Every bride should enter her marriage armed and prepared with something borrowed. We've added happy wife wisdom to that list of things and no worries it will not make you blue. We spoke with Marcilla Haslett, owner of Latres Lingerie and what she shares will take you from honeymoon flight to cozy spent nights at home with your love. Prepare to take your trousseau journal from bride to wife.
Toiletries
What are your favorite perfumes and lotions? What fragrances does your new spouse like on you? It never hurts to have a few different fragrances in your trousseau. I suggest something elegant like, Leila Lou by Rose Jane, Tom Ford Velvet Orchid, AERIN Evening Rose and you can never go wrong with Chanel No. 5. While traveling on your honeymoon, a bride should have little things handy in her carry on travel bag. Such hand towels, toothbrush, cotton wipes, pens organizer etc.
Luggage
Luggage is a great gift for new couples. If you are not gifted with them invest in a carry on, tote or suit bag they are perfect for trips around the world or just short getaways together. One of my favorite pieces of luggage is Goyard. Valextra and Tumi also have a variety of styles at different price points.
Household
New bed linen for your 1st night home from your honeymoon or ceremony is essential. Mix fun casual linen brands like ABC and H.D. Buttercup or Society, and if you want something a bit more elegant try Egyptian Giza cotton sheets. Never underestimate the versatility of candles. They double for romantic dinners and energy savers for new couples starting out on a budget. Be sure to stock up on your favorite candles but also be adventurous, choose a new scent together. Men and women are loving the woodsy scents these days.
Books
Choose elegant books with home comforts inside. Couples can always use a go to resource for how to entertain, remove stains, or care for a new home. You’re entering a new life journey so you want your new home to feel like home for the two of you.
Lingerie
Now we get to the fun part.It is a must for a bride to have a nice piece of designer lingerie packed. Don’t wait to the last minute and don’t expect to get that signature set from your bridal shower. Start shopping early in your wedding planning process. You want quality, tasteful but sexy pieces that you will be able to keep, look back on, and wear again.
Add something vintage to your collection. Maybe a silk scarf that belonged to your mother. Purchase a nice timeless dress that you can wear years from now on a special holiday or anniversary. Maybe a nice silk slip that can be worn out. Many brides purchase silk slips for their honeymoon vacation. Tylynn Nguyen has beautiful slip designs. So remember dear brides to not only prepare for your honeymoon destination but for your journey as husband and wife living together in a home you design.
*Speaking of vintage be sure to properly store tablecloths or bed linen passed down to you.
Latres has a great selection of designer lingerie
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I didn’t have any of that really for my wedding don’t really need those sorts of things. If I would have another wedding maybe a few of the things you listed.
Tara, not all brides have a trousseau, but it is always good to have what is practical for you and your family.
With my sisters wedding coming up next weekend, these are great tips I’ll pass onto her!
thanks for sharing it Robin!
One of my favorite gifts that we received for our wedding was some deep pocket sheets. We still use them today almost 10 years later. These are some great ideas!
Melanie that must be great for cooler weather.
This is a beautiful and elegant post as most bridal posts are. It’s also practical as your list contains items every bride needs.
Beth || http://www.TheStyleBouquet.com
Thank you Beth.
These are all very essential for a bride and packing early definitely eases the stress.
Yes Oyinkan, I agree. Packing early is a big one.
This is a great list- I would also add some Diamonds and a nice watch. Doesn’t have to be too extravagant but I’ve used my diamonds studs and watch a whole lot after marriage.
Devi diamonds and watches to make great heirloom gifts. great idea.
Books would be a big one for me. I love to read! Although they wouldn’t be elegant.
My lingerie would probably come from Target if I’m being honest. But my husband and I got married in a courthouse, so we didn’t really have a honeymoon.
Books are big for me too Amber. My mom gave me my father’s family dictionary recently and I cherish it.
Lingerie is very important. I still have some pieces from when I was married twelve years ago!
Quality lingerie lasts. That’s great.
If I ever got married again this would be a great list to refer to. Nice post
Thank you.
I did even know what a trousseau was until this post. I probably would have a few of these things
Thank you.
This was really interesting to read as I’m getting married next summer! I’ll definitely keep this on hand.
La Belle Sirene
Glad it is a help to you Courtney.
What a nice list. I love the idea of the books for inspiration and ideas! Lingerie is always nice too 🙂
Yes Janine, Helping the bride set up her home and marriage life is fun shopping 🙂
Great advice! Books is a huge one for me, I’m a big reader!
I eloped. Now I miss not having the wedding.
Great tips and suggestions, these are all very helpful and I know someone who will be happy for me to share this post with her. Perfect timing.