Cool and casual or glamorous and edgy, the 2017 bridal trend for wedding separates gives you scope to dress your own way and find the perfect pairing to match your personal style and your celebration
The bridal trend for wedding separates shows no sign of abating. In fact, in 2017 we’re seeing yet more top designers add elegant, sexy or edgy two-piece combinations to their collections. We love this bridal trend, since separates score top marks for fashion-forward glamour, offer scope to mix and match to suit your personal style and also give you two versatile pieces that can easily be repurposed for future parties. Perfect for relaxed destination weddings, separates are also a brilliant choice if you’re looking for more than one showstopping outfit to carry you through a multi-event wedding celebration. Here are some of our top picks for the bride who wants to dress her own way on the day.
City chic – Andrea Hawkes
Andrea Hawkes is a cool choice for the chic city bride. This simple sleeveless India top with back opening is paired with an Alinde long skirt with wide waistband. Sleek, streamlined and so easy to accessorise, this is the perfect pairing when refined elegance is the order of the day. andreahawkes.co.uk
Destination glamour – Suzanne Neville
Suzanne Neville is renowned for her gowns’ fabulous cut and exceptional fabrics, but this glamorous pairing offers a departure from her classic styles. Comprising a long full skirt and sexy bralet with lovely beaded overtop, Miro is a fabulous combination for a high summer or destination wedding – especially when you can show off a tanned midriff. suzanneneville.com
Cool & casual – Charlotte Balbier
Charlotte Balbier offers endless combinations to appeal to the cool modern bride. Part of her new separates collection, Saint is a flattering and fluid chiffon skirt, paired here with a neat lace Una crop top with buttoned back. We love the soft handkerchief hem on the top – a flash of romanticism on a contemporary bridal look. charlottebalbier.com
Fluid lines – Katya Katya Shehurina
Capturing the bridal trend for separates, Katya Katya Shehurina’s Ariel may look like a two-piece but it’s actually a gown. Made of fine lace and with a high neck, it has a blouse cut bodice that’s longer at the back. A classic from a London designer who is a go-to for modern boho wedding-day dressing, this lovely piece is superbly flattering and lightweight – a top pick for a romantic summer celebration. shehurina.com
Fine romance – Mirror Mirror Couture
Channelling an early 1980s vibe, Alice is a fabulous off-the-shoulder blouse with full sleeves. It’s shown here with an Aurora Tulle skirt. Made to order by Mirror Mirror Couture, this outfit is the last word in retro glamour making it perfect for the romantic destination or festival bride. mirrormirror.uk.com
Sleek style – Muscat Bridal
A modern profile that still feels ultra feminine, Sophia is a 3D flower appliquéd top with scalloped edges, paired here with the sleek fitted silk morocain Julia skirt. Designer Kevin Muscat has added a soft train effect to keep the look flowing. muscatbridal.com
Hip summer bride – Belle & Bunty
This pretty lace Dolly top and Blossom skirt are by north London designers Belle & Bunty. Super simple, this combo makes a great look for a summer wedding garden party or relaxed beach celebration. belleandbunty.co.uk
Short & sweet – House of Ollichon
The Le Fay ivory lace skirt has a dipped hem at the back – a nod to bridal tradition while showing off those glamour heels. The matching Le Fay lace top has on-trend elbow-length sleeves and shows a hint of midriff. houseofollichon.co.uk
