Summer Lovin': Your Wedding Season Wardrobe
These days, wedding dress codes can be broken down into a thousand different categories -- recently my dad asked me for advice on what to wear to a "beach chic" affair. (My answer: a white button-down with rolled-up sleeves tucked into a pair of khakis and finished with brown leather flip-flops and, for my mom, a floral sundress) Besides the obvious knowledge that under no circumstances are you to wear white or ivory (unless the bride has specifically asked you to), getting dressed for these events can be stressful. This weekend, I'll be wearing a navy strapless floor-length gown chosen by one of my oldest and bestest friends as she marries her wonderful fiancé, so I don't even have to think. But, don't fret. From the most casual of backyard barbecues to the most elegant of galas, I've got you covered.
Daytime/Casual
Think: fresh-faced, low-maintenance, and breezy. Pair with jeweled flats or wedges, and break out the funky jewelry.
Black Tie Optional/Festive
Cocktail dresses are the way to go, here. Above-the-knee, rich fabrics, and elegant silhouettes are key. "Black-tie optional" doesn't mean black -- break out the bold colors! And, if that's not for you, why not try gold as a neutral alternative?
Black or White Tie/Formal
This is your chance to get the most decked-out you possibly can without wearing a wedding dress. Men will wear bow ties or white ties with their tuxes, and you should wear bold and exquisite jewelry with your floor-length gowns.
