Proper Wedding Attire
what is the proper wedding dress attire to wear for a civil ceremony at the courthouse?
This is my first wedding I am a “young” 45 yr.old
also is it ok to wear a print dress that has a black background or a black skirt say with a white top and black shoes?
Hi and congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
I agree with the others that posted. A nice pant suit say in ivory (or any color YOU like) would be appropriate as would any kind of dress. A tea length dress OR cocktail type dress would look nice.
I have a question for you and I know it’s none of my business….but are you sure you want a courthouse wedding? Are you having any kind of party/reception after?
I only ask because my sister was also married for the first time at age 45. She had a BEAUTIFUL wedding….very elegant, simple and romantic. It was in the morning and then a lunch reception following. She wore a beautiful, simple wedding gown and had 3 in the wedding party — a matron of honor, a bridesmaid, and a flower girl. It was my very favorite wedding of all time!
Just because you are 45 doesn’t mean you have to go to the courthouse! Now, if that is what you want…..I’m not knocking it…..just saying you should go for it if you want to!
I have given this idea to soooo many brides….but, have you thought about perhaps having a ceremony at a bed and breakfast? There are many that allow this and some can even provide a small reception following. I will provide you with a link at the bottom of this message. Simply click on it and then in the box where it says “search inns by amenity”, then click on “weddings.” Every state is listed. I think it would be sooooo romantic to be married on New Year’s Eve in front of a fireplace!! Beautiful!
http://www.bbonline.com
Also, I love these gowns from Chadwicks….here are two that are very elegant and come in a number of colors, with Ivory being one of them:
http://www.chadwicks.com/clothing/Beaded-Wrap-Jacket-Dress.aspx?PfId=48381&DeptId=8409&ProductTypeId=1&PurchaseType=0
http://www.chadwicks.com/clothing/Lace-Skirt-Set.aspx?PfId=101421&DeptId=8409&ProductTypeId=1&PurchaseType=0
I think you should have some kind of ceremony and reception with your family and friends! If you waited until 45 to get married….you DESERVE IT!!
Congrats and good luck!
Winter Wedding Attire