I need some opinions please!

vk2204

I am attending an ourdoor ceremony/reception 9-10-11. It is located at a state park in Shelby Township. I have never been to an outdoor reception and I am unsure of what to wear.

I was originally going to go with a red dress with black sequin trim, printed nylons (maybe, if its cold) and some heels.

I was talking to my mother about this and she thought it may be too dressy. Also since it is at a state park my heels may get stuck in the grass with my every step. Should I stick with flats?

I do not have a problem wearing something different, I just hadn't worn the dress in a while and wanted to bring it back to life.

l'd like to know what you guys think, and if anyone has ever been to a wedding there... help a knottie out!

Thanks!

larzhope

yep I would stick with flats or with wedges.  If it's outside, it could be really hot or really cold, so just alter your attire based on that.  If it's hot, a sundress with some cute accessories would probably suffice.  It also depends on what time of day the ceremony/reception is at.  if it's in the evening, I think you could totally get away with the red dress.  If it's during the day, probably not so much.

acaponi87

If the whole thing is outdoors I would definitely recommend sticking with flats.  I remember taking prom pictures way back in the day and all the ladies getting stuck in the grass with their heels. 

I think a dress would be fine.  It is usually pretty warm still that time of year.  I'm not sure what time all this is happening but I might bring a shawl or something in case it gets colder in the evening (I'm always cold).

When in doubt about formality check and see if they have a wedding website or ask someone in the bridal party.  I went to my cousins wedding a few weeks ago (outdoor ceremony--which they never told anyone officially) and had a dress picked out and a suit for FI and then it turned out that it was a casual wedding. The groom didn't even wear a suit.

Have fun!

vk2204

Thanks ladies!

The ceremony is at 430 with reception immediately following.

I see one of the BM on a weekly basis, and even she does not know what to expect. Apparently the bride is not very forthcoming with a lot of information.

Lwinter829

I would def. wear flats! I would also wear a nice dress the one you described sounds great!

paulandchelsea2012

My cousin got married outside toward the end of september last year.

I would definitely wear wedges. For her ceremony - it was actually really warm out.  But when the sun went down, her tented reception got very chilly.

I think you would be fine with the dress you were planning to wear, but I would definitely wear wedges and bring a matching sweater!

Sue-n-Kevin

ITA: flat shoes or wedges, sun dress  and bolero or snug to keep you warm.

You can add bling with jewelry if you want, and if you feel out of place while there, just take it off, LOL.