"Naked" wedding look?

I think this a beautiful idea. How many people will be at your wedding? It might be odd if your guests are dressed up and you are not, so maybe let them know? Or maybe if you are having second thoughts, you could do your first look or ceremony "stripped down" and get a fun party dress for the reception? The ceremony is the most intimate part of the wedding anyway. I think your courage is amazing

What do you mean by robe? Like a bathrobe? Sorry, I’m little confused lol. Also, will your wedding be on a beach? If not, going without shoes might be little painful lol.

I think you should look any way you prefer. My advice would just be to match formality of your look to that of FH, guest dress code (if you’re having one) & of the wedding reception.

Lastly, there is a big middle ground area in between puffy gown with ton of makeup & perfect hair & the barefoot robe styles. So I’m sure you can find one that fits you the best 🙂

What if you found a basic dress like one of these and then when natural with maybe some simple sandals? I think you could achieve the same 'stripped down' look, without looking like you forgot to finish getting ready.

I think a simpler dress or outfit would be more appropriate. If I went to a wedding and the bride walked out in a robe, all I’d be able to focus on would be the fact that the bride was wearing a bath robe.

What about doing a boudoir photoshoot with that aesthetic?

As a wedding guest, I would feel super awkward if the bride was wearing a robe...

I agree with the others, love the idea but I would probably wear like a very simple sun dress or slip dress. Mostly bc robes can create a lot of opportunity for a wardrobe malfunction since they wrap lol

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I'm thinking about doing the ceremony natural and throwing on some sandals and mascara for the reception so everyone doesn't have to see me in my full glory the whole time lol.

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The wedding is at a banquet hall so my toes might get a little chilly but I think I can handle it. I think a robe like this will be cute.

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View Quoted Comment Ok so it is a bathrobe. Yes, that one is a very cute bathrobe, but it is a bit inappropriate for a wedding, unless you’re having your FH & your guests show up in their lingerie too lol.

May I ask what point are you trying to get across? I totally get going without makeup, as a nod to self-love & embracing yourself just the way you are. Also men don’t wear makeup, so I think it shouldn’t be expected from a woman to wear it either. I also get not wanting a traditional, puffy wedding gown & going for a simple, elegant dress as pp posted some examples of. That would be totally cool!

But showing up in a bathrobe & barefoot to me actually implies being attention seeking (don’t mean to offend you). Also, it’s a bit confusing to pair a banquet hall with this type of vibe. Why banquet hall? Why not a beach or some other way less formal venue? Will your guests show up all formally dressed & then find this bit disrespectful? Lastly, how are you going to dance & move freely in a short, silky robe all night lol?

I agree with the PP that the bride being in a robe would be super awkward. Especially if the guests are dressed up more than the bride. The sentiment I completely understand and appreciate. But it’s your wedding day- you may look back and regret not at least being a dressed up. What about a lacy simple dress instead of a robe like the 2 pictures I attached? It’s still a pretty dress but not quite a wedding dress. I would also wear some cute sandals with it. Good luck with whatever you decide.

This is an interesting idea for a private elopement type situation, just you and your FS (and officiant and maybe photographer haha) out in the elements somewhere in nature. But the second there are guests involved, it moves into awkward territory. I have a lot of family and friends that I’d feel uncomfortable gawking at if they were only in a robe, not to mention how self conscious *id* feel having dressed up in my wedding-guest-best only to find a bride in a robe. Robe is cool for private ceremony, awkward for guests.
I do think there is middle ground though; simple, understated dress. Minimal or no makeup. Artfully simplistic. I’m all on board with not succumbing to the bridal glamor ritual, but there’s a lot between that and being almost naked.

If you wouldn’t show up at someone else’s wedding wearing a literal bathrobe, please don’t wear one to your own. Everyone will feel so awkward and will absolutely side eye you for it. You can definitely not wear makeup, have your natural hair, simple/no shoes, all that, but please wear proper clothes that are meant to be worn out of the house, not a robe that’s intended to be loungewear/pajamas. You can get a very simple dress or even pants and a top if you want!

I like the idea your going for of loving and fully embracing your natural self but I don't think the way you want to go about it would be appropriate. Not wearing makeup and without your hair done are fine but the robe idea is not a good one, it doesn't fit the event or venue. I would suggest a simple dress and simple shoes. You don't have to literally be naked for the vibe you want.

You'll wear a robe with all your guests? Will your groom and guests be dressed very casual as well?

As a guest, i'd be super confused and awkward about the robe- I honestly wouldn't be able to get past the idea that you had forgotten to put on your dress and had stayed in your prep robe. It's pretty, but not appropriate. I agree strongly with PP that you should wear a simple, casual bridal dress instead- your point will come across better

And it's a great point, you just want it to land with your crowd.

I really don't like the bathrobe idea but I am all for the no makeup and natural hair if you find a simple, boho dress.

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View Quoted Comment I think changing it up for the reception is a great idea. I also know my fiance and he would not be okay with me being half naked in front of our family and friends. He is totally on board with what I want but I know it would make him a little uncomfortable. That "naked/natural" is something for him and I respect that. How does your fiance feel about this idea?
I would also be worried about wardrobe malfunctions. I wouldn't be able to properly dance around or hug my guests without a boob falling out LOL. Bottom line is, it's your day. Talk with your fiance and see what he thinks. If you decide to go bathrobe path, maybe get a pin or something more than just the tie to hold it all together and prevent unwanted flashing

I love the idea of no makeup/jewelry and natural hair, but I would stop there. Go with a simple dress, but a robe would look like you aren’t finished getting ready, or that you are skipping right to your wedding night and not appropriate for your ceremony. Also, if you are getting married in a banquet hall, I would keep some sort of shoes on, even just a super simple pair of sandals.

I get the going natural, having a bare face...feeling like you don't want to be all done up. The wearing a robe part is a pretty hard point to convey to your guests. From a guest perspective if I were to go out of my way to buy a dress, travel for the wedding, and I showed up and the bride was undone like that I would be confused and almost offended like wtf if I tried why couldn't she?I commend you for having the will to put yourself out there like that, I just don't think it's the right venue or crowd.