What is Appropriate Wedding Attire for a Noon Wedding in Italy?

Dear On Dressing Well,

I’ve been invited to a wedding in Italy on June 17th. It begins at noon and ends at 8pm. Is it appropriate to wear a black cocktail dress?

Ahhh the dreaded wedding attire question is now elevated to international Italian waters.

And if you want to be la bella figura, you will need expert fashion tips to look your best.

Because you are traveling to the land of Armani, Versace, and Roberto Cavalli, a modern and well-dressed fashionista wants to observe the Italian wedding traditions without compromising her sense of style.

Here’s how to dress well for an Italian wedding: Read the rest of this entry »

The proper wedding attire for guests of the bride or groom is often a fashion conundrum.

You want to be the envy of your stylish gaggle of girlfriends in the latest designer frock, but you do not want to upstage the blushing bride on her wedding day intentionally.

Here’s how to answer the dreaded and age-old question, “What should women wear to a wedding?” Read the rest of this entry »