How to Curate Your Wedding Looks: Tips from a Bridal Stylist
INSPO / BRIDAL FASHION
You’re a bride! Now what do you wear?! One of the funnest parts of your bridal era, but no doubt overwhelming. Whether you’re thinking of your wedding day look – multiple looks, the series of your bridal events or just embracing your bridal era, it really is a series of unforgettable moments where every look tells part of your love story! From rehearsal dinner to the ceremony, and all the little in-betweens, you and your wardrobe deserves just much detail as much attention as the rest of. your day!
Bridal and Event Stylist, Olivia Ivey – shares her advice on curating looks that feel authentic, effortless, and perfectly you.
photo by @pablo_laguia / @oliviaivey
where to begin. start with the setting
Your venue, season, and setting will naturally shape your style. A velvet gown in July? Gorgeous, yes — but maybe not the right fit. Let the time and place guide you, and your wardrobe will feel seamless and intentional. Think airy fabrics for summer, rich textures for fall, and layers for mountain or seaside celebrations.
photos by @oliviaivey
through the process. Embrace Tradition in Your Own Way
Something Old, Something New, Something Blue… Whether you follow it to the letter or use it simply as inspiration, weaving tradition into your look adds timeless charm.
When it comes to vintage, here’s the stylist’s golden rule:
If it zips like a dream, it’s meant to be.
If it’s too big, tailor it to perfection.
If it doesn’t fit – don’t force it. It’s not the one.
Vintage is also your chance to experiment with originality. Don’t shy away from color, especially when no one else will have the same piece. Pair a vintage find with modern heels, a set of borrowed earrings, and voilà – you’ve checked every box!
photos by @pablo_laguia
call off the search. know when to stop looking
Once you’ve found your looks, stop searching. There will always be something newer, shinier, or seemingly “better,” but the pursuit of perfection is endless. Trust your instincts. The right outfit will make you feel confident, radiant, and most importantly – like yourself!!
PHOTOS BY @erichmcvey / @julieskarrattphotography / @jennyfustudio
pro tip: keep yor circle small
Too many opinions can cloud your vision. Keep your circle tight when shopping and styling your wedding weekend looks. At the end of the day, some things are best left as a surprise!
MEET THE EXPERT: olivia IVEY
photo by @oliveyivey
Olivia Ivey Bannock, a fashion stylist known for her editorial approach and statement-making looks. Her styling balances polish with personality—curating iconic fashion moments that feel both elevated and entirely true to the bride. Olivia brings a strategic eye to every wedding wardrobe and has made a name for herself in just a few short years, with clients featured in Vogue Weddings and Over the Moon.
She shares her styling recommendations for every occasion (and often by request of her community) on Instagram with her weekly edit
For bridal and event styling connect or view her portfolio on OIB Style. And because your wardrobe is stunning, your garment bag should be, too. Olivia launched Olivet – your statement making travel accessory
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