Besides white, which colors are inappropriate for attending a wedding?

Question

This also applies to what CAN I wear to a wedding, is sleeveless okay?

Answer 1

I would avoid black unless it was a super formal wedding. Sleeveless is fine.

Answer 2

1. Any shade of white (white, off-white, cream, etc.) It's the bride's designated color, and although some brides are okay with sharing the colors, other brides or other guests still hold the traditional belief that it's considered inappropriate.

2. Unless you're a man, black. Women aren't supposed to wear black to a wedding, because it holds a connotation of death (a funeral color) and mourning (the color that people often used to and still sometimes do wear during mourning). Again, some are fine with it, while others consider it inappropriate. Some may think that you are trying to send the message that you are in "mourning" over the wedding.

3. The color of the bridesmaids' dresses. This is something that most people don't pay attention to much nowadays. However, it's worth asking what color the bridesmaids will be wearing if you're attending a wedding that is either particularly formal or a wedding that has a particularly touchy bride. I know a bride who became very disgruntled when a close friend of hers wore red, the color of her bridesmaids' dresses, to her wedding; she seemed to think that she was trying to spite the bride because she hadn't been asked to be a bridesmaid.

4. For "ultra formal" weddings, sleeveless dresses are a no-no (think white tie or black tie). However, this falls outside the spectrum of most weddings, and at a formal wedding sleeveless dresses are considered find attire, although the length and style of the dress should also be appropriate (past the fingertips and the dress should not be form-fitting). For informal weddings (particularly outdoor weddings or destination weddings), almost any type of dress is considered fine.

5. If you're going to a church wedding, always cover your shoulders. So you may want to bring a jacket. Most churches have some dress code for the bride, and many churches require the bride's shoulders to be covered. This is because churches want the women to dress (to what they consider to be) appropriate. It's only polite to do the same.

Answer 3

Well, if you know the bride and the bridal party well, do not wear the same color as her theme/colors. Stay away from white for sure, but I would also suggest to stay in the season. For exampl, do not wear a bright, tropical color to a formal, evening wedding in the winter. I think sleeveless can be classy if the sleeves at least touch the tip of your shoulder..no spaghetti straps or tube tops. Also, black can look depressing in an outdoors wedding during the spring and summer.

Answer 4

I don't think white is inappropriate to wear to a wedding, nor do I think something sleeveless is inappropriate. Most people attending a wedding in their own community are knowledgeable of what is considered "appropriate". If you are attending a wedding outside your community, I suggest a classic shift in beige, light pink, or blue. A matching jacket would be appropriate; or, a light sweater in the same color family. A bone-colored shoe will go with any of the ensembles I have suggested. Keep accessories to a minimum--no dangling earrings, a small purse; and, above all, no "theatrical" makeup!

Answer 5

In this day and age when brides dresses tend to be quite opulent and very obviously bridal dresses, I just don't see how anyone would mistake a guest for the bride, even if the guest was wearing white. Everyone knows who's wedding they are attending, and I have never ever seen a guest outshine a bride, there is just something special about a woman on her wedding day, they have an unmistakable aura about them. I would not go out of my way to wear white, or ivory really, but I would say anything else goes.

Answer 6

One of my guests wore a white dress, and to tell you the truth, I never thought about it until now. My bridesmaids wore black, and the guests wore black, probably because this makes for the classiest dress.
Yes, sleeveless is OK, and in fact, if you´re attending a wedding when it is warm, you should wear sleeveless. A nice Pashima wrap is appropriate if great for covering your shoulders if attending a church ceremony.

Answer 7

Besides white, ivory, off white, etc... I would find out which colors the bride picked for the wedding, like the bridesmaid dresses and decorations. You dont want anyone to think that you are part of the wedding party when you are not.

Answer 8

It really depends on the date, time, location, and the formality of the wedding. If it's summer, afternoon and outside sleeveless is fine with a nice wrap for a ceremony if in a church or to keep warm.

Answer 9

Any colour goes now. Used to be black was strictly forbidden, but then it became a fashion staple, so now it's everywhere.

You can go sleeveless, but just don't show up in a tank top and jeans, unless it's really casual. Even then, you might want to pick a sundress with sandals.

If you're a guy, you can't go wrong with a shirt with a collar, even if it's short sleeved, and slacks or pants. No tie unless it's strictly formal.

No sneakers or gym shoes, no matter what the style or cost. Penny loafers will do and sandals are for girls only.

Answer 10

If you are a girl sleeveless is ok if your a boy definatly not, i think the only unapropriate colour is black(other than white)and really anything that would stand out dramaticaly, like a bright red dress that would take all attention away from the bride

Answer 11

Sleeveless is fine to wear to a wedding, and now days any color you pick is fine. Best Wishes!