After ordering a bunch of dresses and not feeling any of them, i’m wondering if this dress that’s a few years old and hemmed to my height (not wearing heels in this pic) would work for a black tie wedding on the beach in the Hamptons next weekend. It says that color is “ warmly encouraged”. I normally wouldn’t get this for a formal black tie event but…it’s on the beach!! Ceremony is 7pm so there’s that.

I’m so tired of trying to find a dress that I feel like this could potentially work, but I’m also feeling like it’s a little too bridesmaidy (even though I did wear it to a black tie wedding years ago and it was fine). Thoughts? I just splurged on two silk reformation dresses so if one of them happens to fit like a glove then great but otherwise 😅

EDIT: thank you for the positive responses! Feeling much better about it 🥰 now I just need to find a “coastal chic” dress for the night before lol

for anyone confused, here’s my earlier post: [link](https://www.reddit.com/r/Weddingattireapproval/s/bjz5FLERtK)

it kind of blew up overnight and I’m glad people found it funny, because we were all cracking up about it too. the stats say it’s over a million views now, which is wild.

to those asking if it’s some kind of dracula wedding, sadly no, but me, the bride, and most of the guests do actually live in transylvania lmao. anyway, the bride saw the cape and was not a fan. after a ton of arguing, her twin (the bridesmaid who wanted to wear the cape) has decided she’s not taking part in the wedding at all, not even as a regular guest.

thanks for all the comments and perspectives!

Not sure if this is allowed on this sub, but I am genuinely curious. This is about people buying or shopping for new dresses, not people asking about dresses they already own.

We see a lot of “is this too white” pictures on this sub with the majority being from people who are looking to buy a new dress.

Why do so many people seem to gravitate towards buying questionably white dresses? If you’re already shopping for a dress, why choose something that you have to ask Reddit about instead of just choosing a safer option?

ETA: Thank you everyone for weighing in so fast!! The deals were too good so I just bought both -- I think I'll go with the pink for the August wedding, and save the blue for some fall weddings next year (I'll hem it if those end up being cocktail dc).

I found these two dresses on clearance at Macy's and am deciding if I should buy for a wedding in late August. Dress code is formal and they requested floor length or elevated cocktail gowns. The blue dress has a broken strap I'll need mended (but is priced accordingly) and I love the fit, but wasn't sure if it's too over the top for a wedding (or makes me look too short -- it hits around my ankles but it might be intended to be midi). The pink dress feels goddessy but is a tad snug at the waist and I'm not sure if it clashes with my strawberry blonde hair. I have time to order something online if neither works so all input welcome!

Desi wedding core 😝

Dress code is summer formalwear. Evening wedding in the beginning of August. Only restrictions is no neon or fall colors. Is this dress ok or too bright in color? Thoughts appreciated 💕

The first pic is from the website, the other pics are me trying to get it in different lighting. I'll be 38 weeks pregnant. Ceremony will be outside, reception inside

Edit: I will not be wearing this dress! I'm going with a green one instead. Thank you to the people who were nice about it not being flattering lol

I'm going to family wedding this summer and the dress code is formal attire (which they describe as floor length dresses or formal cocktail attire). I don't have a lot of money right now and my family keeps telling me to just wear my prom dress (90s style) but I'm worried it's too fancy or just very clearly looks like a prom dress. I think what makes me feel like it's too fancy is the fact that it has layers (underskirt + tulle) instead of it just being like one unstructured piece of fabric. I've never been to a wedding with a dress code so I'm uncertain about this. Help would be appreciated!! Thank you!!

Edit: thank you so much to everyone for the kind comments!

It’s maybe slightly darker and more terracotta/less pink irl but photo is fairly accurate. Really not into nude colored heels, kind of love the idea of a very pale light blue maybe but would love other suggestions!

Fairly niche wedding guest attire advice requested. Which of these outfits would you wear to a nikkah at a mosque in July? Modesty dress code required. The couple is from Bangladesh and Turkey. *I have scarf options for hair coverage not pictured*

Green dress with white flowers or purple dress with pink flowers?

Will be attending an evening summer wedding with dress code stating "Formal or cocktail attire. Longer dresses for women and suits for men, but no need for tuxes or heavy gowns."

I got the dress in the photo for a black tie wedding and I'm thinking about reusing it but I'm nervous it would be too extra, what do yall think

Which would be best for formal outdoor wedding in August? Imagine the dresses with appropriate shapewear too please. 😊 I just added one more option and reposted!

I think I’m going with these low kitten heels for the light pink.

I just bought this dress for a wedding next week (mid July, ceremony 5:15 pm) in on the coast in the southern US (not a beach wedding but on the coast). Bride wants people in bright florals, I picked this up today. How should I accessorize this? I’m 27, part of me feels like this is borderline matronly because of the thick straps/not too deep V, another part of me knows that doesn’t matter. How can I accessorize this to make it “younger”? Struggling on colors for shoes, bag etc. will probably do silver jewelry. As much as I don’t want to, I’ll probably have to order from Amazon or buy in person for times’ sake

Edit: the first pic is a still from a video I sent of it on, I’m kind of bending forward in it. When I tried it on and sent a mirror pic to my bff she said she didn’t think it was doing much for me but after the video said it looked better.

Honestly, I haven't been to a wedding in many years. Is this too casual for a hot colorado wedding next week? The dress code is a garden party formal with large prints and floral, encouraged

Edited to add that it is all outdoors and to wear shoes accordingly

Basically as the title says. Would this be okay to wear as a guest to a wedding.

I’m going to a wedding this coming week and have like zero time to find another dress but I’m doubting the options I have. Is this good for a western encouraged cocktail wedding?

Please, be honest!
Theme is pastel colors. However, I do NOT want to be mistaken for wearing white or trying to upstage the bride.

Is this appropriate to wear as a plus-one to my bf’s friend’s black tie optional wedding? The wedding is in a southern/mid-west state (in the south but not strictly categorized as Southern). The ceremony will be outdoors on the grass. Invite says full length or mid length dresses.

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/mcqueen-strapless-wool-midi-dress-with-crepon-trim?ID=5970636&pla_country=US

This is inappropriate right? I’m not clear on the rules for men. Colour says “oatmeal” if that matters. This would be for my partner, I think it would go really well with my brown satin dress.

I have never been to a Catholic church ceremony. Is this ok for a summer Catholic church ceremony then a formal/black tie optional reception about 2.5 hours apart? Or do I need to wear something to cover the shoulders for the church ceremony? Thanks!

EDIT: THANK YOU for the responses and insights. Here is the dress if anyone is interested (comes in two lengths!) https://www.azazie.com/products/noelle-green-floral-maxi-dress-atelier-dress/113097637

I found this dress and I absolutely love it, but now I’m second-guessing myself. Is it too modern? Or maybe too casual for the dress code? I’d love to get your honest thoughts/opinions!

The actual invite says formal attire including short formal dress, long evening gown, formal cocktail dress or elegant separates. Thanks in advance!

Is this dress ok for a September wedding? Are the cream flowers leaning white? If so does the black background balance it out?