I crocheted my wedding dress & my husband-to-be’s suit – haters say it looks tacky but we loved it
WHEN it comes to picking a wedding dress, most of us want something that stands out from the crowd.
And one woman went all out to make sure she did by creating her own wedding day outfit to match her husband.
Tymesha Triggs, from the US, decided to crochet her own wedding dress and even made her husband a matching tuxedo.
The crochet masterhand crafted her floor-length bridal gown, as well as her groom’s tuxedo, for their June 29 nuptials.
“It was a Crotchet Crochet kind of wedding day,” exclaimed Tymesha, a needlework fashionista from Ohio, in the Facebook caption of her and hubby Ricardo Scott’s DIY “I Do” attire.
The bride is the owner of the Crochet Crochet & Accessories and knitted the outfits alone with her bridesmaids in just 30 days with “no sleep,” she joked.
She crocheted the princess style frock and added organza ruffles to the back to create the illusion of a veil.
To top off the crocheted dress, Tymesha also created matching earrings, gloves and even a tiara to complete her ensemble.
And that’s not all, her husband who clearly loves Tymesha’s passion for crochet sported a white crochet suit topped with a matching hat and tux pocket.
Since tying the knot, the newlywed designer has nicknamed herself and Scott the “#CrochetCouple.”
Her bridesmaid for the even also sported crochet dresses in an aqua-blue hue with a slit going up the leg.
The incredible dedication to the look has gone viral, with many people floored by how much work the outfits took.
The Facebook post has since gone viral on their social media account Crochet Crochet & accessories.
Plenty of people took to the comments to congratulate the couple and the hard work she put in to their outfits.
One person wrote: “This is absolutely beautiful… so talented and creative. Love love.”
Another commented: “You did and awesome job, I Love it. Keep the good work up.”
Wedding Dress Trends 2024
Sophie Creed, bridal designer and founder of bridal brand e&w Couture shared the most popular wedding dress designs for this year.
Sustainable Chic
Bridal fashion in 2024 is embracing a powerful shift towards sustainability, with brides looking closely at what fabrics are being used to make the dresses.
Many brides are also looking to wear a second-hand dress or a vintage number.
Boho Bliss
The bohemian aesthetic is effortless and laid-back elegance – ideal for relaxed weddings. Whether in a garden, on a beach, or under the stars, the boho trend is also great for nature-inspired weddings.
Couples opting for outdoor venues, and bohemian-inspired dresses with flowing silhouettes, floral lace, and whimsical details with blend in with the natural setting. It’s about bringing the romance of the outdoors into the wedding wardrobe.
Bohemian-inspired dresses often feature vintage-inspired lace, flowing sleeves, and ethereal details that stand the test of time.
Satin Elegance
Satin wedding dresses are capturing the hearts of brides who appreciate the marriage of modern simplicity and classic luxury.
This trend suits weddings that prioritize an elegant, refined aesthetic, making it an ideal choice for formal celebrations, chic city weddings, or any event where the bride envisions herself in a gown that exudes sophistication and grace.
Bold Romance
Oversized and bold modern showcase a shift in bridal fashion.
This trend is for the bride who dares to be different, breaking away from tradition and embracing a vibrant, contemporary aesthetic on the most important day of her life.
“You have an amazing talent. Love this. Congratulations,” penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: “OMG this is absolutely beautiful and the most beautiful work of art congratulations to you both.”
However, as the story became viral online some meanies revealed they hated the look.
“That’s worse than tacky,” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “Looks like the toilet bowl and TP covers in my grandma’s bathroom.”
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