons of renting, buying, and customizing in a little more detail, shall we? We hope this will help you on your quest!

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Get Inspo for Your Pre-Wedding Photoshoot Outfit from These Chic Brides!

The getting ready photoshoot, the preps photoshoot, bodouir session, whatever you’d like to call it… This is part of the wedding day itinerary that is honestly equal parts exciting, fun, and heartwarming. The pre-wedding photoshoot gives you a moment to yourself; it’s a moment to take it all in and look fabulous while you’re at it! The pre-wedding photoshoot will also be preserved in your bank of wedding memories, so it’s worth being thoughtful about what you want to wear for this session.

We rounded up a few unique pre-wedding/getting ready outfits that will give you great ideas! See what strikes your fancy the most.

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