What to wear to a winter wedding

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Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

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Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

Shop our pick of the 100 best party dresses available now

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Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

Shop our pick of the 100 best party dresses available now

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Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

Shop our pick of the 100 best party dresses available now

Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

Shop our pick of the 100 best party dresses available now

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Going to a winter wedding? Lucky you. 

Far from being the sartorial minefield that many think it to be, a winter wedding is your chance to amp up the sparkle, rev up the glamour, and have a little more fun with your choice of outfit. 

The rules? 

- It's ok to wear black

- You can go a little sexier - it will be dark by 4pm so a little bit more back on show is entirely acceptable.

- Having said that, an appropriate cover-up is essential. Have fun with it and go for a cape, a chubby or a sequinned jacket

- Candlelight requires plenty of sparkle so bring out the rhinestones.

- You don't have top wear a dress: a jumpsuit or a tuxedo will make a lasting impression.

- Because most of the event is after-dark, you are entirely within your rights to wear a gown. Just leave the tiara at home. 

Shop our pick of the 100 best party dresses available now