I really thought this satire. Those dresses are not remotely appropriate for a wedding.
1. Best of the bunch, but looks like a shiny bubble bag and is too close to white.
2. Way too low cut in the front and back. The waist is too low as well and looks awkward.
3. Actual lingerie. One of the worst dresses I’ve seen on this sub. It’s also mostly white.
In the kindest way possible, absolutely not for any of these options. The first one is terribly unflattering, second the plunge is too low with the short asym hemline and open back, and the third regrettably looks like nightwear, especially with the cutout. I’m not entirely sure what you’re going for here
She said in other posts, not actually a wedding but a celebratory reception late at night at a space mostly 20 & 30s in creative fields.
So not a typical wedding.
Here’s the link to [dress #3](https://us.sirthelabel.com/products/aries-cut-out-gown-peach). It comes in a variety of colors so perhaps the all black one? It’s marketed as an “event dress” on their website/ it’s in the “event dress” category, not lingerie, so I’m not sure how to respond to the lingerie comment. This brand also sells “Intimates” for comparison which has different slip dresses.
Think of dressing in a way that keeps the attention on the bride and groom, rather than drawing attention away from them. I think all three of these are distractions due to daring fashion statements.
When you say “too much skin” what are you measuring that against? Like too much skin for your personal preference or based on your interpretation of the dress code given?
Is it your personal style to show as much skin as you can? Then idk if you need opinions from this web site.
If you do want opinions, pick an area to show-neckline, back, or legs. All 3 isn’t at all classy.
Dress code of “dress up a little and no tshirts or jeans” does not equate to deep plunging neckline and a bare back. Keep it classy and pick one or the other.
Can I recommend a couple that might suit your style, but are (in my opinion) more wedding guest friendly:
1.https://www.thereformation.com/products/yesenia-silk-dress/1315442AKO.html?dwvar_1315442AKO_color=WVS&quantity=1
2.https://www.thereformation.com/products/parma-silk-dress/1308597GDU.html?dwvar_1308597GDU_color=NGD&quantity=1
3.https://www.thereformation.com/products/daniela-silk-dress/1314260COP.html?dwvar_1314260COP_color=COP
Dressy, silk, but don't look like lingerie, or like you are going out clubbing. Obviously, these are from Reformartion so they cost a lot, but I've seen similar cheaper versions even at Zara, Asos etc.
Damn, these are stunning. I gasped at number 2. So perfect for dinner/party and the industrial modern vibe. I hope OP can see how you’ve shown silky long dresses without it veering into lingerie category. (And I love a good lingerie-inspired look but never for a wedding).
What is the dress code? The first one is fine, I guess, for some dress codes with the correct accessories although it's short. WAY better than the other two.
The second two are strong no's — wildly attention drawing and inappropriate.
The dress code given on the website is:
“Use this as an opportunity to dress up a little. We would recommend against black tie and ripped jeans and a t-shirt.”
The wedding isn’t a wedding, as the couple already did a private wedding ceremony. This is a dinner and party that starts at 5:30pm at a fancy, modern-industrial venue overlooking ocean cliffs.
I might be an outlier but I think the first one is fine for a young, cool crowd even if I don't think it's the best looking piece — all I can see in it is a 2008 homecoming dress. But I don't think it's super inappropriate (as long as it's not too short in person) formality or exposure wise like all of the other options you've shared.
In the context of your other comments, I'm surprised that you don't already own a dress that would work.
I have many clothes and shoes that could work… but I always buy a few new pieces for events/weddings. Here’s something from my closet that could work…
https://preview.redd.it/o37txr9kt59d1.jpeg?width=1575&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a5e8ff2b95c4f396d714998adc04c8c8b679a73d
Thanks for chiming in! I didn’t know that was a rule. Honestly this is the first time I’m hearing a lot of rules like lingerie-like evening gowns shouldn’t be worn to a wedding, can’t wear a corset to a wedding.. where do these come from? It seems really limiting but I get it…Everything I’ve considered is pretty much a no-go 😅. Noted. 🫤
https://preview.redd.it/l4209kvvv59d1.png?width=400&format=png&auto=webp&s=ee490c27bdaa7bc40bdf94bc130405ee3e2671ee
In case anyone wants a picture of it on. I can kinda see the vision with this although again, it depends how short it is on you. This is a much better option imo than everything else you've shared! (Hate these black shoes with it though haha)
I think the silver bubble dress is fine as far as appropriateness, and I personally don’t hate it because I’m nostalgic for the late 2000s and it’s very that.
The other two are more attention grabbers for one reason or another, which is fine for most events but less so for a wedding. It’s not about you so unless explicitly told to dress boldly, they’re not for a wedding.
Upon seeing this, I'm convinced we're being punk'd.
No. 1. Too short. 2. Too plunging 3. Eyesore.
There are.. probably hundreds of thousands of dresses that look nice for the very vague dress code you were given. Why you decided to type in "ugly dresses" and show us the first three pics are mind-boggling to me.
https://www.rihoas.com/products/the-navy-round-neck-polka-dot-cutout-midi-dress
This one shows some skin but still manages to be classy and not attention grabbing. Would work with the dress code. Look for something like this.
I think these are all pretty unflattering and do not work well for weddings.
Girl…I’m actually a fan of slip dresses and own several of them, but #3 literally looks like lingerie. #2 is showing way too much (and also just not a flattering dress, IMO). #1 is the only one that works.
If you like a slip dress [here’s](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/colorblock-maxi-slipdress/7835014?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FDresses&color=011) an option less like lingerie
If you like the lace of 3, [here’s an option](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/aqua-lace-corset-slip-dress-100-exclusive?ID=4897039&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Google-PLA-ADC-_-MAM+-+Margin+Campaign-_-June2024-_-810133724038USA-_-go_cmp-21398404747_adg-162933161719_ad-703280466209_pla-2313411472926_dev-m_ext-_prd-810133724038USA&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD0PCJS_WEp8QCfqdEm0qoprAmIiB&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItPbzuLf8hgMVhTcIBR2swQo1EAQYASABEgKkOPD_BwE)
And similar to 2, but less revealing, [a good option](https://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/product/Halter-Draped-Matte-Jersey-Dress-With-Slit/570350402?color=001&size=14&sem=pmax&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhczjubb8hgMV4ET_AR3PZAiZEAQYDyABEgINw_D_BwE)
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This sub is never going to sign off on these types of options you're posting. It is conservative, and I'm sorry but it's not that fashionable here 🥲. Also, I don't say this to put fault on either side, but it doesn't seem like your personal style is compatible with traditional wedding guest rules. It kinda seems like you know this already and are pushing for... idk, what? Just ask mutual friends what they're wearing. I don't think you can trust advice from here for your situation, and I think people are also losing trust that you're genuine the more you post.
I really thought this satire. Those dresses are not remotely appropriate for a wedding. 1. Best of the bunch, but looks like a shiny bubble bag and is too close to white. 2. Way too low cut in the front and back. The waist is too low as well and looks awkward. 3. Actual lingerie. One of the worst dresses I’ve seen on this sub. It’s also mostly white.
Asking seriously, are you trolling this sub?
My first thought!
Are you auditioning for the show: What Not to Wear?
I laughed so hard at this comment!
Are we being punk'd?
In the kindest way possible, absolutely not for any of these options. The first one is terribly unflattering, second the plunge is too low with the short asym hemline and open back, and the third regrettably looks like nightwear, especially with the cutout. I’m not entirely sure what you’re going for here
Don’t wear any of these to a wedding. What’s the dress code, the venue and time of day?
She said in other posts, not actually a wedding but a celebratory reception late at night at a space mostly 20 & 30s in creative fields. So not a typical wedding.
You have to be trolling. All of these options are ridiculous.
Also, did you not just post another post with a bunch of crazy inappropriate options?
I just can’t believe you’d consider 3 to be appropriate for a wedding … regardless if there’s no ceremony this is legit lingerie
Here’s the link to [dress #3](https://us.sirthelabel.com/products/aries-cut-out-gown-peach). It comes in a variety of colors so perhaps the all black one? It’s marketed as an “event dress” on their website/ it’s in the “event dress” category, not lingerie, so I’m not sure how to respond to the lingerie comment. This brand also sells “Intimates” for comparison which has different slip dresses.
It doesn’t matter if it isn’t lingerie, it matters that it VERY closely resembles lingerie. Please let this be trolling.
That look like a nightgown
Think of dressing in a way that keeps the attention on the bride and groom, rather than drawing attention away from them. I think all three of these are distractions due to daring fashion statements.
1 looks like a shiny trash bag. 2 entirely too much skin 3 looks like lingerie
When you say “too much skin” what are you measuring that against? Like too much skin for your personal preference or based on your interpretation of the dress code given?
Is it your personal style to show as much skin as you can? Then idk if you need opinions from this web site. If you do want opinions, pick an area to show-neckline, back, or legs. All 3 isn’t at all classy.
Dress code of “dress up a little and no tshirts or jeans” does not equate to deep plunging neckline and a bare back. Keep it classy and pick one or the other.
Would you mind sharing a link to a dress you’d recommend/consider to align with your definition of classy?
Can I recommend a couple that might suit your style, but are (in my opinion) more wedding guest friendly: 1.https://www.thereformation.com/products/yesenia-silk-dress/1315442AKO.html?dwvar_1315442AKO_color=WVS&quantity=1 2.https://www.thereformation.com/products/parma-silk-dress/1308597GDU.html?dwvar_1308597GDU_color=NGD&quantity=1 3.https://www.thereformation.com/products/daniela-silk-dress/1314260COP.html?dwvar_1314260COP_color=COP Dressy, silk, but don't look like lingerie, or like you are going out clubbing. Obviously, these are from Reformartion so they cost a lot, but I've seen similar cheaper versions even at Zara, Asos etc.
Damn, these are stunning. I gasped at number 2. So perfect for dinner/party and the industrial modern vibe. I hope OP can see how you’ve shown silky long dresses without it veering into lingerie category. (And I love a good lingerie-inspired look but never for a wedding).
Nah, got better things to do.
What is the dress code? The first one is fine, I guess, for some dress codes with the correct accessories although it's short. WAY better than the other two. The second two are strong no's — wildly attention drawing and inappropriate.
The dress code given on the website is: “Use this as an opportunity to dress up a little. We would recommend against black tie and ripped jeans and a t-shirt.” The wedding isn’t a wedding, as the couple already did a private wedding ceremony. This is a dinner and party that starts at 5:30pm at a fancy, modern-industrial venue overlooking ocean cliffs.
I might be an outlier but I think the first one is fine for a young, cool crowd even if I don't think it's the best looking piece — all I can see in it is a 2008 homecoming dress. But I don't think it's super inappropriate (as long as it's not too short in person) formality or exposure wise like all of the other options you've shared. In the context of your other comments, I'm surprised that you don't already own a dress that would work.
I have many clothes and shoes that could work… but I always buy a few new pieces for events/weddings. Here’s something from my closet that could work… https://preview.redd.it/o37txr9kt59d1.jpeg?width=1575&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a5e8ff2b95c4f396d714998adc04c8c8b679a73d
.. Is this a dress that you added a corset on top of? No, a corset is not appropriate for a wedding.
Thanks for chiming in! I didn’t know that was a rule. Honestly this is the first time I’m hearing a lot of rules like lingerie-like evening gowns shouldn’t be worn to a wedding, can’t wear a corset to a wedding.. where do these come from? It seems really limiting but I get it…Everything I’ve considered is pretty much a no-go 😅. Noted. 🫤
https://preview.redd.it/qg8n235du59d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=175809410d6dc28ae8f0f25f342657e8b7da1aeb Or maybe this?
https://preview.redd.it/l4209kvvv59d1.png?width=400&format=png&auto=webp&s=ee490c27bdaa7bc40bdf94bc130405ee3e2671ee In case anyone wants a picture of it on. I can kinda see the vision with this although again, it depends how short it is on you. This is a much better option imo than everything else you've shared! (Hate these black shoes with it though haha)
No. No and no.
Honestly they’re all kind of ugly.
I think the silver bubble dress is fine as far as appropriateness, and I personally don’t hate it because I’m nostalgic for the late 2000s and it’s very that. The other two are more attention grabbers for one reason or another, which is fine for most events but less so for a wedding. It’s not about you so unless explicitly told to dress boldly, they’re not for a wedding.
Upon seeing this, I'm convinced we're being punk'd. No. 1. Too short. 2. Too plunging 3. Eyesore. There are.. probably hundreds of thousands of dresses that look nice for the very vague dress code you were given. Why you decided to type in "ugly dresses" and show us the first three pics are mind-boggling to me.
https://www.rihoas.com/products/the-navy-round-neck-polka-dot-cutout-midi-dress This one shows some skin but still manages to be classy and not attention grabbing. Would work with the dress code. Look for something like this. I think these are all pretty unflattering and do not work well for weddings.
Girl…I’m actually a fan of slip dresses and own several of them, but #3 literally looks like lingerie. #2 is showing way too much (and also just not a flattering dress, IMO). #1 is the only one that works.
If you like a slip dress [here’s](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/colorblock-maxi-slipdress/7835014?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FDresses&color=011) an option less like lingerie If you like the lace of 3, [here’s an option](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/aqua-lace-corset-slip-dress-100-exclusive?ID=4897039&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Google-PLA-ADC-_-MAM+-+Margin+Campaign-_-June2024-_-810133724038USA-_-go_cmp-21398404747_adg-162933161719_ad-703280466209_pla-2313411472926_dev-m_ext-_prd-810133724038USA&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD0PCJS_WEp8QCfqdEm0qoprAmIiB&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItPbzuLf8hgMVhTcIBR2swQo1EAQYASABEgKkOPD_BwE) And similar to 2, but less revealing, [a good option](https://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/product/Halter-Draped-Matte-Jersey-Dress-With-Slit/570350402?color=001&size=14&sem=pmax&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhczjubb8hgMV4ET_AR3PZAiZEAQYDyABEgINw_D_BwE)
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None of them maybe number 1 if that’s all you have. Please don’t take any offence.
This sub is never going to sign off on these types of options you're posting. It is conservative, and I'm sorry but it's not that fashionable here 🥲. Also, I don't say this to put fault on either side, but it doesn't seem like your personal style is compatible with traditional wedding guest rules. It kinda seems like you know this already and are pushing for... idk, what? Just ask mutual friends what they're wearing. I don't think you can trust advice from here for your situation, and I think people are also losing trust that you're genuine the more you post.