dressed for my day A New Favorite Blog: – Dressed in Faith My Purchases from the Nordstrom

"The Brides by NoNA aesthetic is timeless chic

We had no guidelines or instructions, so we came up with this amazing, completely OTT gown that we knew would stand out on the steps of St Pauls, notes Elizabeth

Unless you dont mind it shining through slightly

If you're going to a black-tie optional wedding, you can also choose a formal pantsuit -- especially something with a little sparkle or shine

The prescribed headgear is a white combination cap, although a navy blue garrison cap is optional in some situations when the jacket is not worn, unless stated otherwise by the prescribing authority

Honorable Mention Cocktail Pantsuits I really tried, but in 2025 there aren't as many cocktail pantsuits or lady tuxes as there were this time last year