matching grooms attire to formality of wedding dress
I need help determing what look to go for in our upcoming wedding. We live on the coast of N.C. and we want to tastfully incorporate a beachy feel into our entire wedding. I would like my FH to wear khakis, a crisp white button down shirt, and a navy blazer. What style wedding gown will best compliment his attire? I prefer a clean, simple dress, but need some ideas of what to look for? Also as far as color for my dress is stark white my only option? I want my guests to dress similarly to my FH and know that my dress and the invitations set the tone of the wedding. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!
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Etiquette Now
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Nov 26, 2006, 4:05 PM
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Re: [Michaelina] matching grooms attire to formality of wedding dress
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Dear Michaelina,
You could choose a dress in the same formality as a cocktail dress in any color--yea.
You could use an insert in your invitations to inform guests of the casual attire and perhaps mention what your expectations are.
Re: [Et.byRebecca] matching grooms attire to formality of wedding dress
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So would it be inappropriate for me to wear a traditional wedding dress (no beads and lace- more sleek and not fussy) to accompany the khaki/blazer combo (and tie of course) I want it to be classy but not stuffy. I also want to wear a long white dress (not a pink or blue one).
Etiquette Now
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Nov 26, 2006, 8:03 PM
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Re: [Michaelina] matching grooms attire to formality of wedding dress
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Typically the length of the dress is determined by the time of day. But, some long dresses are more informal. So, if you can find a dress that is fairly informal, long, but classy (daytime cocktail formality), then you have a perfect match to your groom's attire. The dress you describe sounds good. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
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Nov 27, 2006, 4:33 PM
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Re: [Michaelina] matching grooms attire to formality of wedding dress
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Dear Michaelina,
Congratulations on your wedding! I think you can definitely wear a "traditional" long white wedding dress. You might want to consider something with simple, clean lines, something without a long train, and a light and airy look (possibly chiffon). Also, I do not think you are limited only to white. If you find a dress you love in a shade of white, diamond white, or even ivory you could always find a shirt for your future husband in a similiar shade as well.
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