07. 02. 2023 Dressing for a wedding - we will help you choose the appropriate dress code

A wedding is guaranteed to be a formal event, and therefore it is advisable to follow certain social etiquettes unless the bride and groom request otherwise. The wedding dress code is therefore a recommendation of the newlyweds and their ideas on how you should dress on your wedding day and in what spirit the wedding will take place.

How to communicate the dress code to the wedding party and who it should apply to

The easiest way is to immediately communicate your ideas and requirements in the wedding announcement. However, if you are still implementing your dream dress code while your invitations have already been sent out, just call or text your guests.

The dress code can apply to all the wedding guests or only to selected groups. If you know that it will be difficult to coordinate all your guests, you can address only the bridesmaids or best men and their partners. Another group is parents, siblings or all children. In short, it depends on your ideas and how you envision your wedding photos, for example.

Bride - wedding dress

Traditionally, wedding dresses for the bride have bright colours - like white, cream and other light pastel shades. Brides can choose from a wide selection of wedding dress styles like lace wedding dresses, boho wedding dresses, suit dresses, long sleeved or strapless dresses, long with a train or on the contrary short. Bridal salons are happy to help you with this.

In addition to the wedding salons, you can use the Castle Catering Turnkey Wedding service, where we will help you organize the perfect wedding and advise you not only on the wedding dress, but also on the choice of the wedding venue, rings, music, decorations, wedding menu, accommodation or transportation of guests, and we will also recommend make-up artists (beauticians, hairdressers). With us, you will plan your wedding without any worries and enjoy your D-day to the fullest.

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Groom and wedding suit

The groom has it more or less easier, as he has to reach for a suit. Wedding suits nowadays tend to be dark blue, or lighter colours like beige, pale blue and grey. However, you can also choose a classic black suit. A white shirt is especially important. The groom can match the tie or bow tie either with the colour of his suit or with the colour of the whole wedding.

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Parents of the bride and groom

The next important guests after the bride and groom are guaranteed to be their parents. They too should match the colours of the wedding. Mothers should thus not be afraid to wear dresses of bolder colours or dresses in the colour of the wedding. Dads should also stick to the colour of the wedding. They can enhance a well-fitting suit with a waistcoat.

Bridesmaids and groomsmen

Witnesses have an important role during the ceremony, standing at the sides of both the bride and the groom. For this reason, it is important to match the bride and groom according to a certain element. This can be the wedding bouquet, the colour of the groom's handkerchief or directly according to the wishes of the bride and groom. It is also good to match both witnesses to each other so that when they look at each other, they form a harmonious couple together with the bride and groom.

The best man should choose a well-fitting suit combined with either a bow tie, tie or handkerchief in the colour of a certain element appearing on the bride and groom. The best woman should avoid dresses more striking than the bride's. Nowadays, the boho style is trendy. The best women have long loose dresses in soft pastel shades. However, our bridal salons or our turnkey wedding service can help you with this too.

Traditionally,bridesmaids wear white dresses like the bride, but less embellished. The advantage is that bridesmaids' dresses are usually chosen at the same time as the bride's. However, make sure that the bride is still in the lead. If you are choosing your wedding dress in a bridal salon you will often find bridesmaid dresses by the same designer. The style and cut of the dress does not have to be the same for every bridesmaid.

Bridesmaids' attire

The wedding party should heed the wishes of the bride and groom to comply with their requests, which may be in terms of style of dress - casual, garden party, black-tie, cocktail; but most importantly, the colour of the outfit to match the setting of the wedding. The centre of the whole wedding is the bride and groom, and therefore you should not stand out more than just the two of them!

If the bride and groom have communicated their requirements not only to the bridal party, but especially to the bridesmaids or witnesses, keep in mind that you should not dress in the bridesmaids' colours and vice versa. If you are not sure if the wedding you are to attend has a set colour, ask the fiancés.

If the fiancés have not specified a dress code, still choose formal clothing. You can adapt it to the wedding venue. If you know the wedding will be held outdoors, women can choose ballerinas instead of pumps.

What to avoid

Don't forget certain rules that guests shouldn't break.

• The white color of the dress - if it is not a requirement of the bride and groom, then definitely leave it at home.
• You are not the main role - avoid overkill, bold accessories, distinctive makeup and hairstyle.
• Don't wear overly revealing dresses.
• Swap jeans, a plain t-shirt and trainers for formal wear and appropriate footwear.
• Always keep a pair of tights and a spare pair in reserve.

Dress code according to location and weather

The dress code for a wedding can be adjusted according to the location of the wedding, and also the weather. If the wedding will take place outdoors, consider appropriate footwear and what to wear over your shoulders for the evening. If it is going to rain, feel free to bring a folding umbrella in your purse. If the wedding will take place in cold weather, opt for a long-sleeved dress.

How to dress for a winter wedding

Naturally, it's important to be warm. However, you don't want to be dressed as if you're going to the North Pole. Consider a long-sleeved, high-necked wool or velvet dress. Don't forget about tights, which you can swap for insulated ones. A long, warm coat is good for an outer layer, and you can wear leather gloves as an accessory. Feel free to swap the pumps for ankle boots with heels or any other closed-toe shoes.

Garden party wedding dress code

An outdoor garden party wedding is very creative. You can wear a summery, formal dress in bolder colors along with accessories and gentlemen can wear an afternoon suit or slacks with a sport coat. They can color coordinate with their partners by wearing a tie or pocket square.

Castle wedding dress code

A wedding at a castle is one of the breathtaking places that have a magical atmosphere. Thus, you should not underestimate the choice of appropriate attire for the wedding. However, definitely do not choose a chunky dress so as not to overshadow the bride. A longer simple dress with subtle jewellery will be the ideal solution.

Whatever style or colour you choose for your wedding, it is important that you feel comfortable the whole time so that you can enjoy this beautiful day with the newlyweds.

If you are wondering how to organize your wedding, contact us at +420 601 301 601 or via email at info@zamecky-catering.cz. We will go through your wedding ideas with you and thanks to our Turnkey Wedding we will arrange everything and make sure the whole day runs smoothly. If you are still hesitating, check out the references of the newlyweds.