The wedding season is fully upon us and one of the most nerve wrecking tasks can be what to wear at one. Of course there are numerous choices under any label or stores. However, many are left confused in terms of how to interpret dress coding, whether it is a white tie, a black tie or casual affair. Here are three terms on wedding attire for guests that you can take help from.
White Tie – This is perhaps the most formal of all wedding dress codes that can have no room for a casual do. Think of formal event such as state dinners, royal weddings or even the Oscars. Here, the men can choose a coat or jacket with a long tail, a white pique vest and a bow tie.
Pair it up with formal black shoes and even white gloves are deemed appropriate. This is also a chance for the ladies to show off their full glamorous affair as they can wear a full blown ball gown with a makeup, dramatic jewelry and hair.
Black tie – This wedding attire can be a little toned down as compared to a white tie since the next most formal wedding dress code and it also means that the wedding is going to be an evening affair. The men can choose a tuxedo with a black bow tie, a cummerbund and pair it up with patent leather shoes.
For the women, a chic cocktail dress or a long evening gown is suggested. You can take help from the couple, wedding planner, or even the friends of the bride and groom who can answer your questions about the appropriate length of the dress.
Cocktail – This wedding attire is a slightly less optional than a black tie or even an optional black tie event. This means that no tuxedo is necessary for men or no floor brushing gowns required for women unless you prefer gowns.
Then men can opt for a suit and a tie that can lean toward darker hues during the colder month. Feel free to opt for more lightly toned colors such as grays or blues in warmer weathers. For her, a cocktail dress or even a jumpsuit or a dressy suit is recommended.
Other dress codes that you need to take note are casual or beach formal where you can bring out the chicest you when it comes to wedding attires as a guest. Be styling and add you own touch to the attire while being aware of the dress code suggested for the event.