Can you wear beige to a wedding?

Question

I am not the bride just a guest..it is a darker beige and was thinking of wearing gold shoes and jewlery to make it look more fun - thoughts?

Answer 1

I am not sure...

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Answer 2

It just so happens that I had this problem not to long ago, here's everything I remember from my research:

First of all, the don'ts: DO NOT wear jeans, DO NOT wear white, DO NOT show cleavage.

Okay, now, dressing for a wedding is all based around time (don't ask why because I don't know). There's the Daytime Wedding, the Evening Wedding, and the "Black-Tie" Wedding.

If the wedding takes place between 11am and 4pm, its a Daytime Wedding. Wear a pretty dress in a girly print that falls just bellow the knee. Look for bright and summery colors, NO BLACK. It is always a good idea to bring a light weight in case its someplace chilly, and carry a bag that's only big enough for the essentials.

If the wedding takes place anytime after 5pm, its an evening wedding. Wear a cocktail dress that falls anywhere between your knee and mid-calf. The dress should be a rich color, not a bright one. Try navy, Grey, burgundy, or emerald. If the ceremony is held in a house of worship it is important to cover your shoulders. Wear earrings in a metallic color that match your accessories, not your dress.

If the wedding begins after 6pm (or if the invitation says so) It is a "Black-Tie" wedding. Wear a very formal dress that goes all the way down to the floor. The dress must be black, since it is considered the dressiest color. Choose a satin or silk dress, those fabrics are the most elegant. Your shoes should also be black.

You should also try and find a dress that is best for your body shape. If you are "full chested," wear a dress with thick straps. If you have a small bust, try looking for a dress with a gathered top. If you have a lot of curves, no problem. Look for a dress with a high-waisted wraparound. If you have curvy thighs, choose a dress with a flouncy hem. A flared dress will hide a full bottom as well. If you have a curvy tummy, try a dress with an empire waist. And if you want your legs to look longer, look for dresses with shorter hems. If you would like to minimize a tall frame, choose a below-the-knee dress.

Hope that helps! I know its a little much but you know what, i like to go way beyond...

Answer 3

Beige Weddings

Answer 4

I'd say it would be okay, if you're confused, ask the bride and see what she thinks, some brides are more sensitive than others. Most brides won't mind. I attended my best friends wedding in a beige pant suit that was very cute but she wore a lighter beige (in fact I think she broke out the white..again lol). I don't think she minded. The only weird thing was she had her wedding on the exact date I did the year before, toot toodoo.

Answer 5

Hwy don't people read, You told them your NOT the bride. But thry answer liek you are.

Begie is a fine color to wear. You have several asserories which will assent them and keep if from over-powering the bride.

If you are concerned about what the brdie will think, (who is the only person who matters on that day, as well as the groom but men ussialy don't care.) Ask her. Tell her what you plan to wear and see if she is okay with it.

I wouldn't worry about it. Many people do, and beige is not the same as white, (same family, different colors) as therfor shouldn't clach or suggest anything.

On a side note: where did this rule of Bride in While only come from?

Answer 6

You can wear almost anything these days- and beige, especially a darker beige is a very acceptable neutral color- I guess the appropriateness of the outfit has a lot to do with the cut and how you accessorize it. If its really sexy & you're wearing a lot of flashy gold- I'd say its inappropriate. I'm sure the bride would appreciate the attention being on her and how radiant she is on her special day- not on your appearance. If its classy- then of course- wear it.

Answer 7

Of course you can. I would -- I look really good in beige. :) Also, IF it says somewhere in traditional literature that it's not appropriate to wear beige to a wedding (though I've never heard such a thing), then I say screw tradition anyway! If tradition were such a good thing and was never intended to be broken, then we'd still have slavery, and women still wouldn't be able to vote, and people would be getting teeth pulled without novocaine, and so on. I think Bachelor parties suck-- a tradition that if weren't broken, I would never get married. So screw what others think (unless it's the bride), and I say go for it if you look good in beige! :)

Ultimately, if you're concerned, just ask the bride what she thinks. She's the only person whose opinion matters anyway at her own wedding, you know? Have fun! :)

Answer 8

It is perfectly fine to wear beige to a wedding. I think generally, or customarily as the case may be, you are not supposed to wear the same color as the bride. If the bride is in white you may wear beige, however, if the bride were wearing beige, you should NOT wear beige. It sounds as if you are pretty fashionable and your outfit would be very tasteful, this is the only other comment I would have to offer.

Answer 9

I think beige is fine for a wedding, unless that's the color the bride is wearing, of course. I think the gold shoes will make it look beautiful. I have a pair of gold ones I wear when I wanna look like a million bucks, lol.

Answer 10

I wore a beautiful ankle length lacey beige dress to my daughter's wedding with shoes and bag to match. I got alot of compliments and it did look nice.

Now, this weekend, I am going to a wedding with my daughter and I am thinking about wearing a white, two piece matching top and skirt that is sort of a cacky/cotton, kind of casual but trendy, very summery, sleeveless and plain.

I don't want to clash with the bride or anything like that but the reception is going to be out side. I think it will be okay.

I think, nowadays, you can pretty much wear what you want as long as it is respectable and not white and too elegant to seem like you are trying to up stage the bride. My outfit is pretty much simple. It just happens to be white.

So, you see, you will be fine with the beige. Have a good time!

Answer 11

It's perfectly acceptable, but because brides can wear anything from white to pale yellow, you should add some color with accessories. For example, you could wear a big flower pin at one shoulder, or one side of your waist. You could also have a colored handbag, or layer 2 or 3 colored bangle bracelets on one wrist. Dark pinks, reds, and greens go the best with beige. If you're doing a flower, I would choose either pink or red. The handbag or shoes can be any color, but if you have both, they should be the same color. Also, you're shoes can be either beige, or the same color as your other accessories. Go with confidence to the wedding, and have a great time!! :D