WHAT TO WEAR
*Casual sundress in a fun color: a casual dress in a
fun color (or even pattern!) keeps things fashion forward without grabbing
attention from the bride. Because that is just not a good idea!
*Flats or wedges: For an outdoor wedding, flats or
wedges are best. I always hate wearing a pretty pair of heels and sinking into
the ground all night!
*Accessories with a natural twist: These are great at
keeping your ensemble casual, and are a great way to keep things summery and
appropriate for any outdoor party.
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
*Stilettos: Like I said before, sinking is a bad
thing. Unless it’s sinking into a super comfy bed or a bubble bath :)
*White: This goes for all weddings really (I don’t
care what any rule says you can or cant do), but don’t wear white. Please. If
you aren’t the bride, don’t wear white. It’s just rude.
*Denim: I know its tempting to wear denim to a casual
event, but just don’t do it to a wedding. Unless the bridal party (i.e.
groomsmen) is wearing it, don’t even think about it. Even then…please just
don’t.
WHAT TO WEAR
*Sundress with a sweater or a light jacket: Churches
tend to be a little chilly in the summer months (at least here in the south),
so a sweater or light jacket is a great idea to throw on over your sundress. A
colorful blazer is a great option and is SO incredibly on trend!
*Closed toe or peep toe pumps: A more demure shoe is
appropriate for a church setting, and you wont sink into the ground walking in!
*Bring flats for reception: Flats can easily be
thrown into a clutch purse (or kept in the car) for a quick change. No one
wants to dance in restricting high heels!
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
*Anything too dressy: This is a casual event, after
all! Keep it light, fun, and flirty and leave the sequins for the club.
*Skin revealing or too-tight outfits: Just like the
sequins, provocative outfits just aren’t appropriate for a church wedding.
Cover the girls up and loosen the fabric a little please!
WHAT TO WEAR
*Cocktail dress or dressy sundress: Don’t wear a
super casual sundress. If this is a semi-formal wedding, just stick to what you
would wear to a dance or a night at the theatre.
*Pretty heels: Now is the chance to throw in some
fun! You don’t have to be as conservative or casual as other wedding types, so
play up your look with an edgy sandal.
*Black is totally ok: Black used to be a faux pas at
weddings (funeral, anyone?), but now it is a timeless and elegant option. Keep
it fun with bright accessories or metallic anything!
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
*Flip-flops: I have been guilty of this in the past,
and I still think they are ok to change into for the reception (although I
often go barefoot…whoops). But please don’t wear them with your pretty dress! I
don’t care how dressy they are…just don’t do it!
*A little sparkle goes a long way: A little bling is always
a good thing (think diamond studs or a tennis bracelet), but for the
semi-formal event, keep your bling to a minimum. No flashy sequins or over the
top jewelry.
*No full-length dresses: In some cases, a dressy maxi
is appropriate (especially for a wedding with an outdoor reception), but on the
whole, long dresses are best kept to more formal events.
WHAT TO WEAR
*Go long: A cocktail dress is totally appropriate for a formal
wedding, but when do we ever have a chance to dress up? If you are invited to a
formal or black tie wedding, go long! Pick a simple dress that you can wear
time and time again, and play it up with accessories.
*Glam it up: Speaking of accessories, now is the time to
glam it up with your jewelry! Pick pieces with some serious sparkle. Gold is a
favorite of mine: you can never go wrong with art deco or hammered gold pieces!
*Bring flats: Formal weddings are the best place to wear
your fancy heels. But don’t forget those flats for walking around and dancing!
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
*Don’t wear a daytime dress: Please just don’t wear a
sundress to a formal wedding. It’s just not appropriate. The bride has taken a
lot of time to set a formal and fancy atmosphere, so please dress accordingly!
*Nothing too flashy: Don’t don a dress with a slit up to
high heaven, and don’t wear a full sequined ball gown. Please remember that the
bride is the star of the day, and if she didn’t tell you to outshine her,
DON’T!
I hope you take these tips with you when shopping for an
outfit for your next summer wedding!
Stay tuned later today for the 2nd installment in
the Spring 30x30 challenge, and come back tomorrow for TWO MORE wedding themed
posts!
I definitely like the last one the best. You don't want to wear a white dress to a wedding, and the first one seems more of a night scene, than a wedding scene, although, I do like that one too.
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