Wedding
What can I wear to my daughter’s September wedding?
What can I wear to my daughter’s September wedding? My daughter is getting married in late September (Central Texas – Austin area) and it will be a very small wedding in a beautiful informal outdoor setting, although her dress is white and elegantly beaded but short, knee-length. I’m looking for ideas for what to wear.…
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What can I wear to a wedding at Stout’s Island?
What can I wear to a wedding at Stout’s Island? The venue is at Stout’s Island Resort, a rustic lake lodge. Wedding will be outdoors at 3PM in October, if the weather cooperates. Stout’s Island Lodge has been captivating visitors for nearly 150 years. A wedding at Stout’s Island Resort sounds fabulous. October will be…
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What type of hat can the MOB wear?
What type of hat can the MOB wear? I’m mother-of-bride in May 2025. Wedding in Wales, I have a dress, need advice on a hat! MOB hats should be comfortable. In general if you are short 5’4″ or less a small size hat or fascinator in the same color of your dress would be more…
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Can I wear a full-length gown to a 5 PM wedding?
Can I wear a full-length gown to a 5 PM wedding? I’m going to a very formal wedding at a historic venue starting at 5 PM. A full-length gown is definitely appropriate for a very formal, evening wedding. Weddings are special events that call for dressing up. In today’s world, there are no hard and…
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Can I wear a caftan or kaftan to a summer wedding?
A caftan or kaftan can be appropriate for a summer wedding. Summer caftans are usually in printed cotton or silk and can be dressy or casual. A wedding calls for something somewhat dressy so a more dressy style long caftan would look nice at a summer wedding. Naturally outdoor or weddings on the beach call…
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Can I wear a satin halter style dress to a July wedding?
A satin halter style dress is so beautiful and can be perfect for a wedding. Summer and daytime weddings tend to be more casual than winter or evening weddings but weddings are to celebrate and dress up. If the wedding is late afternoon or evening and/or formal (the invitation specifies black tie) a halter style…
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What should a bride to be wear to her engagement party?
A bride to be wants to look polished at her engagement party. Engagement parties are usually less formal than the wedding. You should wear something semi-formal or dressy casual that makes you feel special. Consider the venue and dress code. For most engagement parties, cocktail attire is common. Opt for a knee-length or longer dress.…
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What are pre-engagement rings?
A pre-engagement ring is a placeholder ring or promise ring given to a romantic partner. It is a show of commitment to a monogamous relationship as a precursor to an engagement ring. It shows the intent to marry but does not take the place of an engagement ring. Usually pre-engagement rings are less expensive and…
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Dress Styles for Summer Wedding Guests
This summer the coolest dress styles are feminine, easy, and comfortable. Shift, slip, and loose style dresses are perfect choices for summer weddings. Summer dress styles can be loose or more tailored. Wear with low heel shoes, block heel sandals or flats. Dresses look best when they are knee-length or longer. Style a dress with…
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Can I wear an open back dress to a wedding?
Can I wear an open back dress to a wedding? It’s to wear to an afternoon, outdoor wedding in Florida & I am 50 years old & have a nice figure. An open back dress is definitely appropriate to wear to a wedding. Your age should not be a factor. If your open back dress…
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