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Weddings

What to wear to a wedding as a guest, dress code by dress code from cocktail to black tie, plus bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties and this year’s wedding dress trends.

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Sherri Hill style 57253 off the shoulder stretch satin gown with a corset bodice in burgundy

Mother of the Bride Dresses: What to Wear, Colors and Etiquette

The mother of the bride usually wears a dress that matches the formality of the wedding, in a color that complements the wedding party without matching...
Sherri Hill style 58042 off the shoulder lace corset gown with a stretch satin skirt in brown

Fall and Winter Wedding Guest Dresses: What to Wear

For a fall or winter wedding, choose a dress in a rich seasonal color, such as wine, emerald, navy, chocolate brown or deep plum, in a...
A newlywed husband puts a wedding ring on his bride’s finger, who’s wearing 2027 wedding dress trends.

2026 Wedding Dress Trends

Choosing a wedding dress is a deeply personal decision, though it can be helpful to know what the upcoming trends are to have a starting place...
What Is Cocktail Attire for a Wedding? A Guest's Style Guide

What Is Cocktail Attire for a Wedding? A Guest's Style Guide

Cocktail attire for a wedding means dressy, polished clothing that is a step below black tie: for women, a knee-length to midi cocktail dress, an elegant...
What to Wear to a Black Tie Wedding: Black Tie Attire for Women

What to Wear to a Black Tie Wedding: Black Tie Attire for Women

For a black tie wedding, women should wear a floor-length evening gown in a rich fabric such as satin, crepe, velvet, silk or beaded lace, paired...
What to Wear to a Beach Wedding

What to Wear to a Beach Wedding

Weddings are typically held at sophisticated venues and call for a black-tie dress code. However, a beach wedding throws this tradition out to sea (literally). Instead...
Bridesmaids help put on the white wedding dress, What to Wear to Rehearsal Dinner

What to Wear to Rehearsal Dinner

Rehearsal dinners are typically more formal events than a bridal shower that occur the day before a wedding takes place. The rehearsal dinner is an older...
Bride-to-be is showered with love and gifts from her cherished friends, What to Wear to a Bridal Shower

What to Wear to a Bridal Shower

Deciding what to wear to a bridal shower can be stressful, as you will no doubt want to pick an outfit that flatters you and helps...
Dress designer fitting bridal gown to woman in boutique, Bridal Dress Appointment

What to Wear to a Bridal Dress Appointment

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Weddings are some of the biggest and most important events in someone’s life. Unfortunately, this means they can also be super...
portrait of beautiful young wedding couple posing at outdoor photo shoot holding Save the date sign. Engagement Photo Outfit Ideas

Engagement Photo Outfit Ideas

Engagement photos are a special way to remember your engagement, and these pictures are often used as a keepsake for years to come. Many couples also...
stylish newlyweds, Western Wedding Outfit

Western Wedding Outfit Ideas

Western weddings are a fun, unique theme that many couples love to embrace, especially if their planned wedding venue is on a ranch, a farm, or...
Bachelorette party

Bachelorette Party Themes: Your Party Inspiration Guide

Bachelorette parties are highly anticipated events, and many individuals look forward to their bachelorette parties as much as their weddings. However, bachelorette party planning can be...
engagement party

What to Wear to an Engagement Party: A Guide for Guests and the Bride-to-Be

Match the dress code on the invitation, and if there isn't one, let the time and venue decide: a cocktail dress or dressy midi for an...