Wedding fashion goes beyond the binary

Some designers are creating looks that embrace a wider range of gender expressions.
Moments before MJ Zayas and Donald John Krams exchanged vows on September 24, 2022 at The Loft by Bridgeview, an event space in Island Park, New York. Mr. Krams burst into tears when he saw his future wife for the first time. .
“The green was a must. It’s my favorite color,” Mx said. Zayas, who uses the pronoun they. “Wearing this outfit and seeing my husband cry at how beautiful he thought I was were the most affirming and unforgettable moments of my life.”
Mx. Zayas, 32, a grants coordinator at a nonprofit service provider for people with developmental disabilities in Plainview, N.Y., near the couple's home, wore a custom emerald green jacket and skirt matching pleated high waist. They accessorized with combat boots and a large, exaggerated black bow that hung intentionally around their necks — a stark but complementary contrast to the suit Mr. Krams rented from Men's Wearhouse. (Mr. Krams, 34, is an operations associate at Moncler, the luxury coat company.)
Mx. Zayas' outfit was created by Shao Yang, owner of Tailory New York, a clothing company specializing in personalized, inclusive and gender-neutral options.
ImageMJ Zayas wore a custom skirt suit on their wedding day, created by Shao Yang, owner of Tailory New York, a clothing company specializing in custom and non-custom options sexist. .Credit...Déjà Vu Studios
Over the past few years, industry professionals have seen a slight but noticeable increase in gender-neutral wedding attire - a deviation from the feminine. and menswear that defined bridal fashion – especially from designers who were part of the L.G.B.T.Q. community. community and allies who feel responsible for providing inclusive clothing. These clothes are often custom made and can include three-piece suits, jumpsuits, dresses and blazers. More traditional silhouettes can feature dramatic, personalized touches or surprising colors.
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Some designers are creating looks that embrace a wider range of gender expressions.

Moments before MJ Zayas and Donald John Krams exchanged vows on September 24, 2022 at The Loft by Bridgeview, an event space in Island Park, New York. Mr. Krams burst into tears when he saw his future wife for the first time. .

“The green was a must. It’s my favorite color,” Mx said. Zayas, who uses the pronoun they. “Wearing this outfit and seeing my husband cry at how beautiful he thought I was were the most affirming and unforgettable moments of my life.”

Mx. Zayas, 32, a grants coordinator at a nonprofit service provider for people with developmental disabilities in Plainview, N.Y., near the couple's home, wore a custom emerald green jacket and skirt matching pleated high waist. They accessorized with combat boots and a large, exaggerated black bow that hung intentionally around their necks — a stark but complementary contrast to the suit Mr. Krams rented from Men's Wearhouse. (Mr. Krams, 34, is an operations associate at Moncler, the luxury coat company.)

Mx. Zayas' outfit was created by Shao Yang, owner of Tailory New York, a clothing company specializing in personalized, inclusive and gender-neutral options.

ImageMJ Zayas wore a custom skirt suit on their wedding day, created by Shao Yang, owner of Tailory New York, a clothing company specializing in custom and non-custom options sexist. .Credit...Déjà Vu Studios

Over the past few years, industry professionals have seen a slight but noticeable increase in gender-neutral wedding attire - a deviation from the feminine. and menswear that defined bridal fashion – especially from designers who were part of the L.G.B.T.Q. community. community and allies who feel responsible for providing inclusive clothing. These clothes are often custom made and can include three-piece suits, jumpsuits, dresses and blazers. More traditional silhouettes can feature dramatic, personalized touches or surprising colors.

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