A Slow Wedding Wardrobe

A meaningful wedding wardrobe essential to any intentional celebration. If you’re in the early dreaming stages—or simply gathering inspiration—I wanted to share a glimpse into mine.

I recently got married in Ojai, California, surrounded by mountains, orange blossoms, and our closest family and friends. I documented parts of the week on film, including a few pieces from my wedding wardrobe and designs from our collection Flora y Alma. A few months later, I’m sharing a closer look at how each piece came together.

The Dress

I began with a simple vision: vintage lace, soft and slightly romantic, something that felt both classic but modern. I was drawn to old Spanish bridal imagery and 1920s silhouettes—timeless, feminine, but lived-in.

I searched everywhere I could think of—online vintage shops, Etsy, secondhand sites—but nothing felt quite right. I wanted something natural, a little sensual, still refined.

Eventually, I found a secondhand bridal shop nearby. I went with my family for what was meant to be a casual appointment. In the middle of a rack of lace and silk, I saw this dress.

I tried it on before anyone else arrived. When my mom and sister-in-law came in later, they both went straight to the same dress without knowing I’d already tried it. It fit perfectly. It truly felt like it was made for me.

That it was secondhand made it even more meaningful—something already lived in, ready for its next chapter.

The Jewelry

The dress set the tone for everything that followed: dried eucalyptus, soft florals, candlelight-- quiet romance.

I wore an heirloom engagement ring passed down from my mom, and paired it with a wedding band I designed, now the CORDA ring—simple, solid gold, two forms coming together while still remaining distinct.

From there, I began designing the earrings, which became the FLORA set.

I started with material first, as I often do. I found vintage baroque freshwater pearls—imperfect, organic, deeply beautiful—and built around them. The earrings took the shape of soft petals with a hammered matte finish.

I then created a matching necklace and bracelet, inspired by ancient collar forms I’ve always loved in museums. Each piece can stand alone or be worn together, shaped by the same language of pearl and floral form.

The result is a collection of modern heirlooms—soft, natural, and quietly expressive.

The FLORA set

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The Reception Look

For the evening, I changed into something easier to move in. I found a vintage Battenburg lace dress that felt effortless and light—something I could dance in without thinking.

I paired it with kitten heels, later switching into cowboy boots as the night went on. A lace headscarf and cropped wool coat kept me warm for the drive in our 1973 Mercedes.

It was simple, comfortable, and fully about movement and joy.

SHOP FOUND

If you’re looking for a wedding wardrobe aligned with your values, start with feeling over form. Build a loose vision, then explore secondhand, handmade, or heirloom pieces that already carry a sense of life.

Ask vintage sellers to source for you. Look locally. Alter something old. Borrow something meaningful.

There’s something grounding about wearing pieces made slowly, or worn before you. It sets a tone of presence for a day that’s really about connection.

We also have a small collection of beautiful bridal vintage pieces in our Found section—pieces chosen with this same intention in mind, for anyone looking to create something personal, lived-in, and quietly special.

xx

Michelle

From vintage to heirloom, borrowed to handmade, there are more options than ever to create an intentional wedding wardrobe that is true to you and your values. Our founder Michelle takes us through the journey of creating her own ensembles for her special day, featuring her latest FLORA collection.
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