Guest at Muslim wedding.

[AhBiscuits]

I'm looking for a dress to wear to a Muslim wedding. I am a white women. I understanding it should be modest; no cleavage, covered shoulders and below the knee. The bride is wearing sage green. I don't look good in dark colours. I'm considering either of these. Any good?

I’m in the same boat OP. We’ve been asked to wear Indian clothes so I’m off for a shopping spree soon. I would like to wear floaty trousers, a tunic and a scarf and there seem to be a lot online. I don’t really know if those dresses would be appropriate or not - could you ask the bride what she thinks? Good luck!

I think the dresses should be longer. Would nice trousers be a better option?

One is almost ankle length ! If the person who invited you can't cope
with a below the knee length dress they should say upfront.

OP both look fine to me to wear to a wedding , both pretty dresses. I refuse to use the word "modest" but they're not flesh baring and unlike the other poster you haven't been asked to wear "Indian clothes".

I would advise you to wear leggings with any dress you choose. You will feel out of place with your legs uncovered.

Ah leggings are a good idea, I hadn't thought of that.

Leggings under a dress to a wedding? Surely not?

I assume not every Muslim woman covers themselves head to toe? My doctor who is a Muslim doesn’t.

Really depends on the family. I would ask.
That should be fine for most.

"Indian" clothes can bare quite a lot of navel and cleavage too, or the reverse!

The bride does always have her arms and legs completely covered in normal life, as well as her hair. I don't think it will be necessary to cover my hair, but I will ask her.

I wouldn't have thought the same standards applied to you.

I think the blue one is lovely. I went to a fairly conservative Muslim wedding recently and there were definitely no knees or shoulders out. Everyone very dressed up though - lots of jewellery and sparkle.

Non-Muslim guests attending the Walima should not be overly worried about what to wear; there is not a great deal of difference between a Christian wedding and Muslim wedding in this sense. You should ensure that you are wearing modest clothing though. For women, dresses should be long enough to conceal the knees; disguising cleavage is recommended; and you may want to invest in a cardigan or shawl to cover shoulders. A traditional suit is ideal for men

https://www.vowsandvenues.org.uk/what-to-expect-at-muslim-wedding-as-non-muslim

It's a terrible idea.

It's no use asking on here because Muslim weddings vary hugely according to the couple's taste, beliefs, culture, setting, etc. There is no one way to dress for such an occasion. Ask the bride what she thinks of your choices.

I went to a Muslim wedding and the advice I got is you cannot be overdressed!!! Lots of jewelry, bold makeup, bright colours!

Best wedding I’ve been to in a long time- fun to get ready for, amazing food and no hangover the next day!

I think if she expected you to cover your hair she should say so. Personally if I were told I have to cover my hair to be acceptable I wouldn't go.

That blue dress is pretty though 🙂

That pink dress from Monsoon, is horrendous, it has a second pattern on the material, big flappy sleeves, honestly it really bad and came out the bag like a chewed rag not worth even the sale price.

This was ordered as a last min wedding invite came, ordered many on the Monsoon website, all went back.

What about Boden, sale on with 20% extra, plenty longer dresses, or Next with more choice of price points.

Of course dependant on your budget and when the wedding is. I have been to Indian weddings, and Muslim weddings and dressed conservatively, can you ask the bride or their family for guidance on dress/head covering etc

I feel the same way and I am Asian! I don't cover my hair though, and while I might wear a sari because I like them, I don't expect my guests to wear one or dress conservatively.

Guests might want to wear Asian clothing simply because it's colourful and fun. But by all means wear whatever you want. Maybe not a bikini, but otherwise anything. That's why best to ask.

Don’t have your cleavage out and a midi length dress is fine.
It will all depend on the family and how religious they are.

Some weddings I’ve attended have been extravagant with music and dancing. Others a low key affair with no music. Depends if it’s a big wedding with hundreds of people or low key with around 50.
I take it you’ve only been invited to the actual ceremony and reception after not all the other days. If so just
Don’t over think it 🙂 either of those dressed will be fine.

I personally would go long just because it feels underdressed to be shorter when others are in full regalia.

Aspiga do a lot of long dresses and have a sale on at the moment. I’m wearing one for my son’s wedding in 3 weeks time. You might need a camisole for some of them.
I looked at Boden dresses but they almost all have low V necks. (I just didn’t want to flash aging boobs around).

Is the bride your work colleague or similar? I think she would have told you if there was a very strict dress code.

Something along the lines of a shalwar kameez-style would be suitable for most weddings.

I've been to a number of Muslim weddings and as a pp has said, they can be very blingy!

There are so many variations on what would suit this particular wedding - just as there would be if someone was attending a Christian wedding... totally depends on the family and the social circle.

No.1, the blue dress looks perfect.

https://www.johnlewis.com/maya-deluxe-linear-embellished-high-neck-maxi-dress-dusty-blue/p113075761?size=26&srsltid=AfmBOopZC6_sFlTeFZETCTKAqf1T6HLBdgEc74SkWAahoQ4BqqdOQc2qZno

https://www.silkfred.com/womens/clothing/dresses/long-sleeve-dresses/angeleye/embellished-sequin-maxi-dress-in-sage-green?locale=en-GB&srsltid=AfmBOoqAeLh_f4Ejuu73K86Iwr0mTvOdLKAArDCli2BrLyBX3JkZ1lNAL8k

What about these? It is a celebration after all?

Whatever you do don’t wear leggings under a dress. No one will be wearing leggings.

I like the blue dress and I think it will be fine for the wedding - might be a bit plain though.
For Muslim weddings I usually wear a full length dress (beaded etc) with three quarter or longer sleeves - I’ve never covered my head. Or wide legged trousers with a matching top