For almost every event in society, there are established rules for choosing clothes - an unspoken dress code that emphasizes the importance of the moment and the solemnity of the situation. Wedding ceremonies are no exception. Particular attention is paid to the outfits of the ladies present, it is their taste and elegance that will become the unique frame of the bride’s wedding image and will remain in memorable photographs.
For the fair sex themselves, the wedding ceremony is a great occasion to feel like at a royal ball and try to become the most effective, after the bride, woman at the holiday.
Basic Rules
For guests invited to the wedding, it is important not only to choose a suitable gift for the bride and groom, but also to choose the right outfit to match the situation and not get into trouble.
To begin with, it should be clarified with future newlyweds in what vein they plan to hold a wedding.
Recently, thematic weddings, outdoor events, unusual and informal venues for celebrations are gaining immense popularity.
As a rule, a young couple notifies those invited in advance about such nuances, but there are times when even at classic weddings you can feel uncomfortable if you do not get to the point with the outfit.
And, on the contrary, a clear understanding of exactly where the celebration will take place, what level and status the banquet institution, what time of day is allocated for the wedding, will greatly facilitate the choice of attire and will allow you to create an elegant and complete image that fully matches the atmosphere.
There are also certain rules that should be followed at all wedding ceremonies. The wedding dress code for female guests is neither strict nor critical.It covers several areas at once, which you just need to keep in mind when choosing an outfit.
Color
Monochrome white and black colors are a taboo for women's wedding attire.
White on this day is the privilege of the bride, and black, according to tradition, is associated with completely different, gloomy ceremonies. However, in this case there can be exceptions if the bride prefers not a white color scheme for her outfit.
For example, the wedding dress of the newlywed will be in burgundy or blue tones. Then the guest is not forbidden to tint the image of the hero of the occasion with a white outfit. However, in this case, the guest’s dress should be modest enough not to be evident, since the white color will automatically attract the attention of guests, associating with the bride.
As for the black color, it’s permissible for a girl not from among the bride’s close friends to go in a small black dress in the French manner of Coco Chanel. Such an image should be selected with caution, taking into account the parameters of the figure, choosing elegant non-shouting accessories.
Age
We must not forget that each age has its own style, and a wedding is just that event, where you should, if possible, keep within your age limits. Bright shades, short skirts, frivolous frills and cutouts will suit young girls.
However, strict suits, dense fabrics and rich dark tones should be avoided.
Ladies in age will look more elegant in clothes of noble colors with a minimum of ruffles and bows. Women of Balzac age and older should abandon the outfits of colorful colors, cheap jewelry. But strict trouser suits made of dense plain fabric will look very respectable. The image can be softened with an elegant hat, exquisite jewelry.
Fabrics
The texture of the fabric for the festive costume is selected appropriate season, as well as the venue of the celebration and the overall focus of the event. Heavy dense fabrics for evening dresses will be especially appropriate in the restaurant in the cold season, and for summer weddings, light textures of bright or delicate colors are suitable.
Style
The type of holiday dress is selected according to the figure and keeps within the bounds of decency.
At the wedding, too deep a neckline, maximum bare backs to the lower back, transparent blouses are unacceptable.
This is not very aesthetic for an event where relatives of newlyweds of different ages will gather, and in the daytime at the wedding ceremony, such an outfit will look simply vulgar.
Regardless of the figure, the image of the guest must be holistic and harmonious, and the clothes are elegant and matched in size.
A fat woman, even a young age, should not give up trousers just because it’s customary to wear dresses or skirts for the wedding. “Flying” lightweight fabrics, loose fit trousers in combination with a jacket or blouse will look very stylish, and the hostess herself will be allowed to feel confident and irresistible.
Witness
The role of a witness at a wedding is not so mandatory, but many brides traditionally want to see their best friend next to them. She will be nearby throughout the celebration - in the wedding hall, at the table, in wedding photographs. Therefore, if a girl is to act as a witness, you should especially carefully approach the choice of holiday attire.
The main task is to most effectively emphasize the image of the bride, not to outshine her, but not to look too faded. In order for the tandem of the bride and witness to make a truly wonderful impression, girlfriends should discuss in advance their outfits, their style and color orientation.
The witness’s dress will always be half a muffler than the bride’s wedding vestments. For a classic white crinoline for a newlywed, a witness can choose any pastel colors, blurred into mother of pearl or more saturated.
Turquoise, aquamarine, delicate pink, peach or lilac shades will look beautiful.
But deep tones, such as burgundy or purple, are best avoided so as not to look too gloomy next to the snow-white culprit of the occasion.
Bridesmaids
According to Western fashion, many brides prefer not to be limited to one witness, but to invite several girlfriends to a close circle at once. The expression "bridesmaids" means girls whose outfit echoes each other in style or color.
As a rule, these are dresses of different styles, but of the same color scheme. Or different colors, but common elements of clothing.
At the same time, the bride may also have some kind of accessory that speaks of the style belonging to this group of girls. Most often, this is a bride’s bouquet, a flower on a bracelet or in the hairstyle of that color scheme, as well as the dresses of friends.
Such flocks of girls resemble bright butterflies and are a wedding decoration. In the photographs, they set off the bride in a snow-white dress, creating a stylish color frame with her outfits.
Seasons
Another important criterion for choosing an outfit for a wedding celebration is seasonality. Each season has its own requirements for clothes, which leave an imprint on the choice of fabric, styles and colors. Most women intuitively understand such nuances, but before a responsible event it is better to be safe again.
- Summer season. The warm season has the largest number of clothing options for a wedding celebration. Evening and cocktail dresses for the restaurant, sundresses, light blouses, dresses made of airy fabrics for outdoor celebrations.
In summer, it is important to choose breathable fabrics that do not constrain movements and do not create a greenhouse effect. In the warm period, bright sunny shades resembling summer flowers are welcome.
The summer season in the color palette is represented by a transition from delicate spring flowers to bright summer tones, and then to the warm shades of the coming autumn. Choosing an outfit, you can focus on the month in which the wedding is held and dress in pastel colors in May or golden-reddish in September.
- Winter season. Weddings held in winter, late autumn or early spring dictate their conditions when choosing the right clothes. First of all, it should be warm, so that the festive mood does not turn into a cold by the evening of the celebration.
However, it is not necessary to choose thick sweaters; fine wool fabrics, elegant cardigans and silk skirts, evening dresses made of velvet and satin are quite suitable. In addition, in the dressing room of the banquet hall, you can always take off your outer clothing, change your boots for model shoes.
Even if heating works well in the restaurant hall, the winter season itself does not imply the presence of summer dresses, sundresses and sandals. For this time of year, it is better to pick up respectable outfits made of noble fabrics.
Accessories
It's no secret that an outfit for an elegant woman is only part of the image. A complementary and finishing touch are accessories, jewelry and shoes. They should be selected, taking into account the color and texture of the fabric, the relevance and suitability of the environment.
Jewelry should not be too much, and cheap jewelry is simply inappropriate. Let it be a small set of jewelry, but made of precious metals with natural stones. Beautiful jewelry made in the same style looks much more profitable and elegant than a mixed suit of metals and plastic.
Shoes should ideally fit the chosen costume, be its continuation. But at the same time, it is very important that the shoes are comfortable, because the wedding is a very long event, lasting from early morning to late at night. All day the guest will have to walk, dance, take pictures - it is worth thinking about their legs in advance!
If you do not want to give up high heels, you can bring along a pair of interchangeable shoes, but also fully suitable for a dress or suit.
A large handbag should be left immediately in the restaurant’s dressing room, and you should have a small clutch with you. It is convenient to place on your knees or on a chair during dancing, and a mirror, wipes and lipstick will always be at hand.
If a wedding is planned in the church, the guest must take care of a headscarf. In order not to buy at the last moment what the nearest sellers can offer, it is better to purchase a lightweight air scarf in advance in the color of the dress.
More tips for choosing a guest attire for a wedding are in the next video.
