Can I wear a velvet gown in Florida?

Can I wear a velvet gown in Florida? It is a long velvet gown for an after 5 wedding in Florida in the month of November.

A long velvet gown would be OK if the weather is cool and it is not a heavy velvet. Lighter colors and lightweight velvets are great for warmer climates. A long gown can be worn to an after 5 wedding. Check the weather and when in doubt don’t.

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What Should the Wedding Guest Wear?
Be a stylish wedding guest! Weddings are to celebrate, occasions to dress up. The wedding invitation provides the information to help you decide what to wear. Daytime (morning and afternoon) weddings are more casual than evening or formal weddings. Today any color is appropriate with the exception of white which is reserved for the bride.

What should I wear to a wedding when “formal attire” is specified?

A formal wedding is very dressy and usually means the event is in the evening and requires formal attire. When “white tie” is specified on a wedding invitation you should wear a floor length dress. When “black tie” or “black tie” optional is specified on a wedding invitation a cocktail dress, floor length dress or dressy pants and top are appropriate. Today a cocktail dress is considered more modern than a floor length dress for most formal black tie or black tie optional events. Weddings are to celebrate and dress up.