6 Ideas For Adding Something Blue to Your Bridal Look

Brides have been adding “something blue” to their bridal ensemble for decades – it was even a favored wedding gown hue before white became the trend. The color blue is meant to symbolize ideals of purity, love, and fidelity. Now, we know that blue isn’t the most subtle color to incorporate into your wedding aesthetic, but this can be the perfect opportunity to add a pop of color to your all-white ensemble. Brides these days are taking a more modern approach to incorporate “something blue” into their bridal ensemble. Opting for fashion-forward bridal accessories like a blue manicure or cocktail ring. Even if blue isn’t in your wedding color palette, there are plenty of ways to use the hue in your bridal ensemble without it being too over the top. These are five of the ways you can seamlessly add a bit of blue into your bridal look for your wedding!

Bridal Shoes

The most common way to include blue in your bridal look is to pair some blue heels, sneakers, or flats with your wedding gown. It’s like a little fashion secret that will peek out from underneath your wedding gown. Even if you want to stick to a more monochromatic ceremony look, you can incorporate blue shoes into your reception look – which if you’re planning on only wearing one wedding dress for the whole day can add some flare to your ensemble!

Bouquet

There isn’t an abundance of blue flowers to choose from, so if you can’t seem to find any that will work for your wedding day, consider wrapping your bouquet in blue silk ribbon. You can choose any shade of blue that will complement your chosen color palette for a cohesive look. If you want a more striking arrangement, add one blue flower into your bouquet for a pop of blue that will stand out amongst a more neutral color palette.

Garter

If you want to keep your “something blue” hidden, line your garter with blue lace or embroider it with your initials in blue stitching. You and your partner may be the only people who will know it’s there, but you can keep it as a memento of your big day. Even if you were planning on skipping out on the garter tradition, you can sew a blue monogram patch into your wedding dress instead for a more personal touch.

Cocktail Ring

Some brides decide to wear no jewelry or very minimal pieces on their wedding day, but if you’re looking to have one standout piece – rock a sapphire ring on your right hand. If you were set on having a diamond engagement ring, this is a great way to incorporate some gemstones into your bridal look without the commitment of an engagement ring. Plus, you can easily reuse a blue cocktail ring post-wedding for an elegant touch to any outfit.

Blue Manicure

Want to stray away from the typical wedding french manicure? You can opt for a bolder choice and have your nails painted any shade of blue from baby blue to sapphire. As we’ve mentioned before, a blue manicure would complement a platinum or gemstone engagement ring, making it shine brighter. You can also add a subtle blue nail detail for a more classic manicure if painting all your nails blue would clash with your bridal ensemble.

Clutch Purse

Stash a few of your wedding day essentials in a bold blue clutch! You’ll need a small purse for the reception where you can keep small items, like your phone and some extra lipstick, so why not use it as an opportunity to bring in the blue. You can partake in the “something blue” tradition without having to commit to a more noticeable bridal accessory. This is also a good choice if you’re looking to purchase a blue accessory you can use after the wedding.

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