This
was an enjoyable interview with the ever-effervescent Deirdre Fitzpatrick of KCRA Sacramento,
CA. I lost count of how many interviews
I’ve had with her but each time was a hoot.
This was our typical, “Let’s wing it; what questions do you have for me
today...” interview. Deirdre always
appeared truly interested in etiquette and doing what is right.
Q. Let’s
speak a little about the dress code. Can guests wear white or black to a wedding or
is that still considered unacceptable?
A: Black
is popular and appropriate at all times of the day and for all times of the
year. In fact, some brides prefer their guests in black or at least
both mothers, which wasn’t proper in the past. White is even
acceptable these days with a caveat. The outfit must not resemble bride attire.
In
fact, the only taboo color for guests to wear these days is
red. Even so, the most egregious breach of dress code conduct we see
today is the guest who wears flashy, revealing attire. All eyes are
on the gaudy guest instead of the couple—extremely
disrespectful. Many times, the abuser is viewed as an event herself. Very
unfortunate.
Q: Is
there anything that a bride should consider about her own attire especially if
this is not her first marriage?
A: All
brides should choose attire that is most appropriate for the formality of her
wedding, the venue (church attire should be more conservative), and
age.
A
blusher veil is the only no-no for today’s encore
bride. Additionally, if the bride has more than two weddings under
her satin belt, it’s best she scales down the following weddings slightly to
lessen wedding fatigue.
Please
Read
Anti-Clueless
Advice: How to Plan a Wedding That Doesn't Insult Guests
Encore Wedding Guest
Tips: Avoid Rolling Eyes and Whispering
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