Brides agree that after a year or more of planning, day-of wedding events go by in a blur! But the romantic wedding day feels do not have to end after the big day is done. Modern couples are creating special anniversary traditions to bring back the happy memories and romantic vibes of their event year after year.
The biggest 2021 trend for recent brides looking to plan the perfect anniversary? Newlyweds are making the fun, sustainable decision to transform their wedding dress into one-of-a-kind heirloom designs to enjoy year after year. Unbox the Dress is making this process fun and foolproof for any woman who loved her wedding dress.
Check out these 5 fresh ways to celebrate your anniversary, including special designs to make from the unique fabric and embellishments of your dress!
1. Revisit the Wedding Venue
Made from Your Dress: The Anniversary Top & Date Night Clutch
Does your wedding venue also offer a regular dinner service? Save your visit back to the venue for your once-a-year tradition. If you got married outside, ask the venue owners if you can plan a luxury picnic on-site as you walk down memory line.
Make the night extra special with an Anniversary Top made from the unique fabric and lace of your wedding dress. Complete the look with a pair of dark jeans and a blazer for an outfit that’s fresh and romantic. Don’t forget your Date Night Clutch Purse also made from your dress!
Did you wear a special perfume on your wedding day? Scents are powerfully linked to memory – so make sure to add a spritz for the finishing touch!
2. Plan a Mini Moon
Made from Your Dress: The Kathleen Floor-Length Robe
There’s no better excuse to get away from all the hustle and bustle of daily life than an anniversary. Revisit the location of your honeymoon for some quality time, rest and relaxation.
Don’t forget to pack your Kathleen Floor-Length Robe made from the fabric of your wedding gown. Romantic with a hint of drama, this look is perfect for sipping hot coffee on your balcony over brunch and feeling like a total lady. Pair it with fuzzy pink slippers for the ultimate old Hollywood moment.
Amp up the romance by packing the vow books from your wedding day and reciting the words to one another.
3. Mini-Getaway
Made from Your Dress: The Sheer Anniversary Robe
Don’t have the budget or time off to revisit your honeymoon destination? Don’t worry – one night away can be just as restorative and magical! Check out local AirBNBs for a unique place to stay within a drive, like a treehouse, cabin, or beach house. If you love the location, you can revisit it each year as a new tradition.
A slightly more practical version of the Kathleen Floor-Length robe, the Sheer Anniversary Robe is just as special. Remember that feeling when you found “The One”? (Your wedding dress we mean!) You’ll feel that same sense of confidence and beauty in a sheer, short number made from your dress – plus it’s the perfect mix of classy yet sexy!
4. Staycation
Made from Your Dress: The Luxe Nightgown
The magic of your wedding day can be recreated right from the comfort of your own home. Order-in food that matches the favorite part of your wedding day meal, rewatch your wedding video or look through your album!
The Luxe Nightgown is comfortable, flirty, and just the thing to make you feel special, even in your own house. Your partner’s jaw is sure to hit the floor!
Don’t forget to play your song and slow dance.
5. Breakfast in Bed
Made from Your Dress: Swing Shorts
For a fun and easy treat-your-self celebration, spend all Saturday in bed together! Order-in brunch (who wants to deal with cooking and dishes?) And watch your favorite wedding-themed TV episodes and movies.
Comfortable, practical and still super-special, the swing shorts are perfect for lounging in style. Pair them with a soft cotton cami, or amp up the look with the Sheer Anniversary Robe on top.
Did you save the top of your cake? Who says you can’t eat cake in bed! If you skipped this tradition, you can also order dessert for two from your wedding bakery, or simply replicate the cake’s flavors with an order from a local shop if you live far away from your wedding destination.
There are so many ways to relive the magic of your wedding on your anniversary – and even set new traditions to revisit year after year!
The experts at Unbox the Dress have worked with thousands of wedding dresses – and have a talented, trustworthy team of Graceful Sewers ready to help you make something magical from your dress! Just don’t forget to plan ahead, as production of your heirlooms takes 4-6 weeks from the time your dress arrives at the Unbox the Dress studio in Winston Salem, NC.
Planning on starting a family and interested in creating something from your dress for your future kiddos? No worries! Wedding Dresses have enough fabric and lace to make a whole collection of heirlooms, like this cutie pie baptism gown. They also offer “Mommy & Me” bundles to make the process a breeze!
Visit www.unboxthedress.com to learn more!
