If you're a bride-to-be looking to break away from the traditional wedding dress mold, bridal separates may just be the perfect option for you.
Modern brides are craving versatility and convertibility. And the emergence of trending two piece wedding styles, allows you to mix-and-match tops and bottoms to create a custom bridal look that reflects your unique style. With endless combinations and styles to choose from, you can use bridal separates to make a wedding day look that is all your own. It is easy to mix-and-match just a few pieces for all of your wedding events from your bridal shower to your big day. And as an added bonus, you can often times rewear bridal separates pieces long after your wedding day has come and gone. But we have to say that one of our favorite things about bridal separates is how you can create two completely different styles with just 3 pieces. So if you are intrigued by the possibilities of a two piece wedding style, then dig into this list of 20 mix-and-match bridal separates.
01. Karen Willis Holmes: Trending Pearls
Lean into the "pearlcore" fashion trend with this first bridal separates look from Karen Willis Holmes. This chic look features an irresistible A-line tulle skirt dotted with pearl details and a clean cropped V-neck top. This look is flirty and feminine and these pieces are perfect for mixing-and-matching your style all day long.
02. Anthropology: Unconventional Separates
For the unconventional bride who is looking to make a modern statement on her wedding day - this next look is for you. This bridal separates style is made up of a matching two-piece bridal look. Featuring a chic cropped top and wide leg pants that are fully embroidered in lace and beading.
03. Catherine Deane: 1970's Inspired
Inspired by the free spirited styles of the 1970's, this next bridal separates style from Catherine Deane has it all. This look features the most dreamy beaded tulle top with a sophisticated boat neckline and whimsical flared sleeves. This gorgeous top is paired with a fitted buttery ivory crêpe skirt that creates the perfect contrast of fabrics.
04 Elizabeth Fillmore: Timeless Glamour
With all of the sophisticated elegance of Old Hollywood Glam, this next bridal separates look from Elizabeth Fillmore is luxe, yet minimal. This glam bridal separates pairing features a silk charmeuse tuxedo halter top and a matching fitted pencil skirt. We love this look paired with a slicked back hairstyle and oversized glam earrings!
05. Daughters of Simone: Gold Bridal Suit
One of the biggest trends we are seeing with bridal separates is the emergence of more bridal pantsuits styles. We love the feminine twist that is being put on these menswear inspired looks. And we are absolutely in love with this chic gold wedding suit from Daughters of Simone. This pairing features a more traditional lapel collared blazer that is paired with modern cropped pants. And both pieces features the most dreamy golden textured.
06. Anna Campbell: Mixing Textures
Bridal separates allow you to mix different fabrics and textures to create new and exciting wedding styles. It is hard not to love this fully sequined top from Anna Campbell. And it is paired here with a free flowing silk chiffon skirt which creates an irresistible contrast in textures. With separates like these, it is easy to swap out the top for a more modest long sleeve style for your ceremony, or ditch the full length skirt for a mini to create a party-ready reception style. The options are endless!
07. Sarah Seven: Chic Fitted Two Piece
We are just loving this next two piece bridal look from Sarah Seven. So chic and modern, and just a bit sassy. This bridal separates style features a ruched banded top with crystal embellishments and a matching mid length pencil skirt. These matching separates look great together, but they would be easy to mix-and-match to change up your style. For instance, pair this top with the flowing silk chiffon skirt from the previous look to dress up the style. And you will want to rewear this bandeau top under your favorite blazer or leather jacket again and again after your big day.
08. Danielle Frankel: Couture Bridal Separates
Looking for a modern, couture bridal separates style for your wedding day? Then you don't want to miss this next combination from Danielle Frankel. This look features a strapless lace appliqué bustier with draped tulle accent at hips and tailored menswear inspired pants with a tuxedo stripe down the side. This couture, modern interpretation of bridal wear is sure to leave a lasting impression.
09. Rime Arodaky: Two Piece Florals
This two piece bridal set from Rime Arodaky is absolutely dreamy. Featuring a chic cropped top with sheer sleeves and 3D floral accents and a fitted crepe mermaid skirt with matching floral appliqué. This confident bridal look is sure to leave everyone in awe.
10. Catherine Deane: Perfectly Paired Separates
Bridal separates give you the ability to mix-and-match different tops and bottoms for your wedding day look. But that doesn't mean that you have to show off your midsection if you don't want to. Catherine Deane shows us how to create a more modest bridal separates style with these perfectly paired pieces. This look features a geometric pearl encrusted sweetheart bodice that pairs effortlessly with a high waisted taffeta skirt. Since the skirt fits over the base of the top, this look has the appearance of a one piece gown, which means a less exposed midsection for a more sophisticated style.
11. Anthropology: Ruffled Separates
Bridal separates allow you to play with different pairing to create a look that puts a twist on traditional bridal fashion. And we are loving the textures of this next look. Features a chic cropped bustier top with a unique ruffled neckline and a captivating tiered pleated skirt. Mix-and-match different tops with this skirt to change up your look. And you can even rewear this adorable bustier for other bridal events or even after your wedding day has come and gone.
12. Mira Zwillinger: Chic Modern Lace
Traditional bridal lace, but with a modern twist. We are loving this next bridal separates look from Mira Zwillinger. Featuring a Guipure lace long sleeve top with a high neckline and matching high waisted lace pants. It would be so easy to swap in a skirt for your ceremony for a more "traditional" bridal look - and then switch to these chic matching pants for your reception style!
13. Grace Loves Lace: Bold Florals
Get ready to fall in love with the bold floral design of this next bridal separates style from Grace Loves Lace. This matching two piece bridal look is made from two layers of silk that are accented with Grace Love Lace's floral burnout design. This set combines a chic cropped top with trending puff sleeves and elastic hems, with full skirt that features a dramatic train.
14. Chosen by KYHA: Disco Ball
Get ready to feel like an ultra glamorous disco ball in this next bridal separates pairing. This look features a matching two-piece bridal style made up of a bandeau top with thin straps and dramatic wide leg pants. Both pieces are covered completely in dazzling sequins creating a lavish and modern bridal look like nothing else.
15. Catherine Deane: Modern Ball Gown Separates
Catherine Deane shows us how to play with bridal separates to create a modern take on a traditional bridal ball gown. This chic look features a minimal taffeta bustier with visible structure and thin spaghetti straps. This top is paired with a full ball gown skirt with a sweeping train, broad waistband and even side pockets! We love this modern twist on a ball gown for our confident contemporary brides out there.
16. Fame and Partners: Casual Chic
Modern brides are demanding more casual, and unique bridal styles. And this next two-piece bridal look from Fame and Partners gives you just that. This chic set pairs a cropped halter top with an ankle length mermaid skirt. A confident bridal separates style that would be perfect for a less formal wedding day, or that dreamy destination elopement you are planning!
17. Catherine Deane: Confident Contemporary
This confident and contemporary bridal look is just what youthful brides are looking for. This pairing features a chic bandeau top with detachable spaghetti straps and matching luxurious stretch crêpe trousers. Dress up the look with a full skirt for your ceremony. And then slip into these trending high waisted trousers for a confident and youthful reception style.
18. Watters: Vintage Inspired Twiggy Lace
Inspired by vintage twiggy lace, this next bridal separates look is made up of dreamiest matching lace top and pants. The cropped lace top features stunning scalloped lace edges that lead in beautifully to the high waisted wide leg trousers. We love this look for a more casual wedding day, or for a trending reception look. And you can pair this cropped top with a full skirt for a more formal ceremony style.
19. Rime Arodaky: Cherry Blossom Two Piece
Made from matte silk, this stunning matching bridal separates look from Rime Arodaky is absolutely irresistible. This look features a chic high neck cropped top with feminine cap sleeves and all over cherry blossom lace accents. The matching high waisted skirt features a dramatic front slit and matching cherry blossom accents.
20. Fame and Partners: Matte Satin Set
The simplicity of these next bridal separates makes them easy to mis-and-match with other pieces. Both top and bottom in this set are made from luxe matte satin. The top features a draped design with spaghetti straps and the skirt has a slightly flared floor length silhouette with a side front slit. This look is just what modern brides are looking for.
By Kathryn Schrotenboer