Yes, You Can Wear Red to a Wedding! Here’s Why.
Erika Marie is a fashion and beauty writer as well…
Red hot controversy alert! The age-old debate rages on: can you wear red to a wedding without overshadowing the bride? Honey, hold onto your fascinator because we’ll spill some scorching secrets.
While some traditionalists argue that red is a faux pas, others are all for breaking up the heat and breaking free from outdated fashion rules. So here’s our sizzling take: if done right, you can totally bring the fire to a wedding in crimson hues!
Red Alert! The Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Red
Let’s get real for a second – weddings are like the Olympics of fashion competitions (minus the sweaty athletes). So why not add some excitement and pizzazz with a fiery red ensemble? Make sure it doesn’t scream “Look at me!” louder than Aunt Mildred after her third glass of champagne. Opt for deeper shades like burgundy or maroon, which give off sophistication, rather than shouting STOP STARING AT THE BRIDE AND GAWK AT ME INSTEAD!
Before you sprint to buy that crimson dress faster than Usain Bolt winning gold, remember that context matters, too. If it’s an ultra-traditional affair where Cousin Margaret is marrying into royalty as she tangoes down the aisle, skip the bold choice altogether (we know how royals can be about their unspoken dress codes). But if it’s more laid-back vibes like Jenny and Alex tying the knot barefoot on a beach with sand between their toes, let that scarlet summer dress fly free!
Let Your Style Shine, But Respectfully
Ultimately, though, darlings, remember this: weddings are all about love and celebration (and open bars!). So if you show up wearing neon green with flashing lights attached, people might stare – though it won’t be out of admiration but more so confusion mixed with concern.
Here at Uptown Girl, we believe in dressing for the occasion while adding a touch of your pizzazz. So whether you choose to wear red to a wedding, embrace blues, or even break societal norms with some fuchsia flair, as long as you bring good vibes and join in on the celebration without upstaging anyone (especially not the couple getting hitched), then go ahead and wear that red dress like it’s nobody’s business.
Tell us, dear readers: have you ever tried wearing red to a wedding? Spill those daring fashion choices below in the comments section!
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Erika Marie is a fashion and beauty writer as well as a hardcore vintage clothing enthusiast. In her free time, she can be found thrifting for hidden gems to add to her collection.