What is appropriate for a female guest to wear to a November wedding?

Question

I am clueless on what to wear. I'm guessing a dress that is not white. But what color/s? What style? I dont want to stick out or look silly for dressing innappropriate.

Answer 1

A little black dress is always appropriate!  But if you don't want black (there is nothing wrong with it but some people don't like wearing black to a wedding) go with another dark coloured cocktail dress (like brown or deep burgundy).  Dark colours are always good for a more formal event, especially if you don't know how formal it will be.  And a cocktail dress is a pretty safe bet for any formality level (unless it explicitly says black-tie or something).

Don't forget a nice wrap to keep you warm!

Good Luck!

Answer 2

It depends on the formality of the event and time of day. In general I would say a twin set in an autumn color like eggplant or an icy lavender, taupe, chocolate brown, the fall shades of the yellow/orange family (not too bright or pastel) or dark reds would be lovely with either a black twirly skirt or a coordinating one and pretty accessories and shoes would take you most anywhere and you could get more blingy accessories for evening and more toned down ones for day.

Also a solid colored dress in those colors would be great. Black would work depending on your locality and the time of day.

A beautiful top with ruffle or lace trim would also work with a black or coordinating skirt and beautiful accessories.

For a daytime wedding that's not mentioned as formal you should be able to wear dressy black trousers instead with dressy shoes and nice accessories.

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Answer 3

When in doubt, wear a little black cocktail dress.  It's classic, yet stylish.  It's also sophisticated, but is s**y in a classy way.   Black is becoming a very acceptable and common seen dress color for weddng guests.  If you get a dress that fits your body type and personality, you'll be a knock out.  

Get to the mall and just try on as many different dresses as you can.  You never know what will look good.  

Answer 4

Navy is a fantastic color for any time of year. Simple but elegant - you want to look nice but you don't want to distract from the bride. A simple shift style can be dressed up or down. Most people don't have black tie weddings, which would require a much more formal dress, but a shift would be appropriate for most weddings.

Answer 5

You can never go wrong with a little black dress. Every woman needs one in her closet!

Answer 6

Not sure what hemisphere you are in. November here is spring. I always wear a (non revealing) cocktail dress unless the invite suggests to wear something else.

Ask some other guests what they plan to wear. That way you can get an idea on how everyone else is dressing.

Answer 7

I agree with bernie, also gold is beautiful in the fall.  

Answer 8

Fall is such a fun time. There are a ton of colors to wear this that time of year:

Burgundy, Brown, Plum, Deep Red

Have fun at the wedding!!

Answer 9

I think its always safe to wear a nice cocktail style dress that comes below the knee, some strappy shoes. If its a cooler day/night, you can always team it with a shawl or something. I try to never dress in the same colours as the bridal party but thats just me. If it's an outdoor wedding, make sure your heel is appropriate for the ground. You don't want to end up sinking lol.