What to Wear to a Wedding

By Eileen Conlan

July 21, 2011 5:51 AM
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What to Wear to a Wedding

Country-Club Nuptials
Nothing is more garish at a preppy noon wedding than edgy couture. Stick to pastel tea-length or eyelet dresses and peep-toe flats so you don’t poke Louboutin-size holes in that prize-winning golf course.
Designer: Carolina Herrera

What to Wear to a Wedding

Vegas, Baby
Finally, a wedding where cleavage is acceptable. Wear something comfy enough to take you from the wedding to the craps table to the plane — it's gonna be a long night.
Designer: Versace

What to Wear to a Wedding

Black-Tie Basics
Don't buck tradition: Pony up for a timeless, long black-and-white strapless or short-sleeve gown. Gloves optional. (But if — like us — you eat, beware: Those things are a major pain during the passed hors d’oeuvres.
Designer: YSL

What to Wear to a Wedding

Justice of the Peace Witness
If the no-frills bride is saying "I do" in an all-business pants ensemble after work, complement with a neutral sheath (no loud patterns) and wedges — then buy the first bottle of rosé at the wine bar after-party.
Designer: Bottega Veneta

What to Wear to a Wedding

The Dreaded Themed Affair
Great Gatsby glam? Try a drop-waist frock with a feathered cloche (yes, feathers!). Medieval madness? Eschew elf ears for a plum gown and decadent jewels. You’ll thank us when the online photo album goes live.
Designer: Christian Dior

What to Wear to a Wedding

Beachfront Blowout
The long, print maxi dress was made for exotic locales. Since you've spent your savings on a ticket, skip the shoe splurge and slip into metallic gladiator sandals. The 5'4" groomsman will thank you.
Designer: Missoni
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