Q: Is It Okay to Wear Red to a Daytime Wedding?

A. Selecting an outfit for any wedding can be a challenge, and time of day generally does play a role. According to Peggy Post, internationally known etiquette expert, and spokesperson for the Emily Post Institute, darker colors such as deep reds and blacks are usually reserved for late afternoon or evening weddings. But, you don't have to rule red out completely for a daytime event. Try a knee-length dress, rather than floor length, in a lighter red hue and fabric. Eye-catching florals and patterns also give off an air of celebration and keep the mood of your outfit daytime-appropriate.

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