What to Wear to a Wedding

Wedding Guest Style for Her

• Informal Daytime: Short dress or suit (business attire OK for morning weddings)
• Informal Evening: Cocktail dress
• Semi-Formal Daytime: Short dress or suit
• Semi-formal Evening: Cocktail dress
• Formal Daytime: Short dress or suit. Hats and gloves optional.
• Formal Evening or Black-Tie: Long or dressy short cocktail (beading, glam accessories, wrap)
• Ultra-formal or White Tie: Long gown, extra glitz (furs, diamonds, etc.)

Do's and Don'ts for Her

• Don't wear white because it competes with the bride. There are plenty of other colors available.
• Don't wear black or sequins during the daytime.
• Don't worry about wearing the same colors as the bridesmaids or mothers. You can't possibly coordinate with everyone in the wedding party.
• Do wear something feminine and appropriate, out of respect for your hosts. Clubwear, overtly sexy clothing (strapless, see-through, etc) doesn't belong at a wedding. If you have to ask if it's appropriate, it probably isn't.
• Don't wear opera-length gloves (to top of arm) with anything but sleeveless or strapless gowns.
• Do take off gloves to eat or drink.
• Do use good judgment if the invitation doesn't specify the formality of the event. A pastel suit or soft floral dress for daytime or a little black dress for evening (after 6 p.m.) will take you almost anywhere.

Wedding Style for Him

• Informal Daytime: Dress shirt and pants, preferably a sports jacket.
• Informal Evening: Suit
• Semi-Formal Daytime: Suit
• Semi-Formal Evening: Dark suit
• Formal Daytime: Dark suit and tie
• Formal Evening: Tuxedo (if invitation states "black tie") or dark suits if women wear short dresses.
• Ultra-formal Evening or White Tie: White tie, vest and shirt.

Do's and Don'ts for Him

• Don't try to get cute with a tuxedo. A black tux with white shirt and black bow tie is the best way to go. If "Creative Black Tie" or "Texas Formal" or some sort of other vague formal description is used, then going with a tux and black shirt, no tie, might be acceptable. Also, trendier cities like Los Angeles and New York might be more accepting of breaking with tradition.
• Do wear a dark suit, with a tie if the wedding is after 6 PM, and doesn't say "Black Tie."
• Don't wear a tuxedo during the day time, regardless of the formality of the event.
• Do use good judgment if the invitation doesn't specify the formality of the event. A dark suit and conservative tie will take you just about anywhere.

Finding the Right Dresses For Your Junior Bridesmaids

A-line Spaghetti Strap Chiffon Junior Bridesmaids

Article from: www.welovewedding.org

Junior bridesmaids are usually eight to fourteen years in age and play an essential part in your wedding ceremony. When it comes to buying the right dresses for them, you need to select gowns that not only match the theme of your wedding party but also reflect their age group. Online wedding stores should be great choices to find the perfect junior dresses that are less expensive than those in the traditional bridal shops. Discount junior bridesmaid dresses there are available in various styles, colors and sizes and you will enjoy a wide selection.


Girls in this age group will always want to wear dresses that flatter their body shapes. It is suggested not to choose traditional floor-length gowns which are considered to be too “grown-up”. Pick two piece ensembles that match appropriately according to the size and shape of each bridesmaid. This also allows them to wear the pieces again on another occasion.

Besides, make sure to avoid purchasing strapless dresses. Select gowns that at least designed with spaghetti straps or some type of sleeves like three-quarter length sleeves, cap sleeves or bell sleeves. As far as the neckline is concerned, v-neck, square or heart-shaped style should be good choices. Steer clear of junior bridesmaid gowns with plunging necklines and high slits on the sides or open backs. Always remember to pick dresses showing understated elegance with an emphasis on beauty as well as modesty when you are shopping for gowns for your bridesmaid.

Bear in mind to take the following considerations into account and you will end up finding the right junior bridesmaid dresses for your big day.