Oct 09, 2013 | Posted by: abi s

Black is traditionally the color of mourning. That is why it is a color that many will not wear to a wedding. While dark colors on men may be acceptable, black dresses on women are not. This is normally true, but like everything else there is the exception to this rule. There is nothing wrong with wearing a black cocktail dress or any other fun and flirty style. As long as it cannot be interpreted as a dress that should be in funeral procession then go for it.

There is nothing wrong with an outfit that flatters the figure or that shows off a bit of leg. However, there is such a thing as too skimpy. May not show up the bride but "look at me" wedding attire will detract from her big day.

Even if it is a beach wedding leave the "flip-flops" at home. Remember that casual doesn't mean everyday attire. A casual wedding dress is still a semi-formal, wedding attire for a causal wedding should also be in the semi-formal category.

This one is for men - do not show up in white tie and tails unless it is expressed on the invitation that you are being invited to a black-tie event. It is just not cool to show up the groom.

Garish and gaudy clothing do not make suitable attire for a wedding . Many women like those big "Sunday-go-to-meeting" hats, the bigger the better. This is an awful choice for a wedding considering that everyone sitting behind you will not be able to see the ceremony. Generally anyone who would wears loud and garish apparel or other accessories to wedding is desperate for attention.