Noel Glamour - Mariage Freres - Esprit de Noel

I'm not a Kenley Collins, I swear, but I do love me some fashion from the Fifties. Have you ever seen old photos or movies where after the wedding, the bride changes into a sort of 'travel-outfit'? You know, usually a beautifully constructed colorful skirt-suit and a hat, and then off she goes to her honeymoon? Sort of like these?
So. . .why exactly did brides stop doing this? It's so classic! Here are some great post-wedding suit options, for those of you game to try.