What is the ettiquette of second weddings? I mean dresses what colour can i wear i would like to wear a proper wedding dress again we are getting married in a regsiter office is it ivory ineed to avoid?Please any advice would be helpful
2007-08-21 02:05:34 · 13 answers · asked by sexiebum 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Avoid wearing a WHITE dress (or gown) and do not wear a veil in front of your face. An ivory or cream dress (or gown) is OK.
Traditionally, a second wedding is less elaborate than a first wedding. Less attendants . . fewer guests . . and much simpler in design.
Second weddings are usually less stressful because they take a lot less time to plan and organize.
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2007-08-21 12:24:47 · answer #1 · answered by Avis B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can wear white. You can wear a long bridal gown and a train. The only rules you need to follow are the same rules as first-time brides: matching your gown to the formality of the wedding. The only mini-etiquette rule that’s still floating around, and is completely up to your personal wishes: second-time brides shouldn’t wear a veil. Less of an etiquette issue and more of a style issue is the second-time bride’s own personal wish to de-accent the gown, to choose a long, elegant gown that’s more like something a celebrity would wear to the Oscars than a beaded bridal gown. A sleek satin column dress with a strapless bodice, for instance.
2007-08-21 04:01:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can do anything you would like for your wedding. some people will advise you not to go over the top since it's your second wedding, but that is nonsense. the ceremony and dress should symbolize how you feel. the emotions you have now are no less valid than the feelings you had at your first wedding. in fact, you are probably more mature, level-headed, and prepared for this marriage than you were for your first. i don't think there are any colors that you need to avoid. it's funny, because dorothy on golden girls (it's on tv right now) is in the limo headed to her second wedding. she's the the big white dress on and she's a grandma in her 60s on the show. also, think of charlotte's second marriage on sex and the city. she also wore a white dress and had a full ceremony and reception. i think rules about second marriages are passe. do what you want to do to express your love and devotion. check out this link for in-depth info. http://www.idotaketwo.com/wedding_etiquette_advice.html
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2007-08-21 02:41:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
you can wear a proper wedding dress if you want as theres as much tradition in a second marriage as there is a first.
At the end of the day, its your wedding day and if you want to wear a proper wedding dress then why the hell not? I do know many women who prefer to wear suits on the day. But, at the same time theres probably more women who treat their 2nd wedding as if it's their first. Enjoy your day
2007-08-21 02:15:30 · answer #4 · answered by the troll 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That old fashioned viewpoint has been kicked to the gutter where is belongs, you can marry in whatever dress you like, and whatever colour you like, thank goodness times have moved on, enjoy your wedding day, pick the dress that YOU love and have a wonderful marriage.
2007-08-21 02:47:48 · answer #5 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pale pastels of any color would work. Even though I struggle with this, I have seen women of second marriages wear white, but it is a shorter dress (knee length), no veil or headpieces with the exception of a decorative barrette, comb, or single flower. Also keep your attendants to as few as possible. If you have children, make them your attendants.
Some traditions for a first wedding should not be done in a second. This is strictly my opinion but somethings need to be sacried.
You should walk down the isle alone.
I would also quite frankly not ask those who were at your first wedding to bring gifts to the second.
Good luck and enjoy.
2007-08-21 02:15:48 · answer #6 · answered by Mom of 2 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It's your wedding, Sweetie! Do whatever you want!! My first wedding I wore jeans to the courthouse. Second wedding was a huge formal church affair, with the big dress & everything. Third (and last!) wedding was a small gathering of family & friends, and I wore a pretty lavender dress. Do what makes you happy!!
Oh, and Congratulations!!!!!
2007-08-21 02:15:15 · answer #7 · answered by ♥uuɐuuǝɾ♥ 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
With divorce no longer a taboo, anything goes for weddings these days. Its really whatever the bride and groom want to do. You are entering into this marriage with all of your heart. So do what feels right for you two.
2007-08-21 02:20:19 · answer #8 · answered by fizzy stuff 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Honestly I think that you can do whatever you want, I am getting married next year for the first time and I am wearing baby blue. Good Luck!
2007-08-21 02:15:17 · answer #9 · answered by spagirl23188 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In this day and age anything goes. In my 2nd wedding i wore the tradional white wedding gown.
2007-08-21 03:00:41 · answer #10 · answered by mom of 5 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋