What to Wear to a Spring Wedding

Katherine Huether
Spring is a fun season. It's so full of joy and new beginnings. It is for this reason that it is a wonderful time of year to get married. However, it can be tricky to find the right outfit to wear to one of these weddings. The days may be warmer but the nights can still be cold. Also, it is the rainy season. All of these things need to be factored into your wardrobe choices. Here are some tips.

Read the Invitation

The first thing to do is figure out what the wedding invitation says. If it says black tie, for example, you will need to find something appropriate for the event - such as a tuxedo and an evening gown. If it doesn't say anything, just assume that the women will need to wear a nice pant suit or dress and that the men should wear a suit and tie, or at the very least a shirt and a tie.White tie is even fancier than black tie. It is an event that calls for the fanciest evening wear possible such as a tuxedo with tails for men and a ball gown for the women.

Touches for Spring

Even though the type of event may have you feeling a little constrained, there are things you can do to give your outfit some spring touches no matter how fancy it is. For example, you can choose lighter fabrics and colors. In other words, even if you need to wear an evening gown, you can choose a lighter color and an airy fabric like silk rather than a heavy fabric like velvet. Beware of wearing a sundress, however, unless it is an outdoor wedding or takes place at the beach.

Choosing a Jacket

If the wedding is in the winter or the fall, the expectation is that your outfit will include some kind of coat or jacket. In the spring, however, this isn't necessary. You have the choice of wearing a lighter jacket if it is slightly cold or something like a shawl if the wedding is on a warm day. Just be sure to bring something warmer for later on in the evening. Even in the spring it gets chilly as the night progresses.

Make it Tasteful

Another tip for finding something nice to wear for a spring wedding is to make your choice tasteful. Obviously, you would like to look nice. However, keep in mind that there are certain things to avoid such as ill fitting clothes, outfits that are too revealing, and anything that simply isn't flattering on you.

You want to look nice for the spring wedding you are attending. Follow these suggestions and not only will you look good but you will also have an outfit all picked out that is completely appropriate for the occasion.

Published by Katherine Huether

I am a freelance writer and have a BA in English from the University of New Hampshire. I also have a Diploma in Herbal Studies from the American College of Health Sciences. In addition, I have extensive lang...  View profile

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