How to dress if you are a witness of the wedding: the clothes and accessories to wear
Being a wedding witness is an honor and a responsibility, and dressing appropriately is a duty. What should you wear when filling this role? Which dress and accessories to choose, to make a good impression and honor the bride and groom? Of course, the choice is really difficult, especially considering the myriad of styles, shapes and colors of clothes on the market. If you don't know what to wear for the most beautiful day of the person you care about most, in which the guests' eyes will inevitably fall on you too, follow our advice, to be a perfect wedding witness.
The best man, first of all, must have a sober and discreet look. This does not necessarily mean that she should dress simply or anonymously, but that it is better to avoid clothing that is not suitable for the role, such as dresses that are too short or too low-cut (especially if the wedding in question involves a religious ceremony), or colors not recommended for a wedding like black or white. The wedding witness's dress can also include imaginative decorations or be richly embellished with sequins, stones or special workmanship, the important thing is that it is in good taste and that it does not steal the show from the real protagonist of the event: the bride. The witness's task, in fact, is to support the bride during her most beautiful day, certainly not to obscure her.
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The best man's clothes
The best man should generally wear a long or medium-length dress. It would be best to avoid dresses that are too low-cut, and our general advice is to avoid dresses with thin or strapless straps, as they may look too sexy, if not downright vulgar. In some cases, however, even a short dress, or strapless, can prove to be suitable as a maid's dress, with the right characteristics. For example, if the dress is short, it will be better to choose a soft, non-aggressive or too cheeky color, such as a pastel tone, perhaps enriched with floral prints or elegant materials such as satin. Without prejudice to the discreet color of the dress, you could also indulge yourself with embroidery, sequins and decorations. But be careful of the season: a dress with golden sequins is more suitable for winter than for summer, while very light tulle flounces are perfect for the warmer season. Below you can find many dress ideas suitable for a wedding witness.
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The ceremony shoes
And what about accessories? If the maid-of-honor dress is suitable, that is sober and very elegant, with accessories such as shoes and bags you can indulge yourself a little more, giving points of interest to the outfit. If you wear a solid color dress, maybe of a pastel color, then the shoes and the clutch bag can be golden, or studded with sequins and colored glitter. Dare with accessories, perhaps with gold-colored sandals, can give the right light to your look, and contribute to the elegance of the "together. In the same way, a jeweled shoe (strictly with the heel!) will surely add a touch of fashion to your outfit. Leave all the guests speechless by daring with the choice of shoes to match your maid of honor dress: in this way you will attract the attention of friends and relatives of the couple, but without exceeding. In the photos below you will find a selection of formal shoes suitable for a wedding witness.
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The ceremony bags
The ideal bag for a wedding witness is the classic ceremony bag: small, decorated, precious. For small sizes, the best bags are obviously clutches and shoulder bags. You can choose a jewel clutch to embellish your best man look, or a delicate decorated shoulder strap. Go ahead also for glitter and metallic textures, as long as you don't overdo it, balancing the elements. If your dress is already golden or studded with sequins, it will be better that the bag you have chosen is not too; in this case you prefer a solid color bag, without applications or particular frills: a minimal design will be the best friend of your particular best man dress. Finally, consider investing in a rigid clutch bag made from special or recycled materials: wood, metal, plastic, resin ... The options are many, all extremely fashionable and perfect to accompany the maid-of-honor dress. Discover our tips for the most suitable ceremony bag among the photos below.
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The formal dresses for plus sizes
For plus sizes, the best man dress poses absolutely no particular problem. In fact, curvy fashion also offers a wide choice of very elegant formal dresses suitable for the occasion. Our general advice is to prefer a long dress, which helps you to be more discreet without emphasizing the curves in an exaggerated way. chosen a short dress, it is better to avoid wearing one of a too flashy color: better to wear blue, navy or serenity, pearl gray, quartz pink, beige. If you are witness of a wedding in summer or spring, you can also opt for some floral patterns, while it is better to reserve sequins and other bright decorations for autumn or winter weddings. Finally, give a boost to your figure with a pair of shoes with heels!
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How to dress if you are invited to a wedding
How to dress at a wedding if you are simply invited? Surely you will be able to feel a little more free, choosing even more whimsical and imaginative formal dresses. You can also wear a short dress, or more sexy, but without overdoing the decorations such as sequins and embroidery. The role of the best man is more important, let's leave to her the task of a more challenging look. Discover the most suitable formal dresses in the images below.
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