Wedding Etiquette: Yes, You CAN Wear Black to a Wedding!
—Jennifer Hyman CEO and co-founder, Rent the Runway
"Since brides are now wearing all shades of the rainbow, guests can, too—and that includes black!"
—Tara Soloway, wedding expert and co-founder of Luxe Destination Weddings
"Wedding guests can absolutely wear black. It is the most fabulous contrast to celebrate the white wedding gown."
—Nancy Aucone, co-founder of The Wedding Salon of Manhasset
"The little black dress is a stylish go-to—especially for a wedding. An LBD is versatile and figure-flattering. Plus, it can easily be dressed up or down depending on how formal the affair is."
—Jeannie Mai, celebrity stylist and makeup artist and David's Bridal Style Council member
"It's not a problem to wear black to a wedding. The two cardinal colors to steer clear of for weddings are white and ivory so you don't take away from the bride!"
—Andrea Behar, fashion designer
"In the past, wearing black was associated with mourning, therefore it was considered inappropriate to wear on the happiest day of someone else's life. But that school of thought is outdated. Black is classic, fashionable and chic."
—Jaclyn Fisher, wedding consultant and co-owner of Two Little Birds Planning
"There is nothing wrong with wearing black to a wedding! A tasteful LBD with some killer shoes and beautiful jewelry can be elegant and very appropriate."
—Diane Gottsman, etiquette expert and owner of The Protocol School of Texas
"It is absolutely acceptable to wear black to a wedding. Wearing black used to signify that the attendee was making a statement against the marriage. This is as outdated as the notion that a woman's handbag and shoes must match."
—Jeanne Hennessey, owner of Lorraine Roy Designer Collections & Bridal Boutique
"There's a huge misconception that wearing black to a wedding is still a faux pas, but that's not the case. Black is perfectly appropriate for a wedding guest."
—Sam Saboura, celebrity stylist
Even if you don't consider me a weddings expert I think the final verdict is clear. Of course black won't work for every occasion: I don't think I'd wear black to a Sunday morning garden wedding in July. But nine times out of 10, it's the color I'm reaching for.
Do you guys wear black as a wedding guest? Or do you still think it's a no-no? What's worse as a wedding guest: wearing black or wearing white?
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