Online influencer Brigette Pheloung, widely known as Acquired Style, recently married her longtime partner Mitch McHale in a private ceremony. However, her choice of wedding attire has drawn significant criticism from some of her nearly three million followers.
Pheloung announced her legal marriage, which took place a few weeks prior in Philadelphia at Saint Joseph's University, her alma mater, via an Instagram video. The ceremony was an intimate affair, with a larger celebration planned for the future. The video shared featured clips from the wedding and recounted the couple's story of how they met.
Wedding Attire Divides Opinion
The influencer donned a custom-made, figure-hugging, long-sleeved lace gown for the ceremony. The dress, created by her and her twin sister Danielle's clothing brand, Phe Phe, featured a distinctive hood and an open back. While Pheloung presented the gown on social media, it quickly became a topic of discussion and criticism on platforms like Reddit.
Critics described the dress as "atrocious," "ridiculous," and "too busy." Specific points of contention included the hood, with one user noting it resembled a "hoodie hood," and the combination of the hood with an open back. The choice of a hood for a summer event was also questioned. Some commenters felt the design was "too much" and lacked cohesive style.
Conversely, other followers expressed admiration for the gown, calling it "stunning" and "beautiful." Many defended Pheloung's choice, appreciating her happiness and the unique design.
Extravagant Bachelorette Precedes Wedding
Pheloung's wedding follows an extravagant bachelorette party in St. Barths. The pre-wedding celebration included a private jet flight and a stay in a private villa. The trip was sponsored by AI beauty mirror company Swan Beauty. Pheloung was accompanied by nearly 20 friends, including fellow content creators, for the weekend-long event. During the trip, the group documented their experiences, including the private jet journey and their villa accommodations, which featured multiple living spaces and beach views.