Does one wear a hat to a 7:30 p.m. black tie wedding? Can one NOT wear a hat to a 7:30 p.m. black tie wedding -- especially if one does not wear hats well? :-) Mona
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I am a milliner, so naturally I think a hat is wonderful and appropriate all the time… the "right" (and proper fitting) hat.
A black tie affair generally warrants a "cocktail" style hat or small headpiece.
There are many styles to choose from and coordinate with your outfit.
When and where is the wedding?
Can you "NOT" wear a hat? Sure … This is America … we can do pretty much whatever we like.
"Especially if one does not wear hats well??" ----- I’d like to know WHO told you that???
Perhaps you have never been properly "fitted" or counseled as to the best hat type for your head size, face shape, stature, ensemble, etc. I find this to be true of most people with hat objections.
EVERYONE can wear a hat and look GOOD. You simply need the right hat for YOU. There is often little choice or knowledgeable assistance in department stores (even the better ones)
If you decide to take the plunge, let me know if I can help you with a custom design.
The wedding will be at 7:30 p.m., June 11, 2005 in Atlanta, Georgia.
My personal opposition to hats is this: I have a large (but not an "Oh, my goodness! Did you see the size of that noggin'") head. However, because of the sizing, I have never had the luxury of being able to try on hats (or head pieces) to see how they look - simply because they do not fit. Therefore, I normally keep my head-dressing confined to a nice hairstyle with some very low-key highlights/decorations.
No one ever told me that hats do not look good on me - it's simply been a matter of having never having been able to find an attractive hat that fit.
So, for this affair I am planning to wear a long sleeveless navy beaded evening dress, black elbow-length beaded gloves, black beaded shoes, and a low-key upswept hairdo ... what I hope will be considered - if it is indeed considered by anyone - to be an elegant appropriate ensemble.
wedding guest wearing hats
Does one wear a hat to a 7:30 p.m. black tie wedding? Can one NOT wear a hat to a 7:30 p.m. black tie wedding -- especially if one does not wear hats well? :-) Mona 
