How to Wear Something Blue on Your Wedding Day—Without it Feeling Forced
From chic shoes to unexpected beauty moments.
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There's something to be said for upholding tradition on your wedding day, but when it comes to your "something blue," there are far more modern options than the standard garter or hidden monogram to consider. A soft tone feels feminine, romantic, and undeniably bridal with a twist, but a more obvious pop of cerulean or cobalt—rather than a pastel—can add much-needed intrigue to the endless sea of white in your wedding wardrobe. From royal-hued bijoux to a robin's egg blue beauty look, here are the most fashion-forward ways to incorporate this traditional shade on your wedding day—and beyond.
For those whose connection is best described as "straight out of a romance novel," nod to your love story with a book clutch—but opt for one that speaks to your style, or you as a duo.
If you're planning to invest in fine jewelry for the day of, consider this hue when choosing your look for the ceremony. Choose a piece you know you'll wear again and again, and pass down to future generations.
Don't forget honeymoon essentials and getting ready looks. A light blue lace chemise will likely become a staple in your sleepwear wardrobe for your post-wedding trip, and long after.
Rather than a crystal crown, try a more minimal version where blue, fine crystals lay flat against the head. Sport this with a sleek, low ponytail or with hair tousled and down.
Add a crystal pin or brooch to your gown, bag, or suit lapel for a "something blue" that's sleek and sophisticated, with a dose of sparkle.
Opt for "something blue" nails on your fingers, toes—or both. Paint the full nail, opt for a fun riff on a retro French, or incorporate the shade into a whimsical nail design, like an ode to porcelain chiniosserie.
Opt for a pop-toned swimsuit to sport for the wedding weekend, on the honeymoon, and beyond.
Why not opt for an It-shoe in something blue? When investing in wedding shoes, it doesn't hurt to score the pair you're already wanting to add to your closet for the rehearsal dinner, brunch, or honeymoon.
Think rehearsal dinner, engagement party, or next-day brunch—in a beautiful shade of blue.
Brides often forget sunglasses that suit the shades they wear all weekend—namely ivory, blush, floral prints, and pastels. These ombré shades work double duty as a chic accessory for daytime events and as something blue.
An aquamarine lariat is a subtle nod to something blue and is best worn with a plunging neckline—or draped down an open back.
Opt for a chic toile-print headband to wear when guests arrive, in your bridal suite while you're getting ready, on your bachelorette, for brunch, or on your honeymoon.
A petite pochette in blue and white is undoubtedly wedding-worthy, and just as chic when worn after the aisle.
Amp up a sleek twist with a blue bejeweled clip at the back of the head, or insert multiple at the side of the crown for a more dramatic accent.
Play up a "roaring 2020s" theme with a feather-embellished headband. Case in point: this chic and playful fascinator.
Whether it be for your bridal suite or honeymoon, opt for a soft blue robe rather than the classic shade of ivory.
Smudge matte navy liner along your top lash line and use the metallic side of this double-sided blue pencil to brighten by placing it in the inner corners of your eye for a bridal update to the sultry smokey eye.
A sheer sky blue scrunchie worn around a low bun at the nape of the neck is an unexpectedly elegant option for a post-nuptial brunch, or to welcome your guests upon their arrival to your wedding's destination.
Barely-there blue still ticks the "something blue" box. Pick up a sweet cami and short set in silk for post-wedding relaxation, honeymoon dressing, or your getting-ready look.
A crystal-adorned pump with a bow detail is fun and fresh. And when worn for the aisle in a bold shade of blue it gets a bit of edge, too.
Heather Hall is a weddings, fashion, and lifestyle writer and editor. Her career in weddings began at The Knot, where she worked as a bridal fashion editor. She then worked as a PR Manager at Amsale, a bridal design house, before starting her own events and digital marketing business. She has been featured on Today.com, MSN.com, Yahoo.com, Racked.com, Huffington Post, Verily Magazine, and Style Me Pretty. Heather loves music, travel, and practicing yoga. In her spare time she's typically researching the next fun workout class to try, or finding a new concert to attend. Her latest goal: become a DJ.
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