Is it okay to wear a black dress to a cocktail attire wedding? I’m definitely overthinking this!
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Traditionally you don’t wear black (too funereal) or white (to not compete with the bride) to a wedding. But today so many rules have gone out the window, and there are black and white weddings where everyone is supposed to wear only black and white, so ask the bride.
If the wedding is in a church, traditionally you’d cover your shoulders and not wear anything risqué. Often a jacket, shawl or overblouse on top of a simple cocktail dress can be worn at the wedding, and taken off for the reception. But again, weddings at the beach and other venues seem to have different rules. I’d not wear anything over the top sparkly or ball gowny, but a nice cocktail dress in a color could work well.
If you know any of the bride’s relatives, maybe ask what they are wearing and what is expected.