In general, it's not appropriate for guests to wear white to a wedding. "When you're a guest at a wedding, the most important thing to keep in mind is not to upstage or upset the bride," says wedding dress designer Madeline Gardner. "It's safe to stay away from any outfits that are predominantly white, cream or ivory."
What's wrong with wearing white to a wedding?
Much like wearing black to a wedding, the colour can be frowned upon by the bridal party and guests alike. White wedding dresses are considered a symbol of purity and enable brides to stand out on the big day. Choosing to wear white as a guest can be seen as trying to steal attention away from the happy couple.6 Dec 2021
What colors are you not supposed to wear to a wedding?
- White.
- Off white or ivory.
- All Black.
- All Red.
- Gold.
- Overly sparkly or heavily metallic.
- Bridesmaid dress color.
- Mother of the bride or groom dress color.