Well I have two weddings to go to this summer, and I have never been to a wedding where I wasn’t in the wedding party before. So I have a couple questions:
1) Do you wear a floor length dress to an evening wedding? Or is that too dressy? Do you just wear a cocktail dress?
2) Do you wear what you are wearing to the reception to the ceremony as well? Is it weird to be so dressy and in a strapless or halter dress in a church?
3) Do you get an updo for a wedding when you aren’t in it? Like do I just wear my hair like I normally do?(down and straight) Even though it is a dressy event?
Let me know what you guys think is appropriate, thanks!
(PS: One wedding is for my boyfriend's cousin, so I know the whole family that will be there. The other is for my boyfriend’s Dad’s Girlfriend’s Daughter. So I really won’t know anyone except for him, his dad, his dad’s girlfriend, and the bride & groom. If that makes a difference on what you think I should wear.)
2006-06-06 14:36:28 · 14 answers · asked by italian22angel 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR ANSWERS! THEY ARE VERY HELPFUL! :)
2006-06-06 14:51:38 · update #1
You wear what is comfortable for you
2006-06-06 14:38:29 · answer #1 · answered by Jim 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1) If it's a dressy wedding, then yes, you need to wear a nice dress. Floor length isn't mandatory, but cocktail attire would be nice. It's always better to be overdressed than underdressed. I'll link to some dresses that may be appropriate for you.
2) Yes, you typically would not change clothes. However, if the wedding is in a church and you are wearing spaghetti straps, a halter top, or strapless, you should bring a wrap or sweater.
3) You can get an updo if it's a formal wedding. Otherwise, just wear it 'done'.
2006-06-07 09:07:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that what you wear to the wedding should depend on the formality of the wedding. If it is a formal wedding, then I would say go for the floor length gown. If it is a garden wedding, then stick to a shorter sundress.
As for strapless or halter, sometime churches have rules against bare shoulders. I would recommend bringing a shawl or something to wrap around yourself.
As for your hair...go for an updo if that is what you prefer. Like the previous comments- don't try to upstage the bride, but looking nice is not a crime!
2006-06-06 14:53:09 · answer #3 · answered by Sara 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't wear a floor length dress. A cocktail dress would be fine! Yes, you wear what you wore to the wedding to the reception. Not weird to be in strapless or halter dress in a church...brides do it all the time! Wear your hair however you want to! Up, down, whatever! Enjoy and relax!
2006-06-06 15:06:20 · answer #4 · answered by bluez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think where it's the summer you should definatly be comfortable. As long as the strapless dress isn't too s.lu.tty, then I would go for it. Definatly don't wear white. Floor length is ok if you want to wear some thing that long during the summer. As for your hair you can still wear it down but maybe put a little curl to it. I wouldn't worry too much about details cuz it's not like you will be the center of attention
2006-06-07 09:37:38 · answer #5 · answered by sexzbich 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) I wouldn't wear a floor length dress - that's a little too much unless you are in the wedding
2) Wear the same dress to the ceremony and reception. If it's strapless or halter top, wear a wrap, or select a little jacket dress to wear
3)You can get an updo or wear your hair natural - whatever pleases you
2006-06-06 14:43:13 · answer #6 · answered by themainsail 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what is written on the invitations. If they have "black tie" or "formal" on it, a dress that is floor length or cocktail length would be appropiate. For the church, I would wear a dress or outfit that would be classified "dressy" and for the formal part of the reception go with a more formal outfit. As for your hair, an upsweep is never a bad idea. It looks more dressed up and elegant and tends to fit in with all events.
2006-06-06 16:10:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i wouldn't wear a floor length to a wedding ever. strapless or halter is okay for a church as long as it's tasteful and doesn't show too much boob. maybe consider one of the new shorter shrug sweaters to wear over it. they are really cute with strapless.
i wouldn't do the full curly hairsprayed updo. you could do an updo but keep it looser and no rhinestone barrettes or pins.
same outfit for the church and reception plus or minus a sweater or wrap.
2006-06-06 14:41:42 · answer #8 · answered by Tif 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I mean don't out-dress the wedding party and more importantly the bride but be fab......Updo's are always appropriate you don't want to do anything that you would ususally do.... Like where the same do you where to your 9-5
2006-06-06 14:40:20 · answer #9 · answered by femaloution 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-28 04:04:23 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
damn i have a funny answer for this!!! my bf n i's prom was like a month ago n my dress was 500 dollars (looks plain n simple) and he had spent alot of money on his suit as well... well my aunt is getting married in september n we plan on wearing the same thing we wore for prom! lol.... y spend more money am i right??? .... u should wear wat ever u feel comfortable in... dats the important thing
2006-06-06 14:41:14 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋