Since wedding season is looming around the corner (and for those of us eagerly awaiting Elaine’s fabulous do), here are a few of WGA’s best pick on ‘What to wear’ to the different types of matrimonial celebrations.

For the ‘I-do’s at a Church:

Do: As fashionable as one might be, do try and be thoughtful in a place of worship. One can still be elegant without showing too much skin.

Don’t: wear white, unless you are the bride. It is just disrespectful.

From L to R: Clutch bag by Top Shop/ Dress by Victoria Beckham/ Headband by Sereni and Shentel

For ‘signing the register’ in the Garden:

Do: keep your dress fun and informal. Bright colours are perfectly appropriate in a botanical setting.

Don’t: wear a garment made with thick fabric in dark colours. It often gets hot and humid outdoors and a sweaty look is something nobody can pull off.

From L to R: Dress by Matthew Williamson/ Day bag by Chanel/ Charm bracelet by Thomas Sabo

For an afternoon Chinese Tea ceremony:

Do: embrace the Chinese culture and wear a Cheongsam/ QiPao. Traditional does not have to mean ‘boring’, stay stylish by choosing a Cheongsam with a modern twist.

Don’t: opt for a costume that has heavy ornate beading especially in gold and red, you don’t want to be mistaken for the bride.

From L to R: Clutch bag by Mulberry/ Dress by Shanghai Tang/ Earrings by Accessorize

For a night under the stars, by the beach:

Do: keep your dress soft, light and elegant. The rule to transform a low-key simple dress is to pile on the accessories.

Don’t: wear high stiletto heels in the sand. Not only will you ruin your good shoes, it will also be impossible to walk.

From L to R: Accessories by Kate Spade/ Dress by J-Crew/ Sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti

When the champagne flows at the Dinner Reception:

Do: adhere to the dress-code on your invite. If it states formal attire, a cocktail dress is perfectly appropriate. However if it is a black-tie event, then opt for a longer gown.

Don’t: try too hard to impress. Remember that it is the bride’s day to shine, not yours!

From L to R: Dress by Khoon Hooi/ Clutch by Alexander McQueen/ Dress by Oscar de la Renta

Last words:

Finally, if you have run out of time and are still unsure of what to wear, just choose a simple elegant outfit and dress it up with some fabulous heels. One should never underestimate how a good pair of shoes can transform your outfit. I leave you with this special quote:

“A pair of shoes can change your life. Just ask Cinderella.”

Fancy a spot of tea?

Ever been invited to a wedding and the attire calls for ‘morning suits’? This elegant suit comprises a long coat with one button and a cut-away front, and was made popular during the 1920s when the Great Depression saw the Edwardian tradition of several clothing changes throughout the day being perceived as frivolous. Nevertheless, the penchant for dressing up for special occasions remained and the morning suit, paired with matching or striped trousers and wing-collared dinner shirts and/or bow ties, is still a popular favourite amongst the smarter English set today.