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"Formal Attire" for a Wedding
Asked by T.S. from Dallas
on August 15, 2011
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Hi! My hubby and I were invited to the wedding of one of my former students. On the invitation it says "formal attire". I have seen invitations before that say "bla...
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- Hi T., Formal means the same thing as "black tie."
- Ahh what fun. I said casual because in my family casual means slacks, polo type shirt for guys, casual dresses for woman. Apparently not the same in Troy's family, h...
- I say call and ask but I would assume a very nice suit would be okay for hubby and a dress that is not too flashy but classy for you, even a tea length dress but not f...
Wedding Attire
Asked by L.T. from Dallas
on February 26, 2010
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I have to go to my SIL's wedding tomorrow. I am pretty trendy but rarly wear dresses which I think is more appropriate for the wedding than pants. I am white and pas...
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- Since you are trendy you probably have a pair of cigerette pants or full leg trousers in your closet most likely black or dark colored. Just wear a top with some spar...
- I often wear pants to a wedding. I have a pair that is a nice, formal, feminine pair that I often get compliments on. If it's not you to wear a dress, then don't. ...
- I don't think it's wrong to wear pants to a wedding but if you want to go the dress route you could go with a simple all one color dress and wear cute tights with desi...
Wedding Attire
Asked by S.D. from Burlington
on September 17, 2012
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Just wondering how strict you guys are on making your kids dress up for weddings (and how dressy is "dressed up"). My 13 yr old daugher is a total tomboy and hates an...
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- I think it's perfectly acceptable for a child of either gender to wear a nice top (button up shirt/blouse) and slacks and nice shoes for a wedding. I insisted on somet...
- Ask the aunt! :) When my SIL got married it was a rather formal affair - but the kids were only invited to the ceremony. When I asked her, she said that they could...
- I think she would be just fine in nice pants and a nice shirt. You will be much happier through the night if she is comfortable and happy in what she is wearing. Eve...
Need Advice on "Coctail" Attire for Men and Gift for Wedding
Asked by C. from Denver
on August 25, 2008
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Hi Moms,
My family and I are attending another family member's wedding this weekend. The invitation says "coctail attire" and the wedding is at 6:30p.m. Does my hus...
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- I am not so up on the attire, but I will give an idea for a gift. When my husband and I attend a wedding where the couple seems to have EVERYTHING that they need beca...
- Hi C., I always say that if you don't know which way to dress always aim towards the dressier option. I would rather be overdressed than underdressed. As for the ...
- Because of the work my husband does, we end up going to lots of formal gatherings with "cocktail attire". Definitely don't worry about nylons- especially this time of ...
Evening Summer Attire
Asked by L.B. from New York
on June 17, 2012
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Help - We are going to an engagement party that states - evening summer attire - no jackets required. I need to figure out what to wear and how my husband, 14 yr old ...
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- http://maryannandlester.com/2009/07/wedding-guest-attire/ These are some of the things I would expect to see some of the female guests wearing - not a fan of the me...
- You could wear a flower print dress (there are some really cute "maxi" dresses out there that are halter style. No nylons, but you could wear open toe shoes. Your da...
- I would say an elegant spaghetti strap dress for you with some strappy heals. Same type of dress for your DD. Boys can wear short sleeve button downs with some linen f...
Funeral Dress Attire for Kids
Asked by M.N. from Chicago
on July 2, 2008
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My husband's grandfather passed away and the family will be attending the funeral. Of course, my husband and I will be dressed in the appropriate dark attire. Howeve...
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- yes you can wear white its ok, I will keep you in my prayes
- Good Morning M., I am sorry for your loss, and will say a prayer for your family. As far as clothing, bright clothing is now acceptable for all. This is truly a time...
- I don't think people go by the 'wearing black to the funeral" rule anymore. I especially think it wouldn't apply to kids. Their simple white dresses sound fine. ...
June Wedding in Texas - Attire Question?
Asked by M.H. from Madison
on May 17, 2012
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Since it is hot in Texas, I would like to wear more of a capri/shorter type pant for a wedding I am attending. They will need to be a 'formal' type style since the wed...
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- Capri's are not formal... the invitation states formal.... I would much rather be over dressed than under dressed for a formal event. I've been in TX 20+ yrs and...
- Go to Chicos. I just bought a bunch of stuff there and I think several things would pass for a wedding. I live in Houston so I definitely understand what hot is ...
- The look that you described--capri looking like just short, maybe straight- or wide-legged pant on you--would actually look dressier than a more tapered leg. Keep the...
Another Wedding Attire Question - Groom
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on March 1, 2011
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Ok, let me preface this by stating that this is probably the pettiest question you will read on this site today.
That said, here is my issue.
Yesterday, my fi...
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- Yes, I agree Joan is right. But just to be funny, Maybe you could make a ridiculous bargain to bring the message home to him. What does he hate that would be embarass...
- Haha, I had to google "bolo tie" because I didn't even know what it was! Can you guys find a middle ground...perhaps even no tie, just open collared shirt? It is rea...
- Oh no... is this your first Bridezilla moment? Just kidding... I completely see where you are coming from on this one. Maybe he could wear the traditional tie for ...
Interview Attire
Asked by B.P. from Cleveland
on July 18, 2012
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I have an interview tomorrow at our local hospital for cleaning and such, and i was wondeing what i should wear. I figured id wear a nice pink dress and sandles, somet...
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- Agree. Not appropriate. Most any skirt (at least knee length) or slacks in a muted color and a blouse or summer sweater would be better. You don't need a pant suit,...
- If I picked that dress, I would wear a light summer cardigan over it and pair it with flats or closed toed pumps. After all, you will be inside in air conditioning. Ot...
- Sounds like you don't want to hear what everyone is saying, but it's true. Tan slacks and a blouse would be more professional than the dress. The dress is verypret...
Wedding Attire - Day Wedding, Not Attending Reception
Asked by J.B. from Boston
on September 21, 2012
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My husband and I are attending a wedding tomorrow where we are going to the ceremony at noon but are not staying for the reception. The wedding will be indoors at an u...
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- If you're just going to the ceremony in the day time either is fine - wear a light cheerful color on top to brighten the black or gray bottom and you'll be fine!
- Option A sounds perfect :)
- What you suggest sounds fine to me. This is in a restaurant, not a church, and it sounds less formal because of that setting. I take it that your concern is that a ca...
