http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles en-us http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles N/A dan@weddingpartyhelp.com Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:28:00 -0600 20 http://www.weddingpartyhelp.com/Articles/articles/102/1/Wedding-Attire-Etiquette.html To many, wedding attire etiquette can be very confusing. Individuals often find the location and season of the ceremony to often hinder their ability in knowing just what to wear. In general, there are a few wedding attire etiquette tips that can help you to make that difficult decision a little easier. Wedding Attire Etiquette Tip # 1 If you are the bride and are attempting to select bridesmaid dresses, make sure that they coordinate with your wedding gown in both style and elegance. Wedding Attire Etiquette Tip # 2 Did you know that the length of the bridesmaid dresses will largely depend on the time of day and even the location of the ceremony? Generally, floor length bridesmaid dresses are reserved for indoor and evening weddings. Knee length gowns are typically found at informal or outdoor ceremonies. Wedding Attire Etiquette Tip # 3 If you are a guest who will be attending an upcoming wedding, keep in mind that the attire should be formal. Men should wear suits and women should wear cocktail dresses. The only exception is if the invitation indicates otherwise. As for accessories, women should carry a small handbag rather than a purse. Wedding Attire Etiquette Tip # 4 Although not commonly thought of as proper wedding attire, it is acceptable to wear black providing it is accompanied by accessories with color. This may include a pin, scarf or blazer. Wedding Attire Etiquette Tip # 5 As wedding guests, shoe comfort is essential. Depending on the location of the ceremony, there may be a lot of walking involved. A country or beach wedding, for instance, may require a short stroll to the ceremony spot. Men will commonly wear dress shoes, but women will have the option of choosing shoes with or without heels. It is best to choose a shoe that you will be able to walk or dance in comfortably. If you will be walking through grass, which is often the case of an outdoor or country wedding, consider avoiding an open-toe design. When it comes to wedding attire etiquette, the best way of making sure that you are on the same page is to follow the instructions (if noted) on the invitation. Generally, the type of attire requested will be noted. For those who are still in doubt and are concerned about upholding the proper wedding attire etiquette, a quick telephone call to the bride or groom will resolve any questions that may have regarding the style of the ceremony. dan@weddingpartyhelp.com (Cynthia M.) Sun, 18 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0500