Even though college students aren’t exactly the target demographic for bridal collections (especially designer ones), wedding dresses are so beautiful you can’t help but look. And drool. So why not make all that drooling productive and get some outfit inspiration?

Even though most wedding dresses are white and long, there’s no reason you can’t take fashion inspiration from them. It just might not be as easy as taking inspiration from, say, your favorite influencer’s OOTD.

If you can appreciate the beauty of these special white dresses, read on for some bridal-inspired outfits that can absolutely work in the life of the independent, career-driven, “I’m-not-getting-married-anytime-soon” college girl.

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The Inspo: Monique Lhuillier

Monique Lhuillier’s bridal collections are of the dreamy, fairytale-and-frothy lace variety. Even though you might not plan on showing up to class in a ball gown anytime soon, you CAN copy this dress’s gorgeous detailing. 

Copy the… Embroidery

Products: Gold Earrings – Macy’s, Pink Gloss – Clinique, Lace Kimono – Shoptiques, Embroidered Bodysuit – Charlotte Russe, Phone Case – Shoptiques, Rollerball Scent – Sephora, Navy Flats – Vince Camuto, Straw Tote – Nordstrom, Jeans – Articles of Society

This look takes the floral embroidery of the wedding dress and makes it class-appropriate on a bodysuit and a kimono – paired with jeans so it doesn’t look TOO over-the-top. Geometric earrings contrast with the femininity of the florals, while bow flats are cute AND comfy. A straw tote is summer-ready, as is this wildflower phone case. Finish with a sheer pink lip and a hint of floral scent.

The Inspo: Vera Wang

For the rebellious bride, Vera Wang has a whole collection of non-white wedding dresses. But, because this is still a bridal collection, the dresses have that classic princess silhouette: think nipped-in waist with a voluminous tulle skirt.