Dress to the code, never in white, and keep shoulders covered for a church ceremony.
Never wear white
That includes ivory, cream, eggshell and off-white. It is the one rule every guest is expected to know.
Dress to the code
Floor-length for black tie, a midi or knee-length for cocktail, polished daytime pieces for semi-formal.
Shoulders and knees covered
Italian ceremonies are often Catholic. Bring a shawl, a cape or a bolero you can take off afterward.
Fluid, breathable, long days
Summer and destination weddings run for hours. Viscose and silk-effect fabrics drape well and stay cool.
One dress, decided early
The guests who look easiest chose months ago and have not thought about it since.