Is it appropriate for a woman to wear all black (dress, shoes, etc) to an afternoon wedding ceremony?

Question

Is it appropriate for a woman to wear all black (dress, shoes, etc) to an afternoon wedding ceremony?

Answer 1

Sure, but I think it would appear hot for a summer wedding.

Answer 2

NO, IT'S NOT!

Answer 3

No.........

Answer 4

Only if you're attending a funeral right after!  I guess it depends though. Does it have sparkles or sequins?  Is it sleeveless?  But generally in the summer time you want to wear lighter colors.

Answer 5

It depends on the general attire expected. Is it an evening wedding? Then yes, but they might want a cardigan for warmth and this might be a way of adding some color too. If the wedding is a morning or early afternoon event then wearing something more colorful would be better... Maybe they could ask another guest, a friend or something, what they are wearing if they are really unsure what the norm will be...

Answer 6

Well, it's more appropriate than wearing white.  Beyond that, it would depend on the wedding traditions followed by the family.

Answer 7

More information is needed.

Answer 8

No, all black is reserved for somber occasions or formal dinners/cocktail parties. While it may be more acceptable now, black shouldn't ever be worn to a wedding at all.

There are few things that look more out of place at a sunny afternoon party then "death in heals."

Answer 9

sure if she's a 90 yr old widowed italian or geeek lady.

Answer 10

Brighter colors are more appropriate for an afternoon summer wedding.  However, if $$ is tight and that's all she has to wear, she should wear it and have fun.