The Cocktail Party Wedding

Unlike 2020, which saw very few weddings, 2021 is shaping up to be a big year for weddings. If your refrigerator is overflowing with invitations, finding the perfect dress for your wedding guest debut (opens in new tab) is obviously a top priority. Swapping sweatpants (open in new tab) for a ball gown might be a bit of a shock; whether you're attending a 200-person wedding or a smaller, more intimate affair, finding the right dress doesn't have to put you in full panic mode It doesn't have to put you in full panic mode. Down the road, you may find a dress that is as beautiful as the bride.

With the spike in marriages at City Hall over the last year, it is only plausible that you will be invited to an informal gathering at the Marriage Bureau. There are no hard and fast rules about what to wear, but a sophisticated midi dress style would be appropriate for the occasion.

Don't panic if your wedding invitation says "black tie attire." Evening wear is something that can be enjoyed without being overbearing. A neutral color combination like black and white can be worn repeatedly to other formal occasions.

On a brisk fall day, be at one with your surroundings with a floral dress that can be worn with a cardigan or light jacket. For an outdoor wedding held on a lawn, choose flat or wedge shoes to avoid sinking.

Choose a short ensemble so you can dance the night away. Toast the new couple with out-of-the-box attire, such as a plaid, ribboned dress or spaghetti straps with pearls.