Groomsman or groomzilla? Reddit scolds guest's wedding attire choice
10:32 AM EDT, August 6, 2024
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 outfit immediately sparked a heated discussion. Internet users criticized her for wearing an "absolutely not wedding attire."
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 crucial to avoid very light shades that could be mistaken for white. Additionally, it's important to match the outfit to the nature of the wedding and the venue. 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.
"I thought this WAS a wedding dress"
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.
I feel like I’m being trolled because the first two pics look like you’re wearing a wedding dress. Don’t wear this, wrote one of the commenters.
Others pointed out the overly "bridal" nature of the dress, both in color 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, emphasizing that choosing an outfit for this occasion should be thoughtful to preserve the wedding day's atmosphere.
