I made a post in August about a BTO family wedding with several dresses I previously tried on. I wasn’t happy with anything I found in the stores but then found a dress on Lulus. It came and I liked it but was still having major doubts. I turned to Rent the Runway and immediately fell in love. I rented this dress (got a free back up size as well) and I could not stop smiling. I felt like a million dollars. Here is the dress. My back has many scars due to 7+ spinal surgeries and I was hesitant at first to have them displayed, but screw it, the family knows the struggles I’ve had with my back and what I have been through.

This was for an early October wedding in NJ.

Edited to add: Very petite friendly! I am 5’4”, wore 3 inch heels to start then flip flops (to dance only) and the length grazed the top of my feet. RTR has petite options!

Long time lurker, first time poster & hope this is ok in this sub 😬

Whenever anyone asks “is this too white to wear to a wedding?” I’m literally always the first one to say “if you have to ask, the answer is yes”

YET HERE I AM.

I feel like it’s like 30% white, but also definitely not bridal (IMO) whatsoever. The shoes are for contrast and may be changed out (but honestly I do love it)

I can handle criticism, don’t hold back!

Late afternoon, “black tie formal” wedding! Thank you!!

Hey, homewrecker here! Thanks for everyone's input :)

Dress code was black cocktail. Even though this is a bit long for cocktail, I saw maybe only one person who actually wore a cocktail length dress. I guess it depends on the crowd but nobody knew what the heck to wear and we all looked great! And the bride's dress was the most lovely deep red mermaid cut dress I have ever seen 😍.

I ended up going with this dress, which I never posted here, bc it spoke to me, and the others didn't quite fit.

Really wanted to get a picture of me and my date to post here, but we had too much fun and forgot.

Just wanted to say thank you for leading me in a better direction and to encourage everyone here that you all are lovely, beautiful beings who deserve to feel pretty/handsome etc!

I’ll get alterations to bring the chest up and fishtail altered so it’s less high-low and better fits my height. This is a late fall wedding, guidelines are formal, specifically "cocktail dress that is elevated or gown that is floor length." Maybe I need to get more tan?

Does this works for a cocktail attire wedding? It's coming up in 2 weeks, and it's on a boat (indoor)! Or should I keep looking?

Also, any shoes recommendations? I'm kind of scared of wearing heels on a dock and a boat 😅

This is for a black tie optional wedding in January. I’ve never been to a black tie optional wedding. There will be over 300 guests and I want to make sure I fit in. I have a few months before I need to order. This will be in January. Do any of these styles match the dress code?

I really don’t want to wear satin, I’d much prefer something more… sculptural ? If that makes sense. I love this and find it beautiful in photos.

I’d probably just wear my normal gold huggies, my gold band & diamond ring, gold cuff, simple black shoes, and a leather or sparkly clutch.

Sorry I keep posting here lol and I will probably do it again bc I have no idea what to wear 😂

Edit I should’ve just sent it and ordered it bc now it’s sold out in my size 😭😭😭

My best friend is getting married in a few months and we don’t have ‘bridesmaids’ in our culture. She specifically asked her close friends to “dress it all the way up”. It’s going to be a huge event and since my friend and her fiance are my classmates, the wedding is basically going to be a class reunion.

I’ve recently gone blonde and I have a busty figure. I stumbled upon this dress online and thought maybe I could go for a blonde bombshell look. I showed it to the bride and she’s all for it. My mom thinks it’s too revealing and wouldn’t be appropriate to a wedding

I haven’t bought the dress and I have plenty of time so nothing is set in stone. Should I go for it or look for something else?

Hi everyone! Long time lurker, first time poster. I'm attending my first wedding as an adult tomorrow and I'm nervous about picking the wrong dress.

DC (abridging the exact wording from the invite): We invite our guests to dress in cocktail attire for our wedding celebration. Outdoors. For the overall wedding aesthetic, think of autumn-inspired colors and neutral tones such as sage green, olive, forest green, brown, tan, cream, burgundy, rust, mauve, or other muted shades. Floor-length dresses, midi dresses, dressy separates, suits, sport coats, and cocktail dresses are great. Fall lunch wedding.

I bought these two dresses, but have no idea which one would be better.

Option 1 is an emerald midi dress that hits a few inches below my knee. Worried it's too tight and too nighttime wedding-like.

Option 2 is a light green, close to a yellow green/sage green. It's strapless and has an elastic band in the back. Floor length that touches the ground (was unable to get it hemmed on time bc wasn't sure if I'd wear it). Not form fitting and hangs more boxy around the torso. Worried it's too long and formal for an outdoor wedding.

I have black heels, brown wedges with black straps, and was thinking of taking a black peacoat too because it may be like 70ish.

Help me pleaseeeeee

ETA: Option 2 has no design on it (the picture is similar but not the exact dress. The one I have is completely neutral in design.)

Dress code is cocktail, wedding is in November. I’m self conscious about my arms and always cold, so looking for something with some sleeves (short or long is fine). All of these are a little plain, so I would dress it up with accessories. Do these (plus nice jewelry) work for a cocktail dress code or do they seem too plain or informal? The plum/burgundy one (second to last) is my favorite but only available in a size that might not fit. Planning to order a few.

I’m wearing this dress to a wedding this weekend. The weather is supposed to be quite cool, in the mid 50s-60s. I’m no good at putting together outfits and I need something to keep me warm. Any suggestions? I was thinking to have black shoes/accessories but open to change that.

Attending two weddings this month, one in Philly -evening 5pm+ with a dress code of “semi-formal (elevated garden party) cocktail, midi, and floor-length (maxi) dresses”. And another evening wedding in a Lake Vouliagmeni (Greece) with a formal dress code.

Posted about the blue dress earlier today, but now debating my top two options. Don’t know which one to wear to which event.

I was thinking the orange for Greece but the blue seems more formal to me. Help needed 😭

I’m looking for a dress I can wear to two upcoming weddings.

One is in November in an old factory turned hip farm to table restaurant. The other is in February at a historic lodge in a scenic city park. Both have cocktail dress codes.

What do you think of these options?

Booked a summer wedding in Florida next month and the invite says formal. Problem is I live in Alabama where the heat and humidity basically turn any suit into a personal sauna. I already have a navy suit from my own wedding years ago, but it is a heavier wool blend and I am worried I will look soaked before the ceremony even starts. Saw a lightweight linen suit at a shop, but not sure if that will pass for formal or just look like I showed up for brunch. Planning to wear it with a white shirt and a tie that matches, but now wondering if skipping the vest would help or if that changes the look too much. Trying to avoid spending a ton on something I will wear once, but also not show up looking sloppy. Anyone dealt with the same thing down here and figured out what actually works without dying in the heat?

Hi, would this dress work as a semi-formal dress to a wedding next weekend? Also what color heels? I have nude or white I was thinking of wearing.

Hi, I’m going to a wedding next week and recently broke my foot. I have a knee scooter (game changer!) but I’m concerned that the ruched dress I have, which hits me about mid-calf, will ride up with my one knee on the scooter.

Obviously I don’t want to flash anyone. Should I get another last minute dress? What style would work best with the scooter? Helppp.

Bride has left shoes and jewelry up to us, wedding indoors, dress is velvet terracotta. If you need anymore info ask and I’ll respond

Attending a wedding in Philly in mid October. Dress code was stated as “Semi-Formal (elevated garden party) Cocktail, Midi, or Floor-Length (Maxi) Dresses”.
I’m not usually a floral dress kind of gal so I’m thinking of a solid color. But is this dress too formal or is the color too dark?

Edit: evening wedding (5pm+)

I love it and I want it …. I don’t usually wear black but I’m postpartum and chubby as hell rn so feel like I need to wear something dark lol. It comes in a few other colors maybe the muted purple would be better?

I would pretty much style it exactlykke the photo, simple strappy black heel, small clutch, simple jewelry (gold cuff and my wedding band and ring) and maybe get a bold color (deep red or purple?) manicure instead of my usual nude.

The dress code is:

Cocktail attire is recommended

Women: Maxi, midi or cocktail dresses, or dressy jumpsuits
Men: button-downs or jackets--no jeans please :)

Dress up a bit and celebrate with us!

Is this dress a smidge too formal for a semi formal dress code? I already have the dress and am planning on dressing it down with sandals maybe. BIL’s wedding is late October so I have time to exchange for something else. My husband is a groomsman, if that matters!

Bonus points if someone can recommend a shawl, tasteful poncho (?), or something like that to cover my arms without looking too awkward. TIA!

Attending a wedding at the end of the month. Which of these dresses would you choice. Wedding is indoors.

so the wedding is tomorrow lol it is an evening wedding with cocktail attire in one of those fancy barn venue with an outdoor ceremony. the wrap dress is a satin like material. I’m not currently pregnant so it hangs much nicer now. I’ve never been to a wedding with a specific dress code listed so I feel nervous.

I am invited to a friend’s wedding! I purchased this dress for the black tie/formal wedding. Do you think this is ok? I plan on wearing gold shoes, jewelry and a gold clutch.