At Lovella Bridal, we love sharing our expert bridal styling advice and wedding dress shopping tips for brides of all shapes and sizes. We know that loves comes in many forms and your fashion choices should reflect that same uniqueness and beauty. When it comes to our two brides couples, that means twice as much amazing bridal fashion! But as a two bride couple, you might be wondering how to style two wedding gowns. Do you opt for a matching look and choose the same silhouette and style? Or do you opt for what speaks to each individual? How can you ensure complimentary bridal style while also expressing your own personal style?
When it comes to a bride and groom wedding, the groom is most likely going to wear standard wedding fashion in the form of a suit or tuxedo. Of course, groom fashion has come a long way with different colors and patterned suit jackets, but it's likely going to be some variation of a formal suit. When it comes to a bride and bride wedding, the sky is really the limit for mixing and matching bridal fashion. We often hear from our two bride couples who are looking for advice on how to coordinate wedding dresses so they complement, rather than clash, on the big day.
Whether you're planning a joint shopping experience or keeping your final looks a surprise, we’re here to guide you with expert advice and thoughtful styling tips. Today, we’re diving into the world of wedding wardrobe coordination for two brides, from silhouette suggestions to creative ways to shop without spoiling the surprise.
Video: Top Tips For Matching Wedding Dresses For Two Brides
If you are a two bride couple who is ready to shop for bridal fashion, you likely have many questions about the wedding dress shopping and styling experience. Should you shop together? If you shop separately, how can you ensure your attire will be complimentary for those long-lasting wedding photos? Before you make any decisions about your wedding day outfits, be sure to watch our latest bridal fashion advice video sharing our top tips for matching wedding dresses for two brides.
Start With a Shared Vision (or Don’t!)
Before you ever step into a bridal boutique, have a conversation as a couple. Do you want to match? Coordinate? Completely surprise each other? There’s no one right answer. Some couples want a cohesive look and shop together, while others treasure that big “reveal” moment on wedding day and prefer to shop separately.
Here’s the good news: Both approaches can be absolutely stunning.
If you choose to coordinate, think about things like silhouette, fabric type, or color family. If you’re each expressing your individual style, lean into your unique fashion preferences and trust that the love between you will tie everything together, no matter what you wear.
Enlist a Trusted Third Party
If you want to keep your looks a surprise but still coordinate, bring in a mutual friend or trusted stylist. A third party can attend both dress appointments, help guide decisions, and keep track of details like fabric tones and silhouettes without spilling any secrets.
This option is especially helpful if both brides are shopping at the same store, or even better, working with the same stylist. At Lovella Bridal, we’ve had the honor of styling both brides for the same wedding, creating looks that feel connected, without sacrificing individual personality.
Play With “Same Same But Different”
We love the concept of "same same but different”. This is a subtle, sophisticated way to complement without matching exactly. Think similar silhouettes in different fabrics. Or two gowns in varying shades of ivory, champagne, or blush. You might each wear lace, but in different styles or placements.
Another chic idea? Pair a structured satin gown with a softer tulle style. Add drama with a ball gown for one bride and an elegant fit-and-flare for the other. The contrast creates visual interest while still feeling cohesive.
Consider More Than Dresses
Matching doesn’t always mean two gowns. At Lovella, we’ve styled couples where one wears a stunning bridal suit while the other opts for a classic dress. A satin bridal suit can look beautifully luxe beside a flowing silk gown or a sleek minimalist design.
Don’t be afraid to push fashion boundaries. Mix shapes, textures, and designers. This is your love story and your wardrobe should reflect it in all its uniqueness.
When in Doubt, Hire a Professional Stylist
If fashion coordination feels overwhelming, a bridal stylist can be a game-changer. A great stylist will listen to your individual tastes, understand the vibe of your wedding, and help create a visual harmony between both bridal looks, even if you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for yet.
A professional brings together all the puzzle pieces: venue, vibe, personal style, and even logistics, like fabrics that photograph beautifully together. They’ll guide you to dresses you may not have considered, but will ultimately fall in love with.
Confidence Is The Ultimate Match
At the end of the day, the most important rule is this: Choose what makes you feel confident and beautiful. Whether that’s a full-length gown, a flirty mini, a structured suit, or something else entirely, your wedding attire should feel like you.
As we often say at Lovella: Your wedding dress is the most important garment you’ll ever wear. It will be photographed, remembered, and passed down through generations. Pick what lights you up inside and trust that when you feel good, you look amazing, no matter what your partner is wearing.
More Helpful Wedding Dress Shopping Advice
We hope you have found this advice helpful for what to consider when choosing and styling wedding dresses for two brides. For even more helpful advice when it comes to bridal styling and the wedding dress shopping experience, be sure to check out our past posts:
- How to Match Same Sex Wedding Outfits
- How To Accessorize & Style Your Wedding Dress
- Experimenting with Wedding Dress Styles: Tips To Keeping an Open Mind
About Lovella
If you're shopping for your perfect wedding dress, come visit us at Lovella Bridal in Glendale, CA. We carry wedding dresses in all sizes and styles, including plus-size bridal gowns and a full selection of veils and accessories. Lovella Bridal is the premier, luxury bridal wedding dress shopping boutique located in Los Angeles, California. Lovella features couture, feminine, modern and chic bridal gowns in all sizes from the best wedding dress designers. Schedule an appointment to find the wedding dress of your dreams at Lovella Bridal. We can't wait to help you!
About Wedding Fashion Expert
Our wedding dress shopping tips and advice are from Nayri, Lovella's own, in-house wedding fashion expert. Nayri is truly the expert when it comes to bridal fashion and wedding style. As the Wedding Fashion Expert, Nayri is the top bridal fashion stylist and the best-selling author of the book "I'm Getting Married And I Have Nothing To Wear," the ultimate guide to helping brides find their wedding day style and their perfect wedding dress. You can subscribe to her YouTube channel or listen to her podcast for more helpful and practical advice on wedding dress shopping.
