Receiving a wedding invitation is exciting, but it immediately raises the question: what should I wear? Dressing well as a guest means respecting the couple and the occasion, without stealing the spotlight or looking out of place. Here is the essential etiquette, with the advice we give every day in our atelier in the province of Trapani.
The first rule: time and place
The right level of elegance depends on when and where the ceremony takes place. A morning or early-afternoon wedding calls for lighter, brighter tones; an evening ceremony requires more formal outfits and deeper colours. A seaside location allows a more relaxed register than an important church or a stately villa.
For him
For the male guest, a full suit is almost always the safe choice: blue or grey for daytime ceremonies, darker shades for the evening. Take care of your shirt, tie and shoes. Don’t overdo it: a guest should never look like the groom. You’ll find inspiration in our men’s formalwear section, with looks for best men and guests.
For her
For the female guest, the goal is measured elegance: dresses of a length suited to the setting, refined fabrics, accessories in harmony. Pay attention to special roles — mother of the bride, witness, bridesmaid — which deserve a carefully considered look. In our women’s formalwear we follow every figure with the right attention.
The colours to avoid
- White and ivory: reserved for the bride, always.
- Bright red or overly flashy colours in church: elegant, understated tones are better.
- All-black for female guests during the day: allowed, but lighten it with accessories.
Accessories complete the look
For him: pocket square, tie or bow tie, polished shoes. For her: bag, jewellery and coordinated shoes. It’s the details that make the difference between “well dressed” and “elegant”.
A made-to-measure tip
If you have an important wedding coming up and want to be sure of your look, come and visit us at Buzzitta Stile in Valderice: we’ll help you choose the right outfit for the ceremony, with the option of made-to-measure.