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Complete Guide on What to Wear to a Wedding – 3 Part Series, Part 3

This is the third segment in the 3 part series 'Complete Guide on What to Wear to Wedding.' This section offers ideas for dressing appropriately as a guest to a formal daytime wedding and formal evening wedding.

5. Formal Daytime Wedding

For any formal wedding, long dresses or fancy cocktail dresses are the best options. While most styles of cocktail dresses work for semi formal weddings, for formal weddings, have some fun and try more luxurious cocktail dresses in fine fabrics like satin and chiffon and with ornate detailing such as intricate beading or rhinestones. Diamonds and pearls are classier for formal daytime weddings as opposed to excessive fashion jewelry. Full length maxi dresses are also beautiful for formal daytime weddings.

Cocktail Dresses

Little Black Dress by Mori Lee

from only : $116.00 | at: PromGirl

This lovely strapless little black dress features satin cuff edging...

Cocktail Dress by Blush

from only : $238.00 | at: PromGirl

Lustrous iridescent taffeta and a sparkling beaded bodice give this...

Strapless Short Dress by Mori Lee

from only : $132.00 | at: PromGirl

This fabulous purple ombre strapless dress has a celebrity glamour...

Print Dresses

Designer Dress by La Femme

from only : $149.00 | at: PromGirl

A stunning evening gown featuring a beaded v-neck halter.

Mermaid Gown by BG Haute

from only : $240.00 | at: PromGirl

A figure flattering long formal dress with delicate gold foil...

Long Print Dress by La Femme

from only : $169.00 | at: PromGirl

A beautiful aqua blue print dress designed to flatter your figure...

Solid Color Gowns

Simple Long Dress

from only : $64.00 | at: PromGirl

Bella chiffon strapless sweetheart dress with charmuese trim under...

Elegant Fuchsia Color Dress by Bari Jay

from only : $299.00 | at: PromGirl

To make this unique pomegranate color, the designer, Bari Jay uses...

V-Neck Dress, La Femme Halter Gown

from only : $169.00 | at: PromGirl

This elegant V-neck halter top dress features a loose fitting...

6. Formal Evening Wedding

For formal evening weddings, full length gowns are the most suitable. Choose a gown more slender and form-fitting as opposed to the full skirt, princess like gowns that are at risk in competing with the bride. Also, though there are varying opinions on whether or not white is an appropriate color to wear to a wedding, a white evening gown will not be appropriate for a formal evening wedding. Any ensemble that implies bridal should be avoided unless you are the bride.

Cocktail Dresses

One Shoulder Black Dress

from only : $138.00 | at: PromGirl

One shoulder little black dress with beading detail on strap and...

Black Strapless Dress

from only : $258.00 | at: PromGirl

Elegant V-neck Black and Nude Dress

from only : $230.00 | at: PromGirl

Bright Gowns

One Shoulder Formal Gown by La Femme

from only : $198.00 | at: PromGirl

A gorgeous dress features two pleated straps over one shoulder that...

Elegant Yellow Evening Gown by Allure

from only : $358.00 | at: PromGirl

A sensational long yellow dress featuring a low cut V-neckline in...

Long Dress by La Femme

from only : $338.00 | at: PromGirl

A long halter dress featuring a low cut neckline, beaded empire...

Dark Gowns

Dave and Johnny 5680 Strapless Dress

from only : $95.00 | at: PromGirl

Strapless sweetheart chiffon dress.

Flirt Black Evening Gown

from only : $358.00 | at: PromGirl

The long floor length skirt in luxurious taffeta is gathered at the...

Nika 3567 Dress

from only : $99.00 | at: PromGirl

V-neck dress with beading under bust.

A good rule of thumb when it comes to dressing for a wedding: if you find yourself doubting a particular outfit, then move on. One of the worst feelings is spending the entire ceremony feeling insecure about how you look. Weddings are meant for celebrating and enjoying in the company of friends and families, not preoccupying yourself with thoughts of being dressed inappropriately. If an outfit gives you anxiety, then simply find another one. There are literally countless ensembles you can wear to a wedding. Don’t waste time stressing out about one.

And try not to get overwhelmed when shopping for wedding clothes. Keep in mind that the focus of the wedding is the bride and groom and what people will be looking at for most of the ceremony. While we all aim to look our best and don ourselves with clothes that let our personal styles shine, keep in mind what’s important when trying to find your perfect wedding attire—as long as you feel comfortable and you’re able to move freely, chat with other guests, take part in toasts, hug the bride and groom, and groove on the dance floor, then you know you’ve found your perfect match.

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