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Light color dress at November wedding?

Marsha

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I am attending an evening wedding in early November. Can I wear a blush color cocktail dress and shoes?

5 years ago

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Latest reply was from unfrumped

Helena

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I don't see why not? I think if the fabric, etc. is weather appropriate then it should be lovely

5 years ago

Elizabeth Armbruster

Active Member

Wonder if there's a way to bring some fall/winter into the outfit. Like pairing blush with navy, or bringing in a complimentary touch of orange, red/ruby/burgundy, or toffee/coffee?

How about a navy velvet ribbon necklace? A coat or wrap in a fall color? A piece of jewelry (I'm thinking large rhinestone brooch but that's my style ) in a darker tone.

The style (sleeved or sleeveless? mini or longer?) might make a difference in what you choose.

5 years ago

elpgal

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Blush will be fab with a skeepskin-esque coverup. Very GoT!

5 years ago

The Cat

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Sure. How about adding shoes and purse in a deeper tone like burgundy or burnt cinnamon?

5 years ago

rachylou

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Velvet definitely says winter

5 years ago

RobinF

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I definitely agree that the fabric and accessories make a big difference. If the overall outfit is wintery then blush can work fine.

5 years ago

unfrumped

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Agree with all above, plus there'd be things like your climate--easier to wear lighter-colored items in "warm fall", for example.
I always think there is this "ideal outfit" vs. what is practical, available and I like to support not having to go buy new things for every event. So it's also a good time to review accessories you may have to "fall-ify" the outfit as suggested, or if there's a type of item you would like to add anyway ( shoes that go with other outfits, or dressy clutch or even jewelry that is more evocative of cool temps and fall vibe but that you like for yourself and your style, not just for one wedding).
So I think of an outfit as falling along a "spectrum" and then see how to avoid the far end of "summery" but don't have to have the perfect "November" outfit. For example, open delicate sandals even if dressy look more summery vs an elegant pump. Neckline, sleeves also play a role.

5 years ago

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