Wearing white to SIL's wedding

[Badbird]

Hi everyone, I need an opinion here,
I've just bought an outfit that I really like for my SIL's wedding. Only thing is, it's a black top with a white knee length skirt. I thought it looked nice and I would get away with it esp if I had some nice chunky accessories to go with it but now i'm having second thoughts after reading some blogs that say you should never wear any white to a wedding. Then again other sources say you can. What are your opinions on this? The wedding doesn't have a particular dress code and is in mid september. I have enclosed images of the skirt and top. Thanks.

I would never wear white to a wedding. Even though some brides wouldn't mind, you can't know for sure, so I wouldn't risk it- especially family. It's also btw considered bad form to wear black.

Is she actually Stb sil or husbands sister getting married?

What kind of wedding is it? Because to be honest I'm not keen on the style of the top either. The whole outfit is more "day at the office" rather than "special occasion" but then if it's a small casual wedding that maybe influenced your choices.

I think the skirt is fine but really don’t think that is a wedding outfit. The black top doesn’t seem right for a wedding. Could you pair it with something brighter?

My sil wore white to my wedding when I wore white and I hated it. However just the skirt isn’t as bad but I agree if this is a close wedding I’m not sure if your outfit is dressy enough.

I'd wear the skirt with a more loose cami type top and pair with black shoes and gold jewelry, maybe chunky hoops and a big bracelet.

Id not really notice the skirt was white tbh I've been at a wedding this weekend where people wore very pale pastel almost white shades of yellow and pink, and one girl wore a white jacket with blue pants looked Great.

I think you should go back to the drawing board... It doesn't seem very wedding-y. Many photos are just head and shoulder shots, all people will see is a black polo neck top.

Is the skirt available in other colours? It is a pretty style but I personally would avoid white at a wedding. still judge the full on floaty white outfit I saw at a wedding
I also avoid plain black though I know others are less concerned about this.

How long until the wedding? Have you got time to have another look?

I like the outfit. I think its lovely and not at all bridal. Love black and white combo.

I would never wear white to a wedding, I think it’s one of those situations where if you feel you need to ask then you probably shouldn’t do it....

I think it’s a nice outfit but agree it’s more officey than wedding outfit

wedding is middle of september. I think I will have to have another look :( I'm not very good at fashion and tried to find something that I know would look good on me. The styles of dresses in the shops just now are not very flattering

It doesnt like a wedding outfit for me tbh. Too plain and I wouldn't wear white.

So judging by the outfit you’ve chosen I’d suggest a fit and flare dress or even a skater style?

thanks goose I didn't know those were a thing :)

What size? What colours do you like?
(Other than white)

Off topic but where is skirt from i really like it for my office wear!

I'm a 10. I like neutral colors and my wardrobe tends to be black, white or grey haha. I have very few pieces that are a colour. I am fair skinned and red headed so that limits what colours I can go for I think.

For occasion style fit and flare/skater dresses - There’s a great designer called chi chi London who I used whenever I have the excuse. Even a nice black dress with some colour or metallic accessories would be really nice x

LCHF here :) twentysixfashion.com/products/marsha-midi-skirt?variant=23292367943

Thanks goose, they have a sale on so i'll take a look :)

m.shein.co.uk/Scalloped-Laser-Cut-Tank-Top-p-427684-cat-1779.html?url_from=ukadplavest180110702M&gclid=CjwKCAjwns_bBRBCEiwA7AVGHpV0UZ4hbU5WnrlvwkDM4kvcq_nQwRZpd-17nYz6Ya64byJUt0D_dhoC3a8QAvD_BwE&ref=www&rep=dir&ret=m

Id wear it with something like that tucked in and then loosely pulled out a bit so not super tightly tucked in gold earrings and bracelet and something like these shoes

www.google.co.uk/shopping/product/2172396870624706578/image?q=black+single+strap+heel&client=ms-android-huawei&prmd=sinv&biw=360&bih=524&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwi1hs7jqfDcAhVjJ8AKHdarD-gQnUAIlQE&prds=cid:2172396870624706578,paur:ClkAsKraXxVLh9FqB_lBDnldAHxF_HHa5pYKaIaZlKQ00M8nYKkopW3oBiNU_6O0yjOBIiW1Xh3pAjbTAfBz_o5VJBTQeJs-K-kVd0YG6zMplBNbHxcoEfle1xIZAFPVH71S9WttvE9EO0D9fluGmom1obu6Pw,sgro:iv,mvi:0

www.chichiclothing.com/products/Chi-Chi-Ellie-Dress.html

This is a classic if you want to keep it plain

Goose that looks really nice but i'm a bit spooked off wearing black as well now haha. What about something like this, is it better than my original? www.chichiclothing.com/products/Chi-Chi-Savella-Dress.html

Or a bardot type top www.missguided.co.uk/bardot-crepe-bodysuit-black

I’ve also got fair skin and red hair so I know the burden!

I wear a lot of navy blue as I have blue eyes and I find it works well.

Maybe try that for a colour idea too?

@BadBird That green dress is lovely, my sister has it.

I love those suggestions jeanclaude and I have already saved those links for outfits for other occassions

That's much better, very weddingy. The skirt in your original choice is stunning though, I'd love it paired with a different top.