Bridal Styling Made Simple: Avoiding Overdone Looks

Step-by-step: A Cohesive Wedding Day Aesthetic that Elevates.

it’s the vibe that haunts all our dreams—— OVERDONE. if you’re like most + your style lands somewhere between minimalist and maximalist, finding that perfect balance can be a bit of a dance. But after styling thousands of brides, we’ve cracked the code. Here’s how to get it:

Choose One Piece as the Statement

It’s the styling mantra at @a.b.ellie and it holds true here. Prioritize your look so it’s not all competing but instead creating a cohesive rhythm. It’s choosing one statement/ focal and then any other accents must enhance it, not take away.

For some this is the veil paired with a simple wedding dress with statement accessories. If the veil is most important to you, select that before the earrings. If the veil is less  your vibe, then choose your earrings first.

For a statement veil, think lace, all over or edge beading. Quickly there can become a lot of detail in one area (the veil, jewelry, hairstyle, makeup…) So opt for a minimal stud or a drop earring with your embellished wedding veil. It’s elegant yet understated so your veil is the focal but your earrings round out the vision.

Bottom line, it’s making sequential decisions so you don’t just choose everything you love at once and hoping it jives

What if your wedding dress is already a statement?

Think wedding gowns with all over lace, beaded detail or 3D floral appliques. Here, opt for a minimalist, raw edge veil to finish your bridal look. For jewelry, a simple stud earring or drop earring will be enough by giving you a finished accent without overwhelming the dress.

Want a touch of length in your wedding earrings? Explore our "strand" styles - these are minimalist silhouettes enhanced with decadent detail for an understated but elevated choice. They'll have an elongating effect for your overall styling and the strand offers elegant fluidity and movement to your bridal look.

We're here to help!

Whether you have your veil or you’re considering one but struggling to find that perfect balance of bride and cohesive wedding ensemble, reach out! Let’s navigate what works for your style and your look. DM us on Instagram and we'll provide you personalized recommendations based on your desired look.