Reddit uproar over wedding guest's "bridal" dress choice
6 August 2024 13:12
An unwritten wedding etiquette rule states that guests should not outshine the bride with their attire. Recently, a Reddit user shared a photo of the dress she planned to wear to her friend's wedding. Her choice immediately sparked a heated discussion. Internet users criticised her for making an "absolutely tactless choice."
Choosing the right attire for a wedding is a real challenge, especially when you don't want to overshadow the bride. One of the rules states that white is reserved for the bride.
It's also worth avoiding light shades that could be mistaken for white. It's crucial to match the outfit to the nature of the wedding and the venue where it takes place. Did our protagonist fit into these guidelines?
According to "The Sun," a user named Giminoo posted photos on Reddit of a beige dress with bead details and sheer elements, which – in her opinion – matched the wedding theme that required long evening gowns. Despite this, her choice was met with a strong reaction from the online community.
"You look like you are supposed to be the bride"
Reddit users were not kind to Giminoo's dress. Many considered the outfit to be too similar to a wedding dress, which is not only a faux pas but downright a wedding faux pas.
The first two photos make it look like you are supposed to be the bride. Don’t wear this - wrote one of the commenters.
Others pointed out the dress's overly "bridal" nature, both in colour and design. They advised the author to consider another outfit that is less controversial and more appropriate for such occasions.
The comment section under Giminoo's post became a space for a broad discussion on what is and isn't appropriate for a wedding, emphasising that choosing an outfit for this occasion should be thoughtful to preserve the wedding day's atmosphere.
