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Wedding Guest Attire

What do you wear to a black-tie wedding? Is it ever okay to wear white to someone else's nuptials? What type of shoes should a guest wear to someone's big day? We have the answers to these—and many more—burning questions about wedding guest attire. Heed our advice and you'll be the best, most appropriately dressed guest at every wedding this season

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15 Princess Diana-Inspired Wedding Guest Dresses for an Iconic Look
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22 Casual Wedding Guest Dresses That Are Versatile and Chic
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20 Petite Black-Tie Wedding Guest Dresses for a Formal Celebration
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26 Formal Wedding Guest Dresses for Every Season
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