What kind of Dress do I wear to a wedding especially if I want to be dressed to kill?

Question

I have been dating this Marine for about 2 months, and we have fallen so deeply head over heels for one another that he has asked me to come to one his close friends wedding with him July 1, and he is probably going to wear his uniform. I think he wants to show me off to all his close marine friends, I mean he is going to have friends there from all over the US..people he has known forever...I want to be dressed to kill..I want him to happily introduce me to all his friends...What colors do you wear to a wedding? Do I wear a long dress or a short dress? An evening gown or a prom dress? I dont go to very many weddings... so Im really stumped on this. I would really appreciate any help on this, or if anyone knows of any great websites that would be great? btw ..is black or red dress approiate...Do I get my hair done...I just want to look stunning for him...

Answer 1

If possible, find out what color the wedding party will be dressed in (sometimes the invitations will give you a clue) - avoid wearing white or the color of the wedding party. If the wedding is indoors and formal, you will be okay with an evening gown type dress. If it is outdoors and kind of informal (typical for a July 1 date), wear something bright, cute and 'flowy' with sandals with a little heel. Most importantly, wear a smile! Good luck.

Answer 2

You have to see the invitation to really get a good feel for this.
The dress style will depend on the time of day of the wedding.
If it is an evening wedding, you can go pretty formal. I wouldn't wear an evening gown, though, unless the invitation specifically says "black tie"

Some years ago black was considered inappropriate for weddings, but that is really no longer true, as long as it is dressy and doesn't look like funeral attire. Red is fabulous if it flatters you, but can look a little garish for a morning or early afternoon wedding.

I agree that it would be nice to try to avoid the wedding colors (so you don't look like a bridesmaid), but it can be hard to find out, so don't worry too much about it. Stay away from the "prom style" dresses too. That will definitely make you look like a bridesmaid wanna-be

Safest best is an elegant, well-fitted cocktail dress. Can be short or 3/4 length. You'll be perfect for almost any degree of formality. If you choose something strapless or that exposes a lot of shoulder or decolletage, be sure you have a little jacket or wrap for the church. It just looks more polished and elegant.

Answer 3

Will there be parental type people there? If so, do you care what they think of you (as in, are they related to your guy in any way that matters?) because if SO, then you don't want a halter OR a red dress! There is a certain etiquette to wedding dressing and halters and the color red fall under the "don't" catagory. A wedding is NOT about showing up the bride. It's HER day and no guest should impose on that. Ideally, you would wear a light colored (since it's early summer) pant suit or shorter skirt/dress (not mini "shorter" but right at the knee is fine). Back, chest and arms should be covered. So no halter, backless, or spaghetti straps. Sandals are fine, but nothing too flashy or too casual (as in flip flops). Finally, keep makeup light and other accesories down to almost nothing.

But, listen, if you don't care about what these people think, you just want everyone to think you are hot and your guy is lucky, then wear whatever you want. If it's outdoors, think light-weight material, but beware of silks because they will show all the sweat!!!

Whichever way you go, don't wear white. Tan, cream, yellow, or champaigne are OK, but white is for the bride. If it's an evening wedding black is OK, but if it's before 6 pm that's considered really tacky.

Have fun.

Answer 4

Go for a classy look. Pastel, floaty, pretty, not too low cut. An updo for your hair would be nice. And put some small flowers in your hair. Be sure the color of your dress doesn't clash with your boyfriend's uniform. If you can afford it, go to the salon to get your hair done. Relax and have fun...........

Answer 5

wear a simple colorful sundress with spaghetti straps and a lacy shawl draped around your shoulders Where your hair longs and wavy if possible and add a flower the color of your dress in your hair and don't forget a nice shade of lipstick that make your lips look kissable a good color is pale blue or a light green

Answer 6

GET YOUR HAIR AND NAILS AND TOES DONE . WEAR SOMETHING NICE AND COMFORTABLE . DON'T TRY TOO HARD , PEOPLE WILL KNOW . WEARING BLACK TO A WEDDING IS SUPPOSE TO BRING BAD LUCK TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM . DON'T WEAR WHITE EITHER THE BRIDE IS HE ONLY ONE TO WEAR WHITE . NO PROM GOWNS OR EVENING GOWNS . TRY A NICE DINNER DRESS . DON'T SHOW TOO MUCH SKIN . AND REMEMBER THIS IS THE BRIDES DAY NOT YOURS . SHE IS THE ONE TO LOOK STUNNING . NEVER TRY TO OUTDO THE BRIDE ,, VERY BAD FIRST IMPRESSION THERE ... GOOD LUCK

Answer 7

since it is spring i would wear something brighter colored but not the wedding colors. shorter for the season. not like a prom dress. a nice halter dress or something springy would be appropriate. go for high class.

Answer 8

i went 2 a wedding the other day in a spaghetti strap knee length sort of floral hawaiian print in a tannish and pink color....... i got tons of compliments

Answer 9

well depending on the color of your hair and skin......
i would wear something pink or red (i am blonde with light skin) and heels!!!!!!! strapless...but still fancy would be good just make sure that you dont underdress

Answer 10

wear a pink or purple flirty and strapeless dress.