What to Wear to an Autumn Wedding

WOW... it's September already. Kids are headed back to school. Summer clearance sales are almost over and the stores have fully stocked racks for autumn and winter. A wedding is always a good reason to go shopping.

This time of year can be pretty difficult when it comes to deciding how to dress for a wedding. Assuming you live in a moderate climate, these tips should get you through this time of year looking FABULOUS! (Thanks to Nina Callaway @ About Weddings)

For a Black Tie Wedding:
For men, this is simple. Throw on a tux and head out the door.
Ladies, you should wear a formal floor-length gown or an evening suit.

For the sometimes dreaded Black Tie Optional Wedding:
As usual, men have it easy. You can wear a tuxedo or a black suit with long tie.
Ladies, you can either dress the same as you would for the black tie wedding mentioned above or wear a cocktail dress with beautiful detail in a luxurious fabric.

A tip for plus-sized women: wear an empire waist for comfort and elegance. The dress will gracefully drape your curves.

For a Formal Daytime Wedding:
Women can get away with a shorter dress or dressy suit. Stick to bright colors and light fabrics. Stay away from black or beading, which are more appropriate for evening events.
Men should wear a dark gray or navy suit. Again, black is best kept for evening.

For a "Casual" Daytime Wedding:
Daytime weddings give you more room to be creative. Wear a funky little dress with metallic shoes and cool jewelry.
Men can wear a business casual look with slacks and a button-down shirt.

For a "Casual" Evening Wedding:
Remember it is still a wedding, not a picnic or a rock concert.
Fellas, you can leave the suit jacket at home. Wear a dark button-down shirt, dark pants, and dress shoes.
Girls, wear a simple dress in a great style and color.





If the invitation calls for "Festive Attire", this means dress for a party.
Men should still wear a suit, but the ladies should wear something they can dance in.

What if the wedding is scheduled for late afternoon/early evening?
Technically it isn't daytime or evening so dress for both. Wear something that would be suitable for both times of day and you'll be stunning. The key elements are clean lines and the right accessories. If you want to, you can change your jewelry from day to evening without having to change the entire outfit.

Be prepared for a change in temperature.
Sure, it is still pretty warm in the daytime, but what do you do when the sun sets and the night air brings a chill? Carry a stylish jacket, shrug, or wrap.

Have a FABULOUS day!