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How One Wool Sweater Covered A Whole Wedding Weekend

A micro-wedding weekend in the Canadian Rockies, from a morning coffee run to a photo shoot by a mountain lake and a first snowfall.

A charcoal quarter-zip sweater on a wooden hanger hooked over a ladder, in front of a wide window onto autumn forest and mountains
A smiling woman in a charcoal quarter-zip sweater and cream trousers, sitting cross-legged in a green leather armchair by a window over autumn hills

A Wedding Planned Around The Details

The best part about a micro-wedding is the space to focus on personal details. We were not interested in many of the aspects of a large wedding. But we did care deeply about creating a meaningful experience for our guests that honored our relationship.

We wanted to put care into planning the entire weekend, to make it a special experience. Plus, with an entire weekend to plan for instead of just one day, I had to think about what outfits would be comfortable, stylish, and versatile.

The Charcoal color added just the right amount of sophistication to my outfits, while the All-Season Quarter Zip style offered space for casual pairings as well.

A smiling woman in a charcoal quarter-zip sweater and a white lace skirt, holding up her ring hand beside a turquoise mountain lake
A groom in a blue suit and a bride in a charcoal quarter-zip sweater over a white lace gown with a long train, embracing on the shore of a turquoise lake below a snowy peak

What Should You Wear While Getting Ready For Your Wedding?

Something warm that opens at the front, so it comes off over finished hair and makeup without being pulled over your head.

As any bride knows, for a wedding morning outfit, details matter. The yak wool material of my sweater kept me warm on an early morning coffee run that my partner and I used as a chance for a quiet moment together. This was a moment that we prioritized.

As the day progressed, I kept my sweater on throughout my hair and makeup, knowing that the Quarter Zip would give me plenty of space for safely changing later on.

While we did not have a photographer on our wedding day, we chose to have an intimate photo shoot on our own instead later in the week as we spent time exploring the area.

It was freezing during the photo shoot, and I pulled my sweater on and off to stay warm without ruining my hair. I even got to snap a few photos with it on. I love the way the Charcoal pops against the beautiful Emerald Lake.

A smiling woman in sunglasses, a charcoal quarter-zip sweater and jeans, leaning on a railing above a rushing river in a rocky canyon
A woman in a charcoal quarter-zip sweater and cream trousers, reclining on a brown sofa with a mug beside tall windows over a forest

The Morning After, And A Snowfall

A weekend in the mountains can bring along warm days and very cold nights, and Canada was no exception.

On the day after our wedding, our group took a hike in a nearby park to enjoy the beauty of the changing trees. The sun was warm, despite a chill in the air, and the breathability of my yak wool sweater allowed me to stay comfortable.

On our last night, after a beautiful and sunny weekend, we even experienced a sudden and magical snowfall. For moments like these, I was able to pull on my Oliver Charles sweater to add an extra layer of warmth, knowing that the style would pair effortlessly with whatever I was wearing.

In the end, my Oliver Charles Quarter Zip became more than just a one-time wear item for my wedding; it became a part of our wedding weekend story.

From casual outings to the most formal moments, it was the item of clothing I reached for again and again. It allowed me to stay comfortable and feel stylish throughout the entire weekend and will now forever hold memories of these special moments.

Which Of Our Sweaters Goes To A Wedding?

The All-Season Quarter Zip, in Charcoal like this one or in several other colors, polished enough for a dress and easy with jeans. For a wedding in real cold, our Winter Sweaters are the warmer choice.

Packs Flat

Resists wrinkles, so it can ride under the wedding shoes in a suitcase and still look pressed.

Fresh To The Last Dinner

Resists odor. Worn from Friday to Sunday, it needs no wash in between.

Ready For Mountain Weather

Keeps warmth in when the air turns cold and lets heat out on a sunny trail, which suits a weekend of both.

Home-Washable

The All-Season Quarter Zip goes in the washing machine, so the laundry after the wedding is one easy load.

Kept For Years

We repair any sweater we make for life. The one from your wedding can stay in your closet.

Seamless

3D-knit without seams, smooth enough to lie flat over a lace gown.

Wool For A Wedding Weekend FAQ

Can You Wear A Sweater To A Wedding?

Yes, as a layer over a dress for a cool morning or evening, in a fine knit and a plain, dark color that reads as polished.

How Many Outfits Do You Need For A Wedding Weekend?

One for each planned event and one for travel and downtime. Plan them around two or three colors, so shoes and layers can be shared across the days.

What Should You Wear To An Outdoor Fall Wedding?

Something a warm layer goes over: a dress or a suit that takes a fine knit on top, and shoes that cope with grass. The All-Season Quarter Zip in this post did that job from the ceremony to the evening.

Every good wardrobe starts with owning less and owning better.

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