Ladies, unsure as to when you should remove your hats at a wedding? The accepted rule is that you don't take them off until the Mother of the Bride removes hers. As with most etiquette rules this is based on old tradition; hats were typically removed as the men took off their jackets and retired for cigarettes.
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Hi - can you help please. I am going to a 5.00 pm wedding and the dress code is Black Tie. I have a lovely black and cream outfit but I am unsure if it is acceptable to wear a hat or not as someone has said you wouldn't wear a hat at a wedding so late in the day? Your feedback would be appreciated. Thank you
Hi Hilary, Thanks for your comment. We would advise not - but if you have your heart set on wearing something in your hair maybe you should go for a flat feather hairband or accessory - very on trend and easier to make the transition from day to evening without looking too OTT. Loads of people have done things like this from Accessorise and Topshop to more expensive pieces at the top end of the high street. Literally everyone has done something in feathers but to get the look right you need to ensure that its not an ornate fascinator with feathers poking out; Rather flat feathers in layers- really stylish and perfect for a late afternoon/evening wedding. Best of luck, The Brides Team
Hi Hilary, Thanks for your comment. We would advise not - but if you have your heart set on wearing something in your hair maybe you should go for a flat feather hairband or accessory - very on trend and easier to make the transition from day to evening without looking too OTT. Loads of people have done things like this from Accessorise and Topshop to more expensive pieces at the top end of the high street. Literally everyone has done something in feathers but to get the look right you need to ensure that its not an ornate fascinator with feathers poking out; Rather flat feathers in layers- really stylish and perfect for a late afternoon/evening wedding. Best of luck, The Brides Team
My husband is the father of the bride...he has a large bald spot and is very sensitive to this...he is purchasing a kangol hat and wearing as he walks down the aisle...i am ok with that...what is the ettiquete?
Hi Tinya First of all, how does your daughter feel about this? Have you run it past her? In all honesty, a Kangol hat is not suitable for a wedding - particularly if he's going to be walking his daughter down the aisle on the most important day of her life. It's too informal and it could be seen by other guests as disrespectful, especially to your son-in-law's family. If he's adamant on wearing a hat, I'd suggest something more formal such as a smart black trilby or perhaps he could wear a classic morning suit with a top hat if the wedding has a traditional theme. If it's a summery outdoor wedding, an elegant Panama hat matched with a light suit could work well. From a completely outsider point of view, I think a non-formal hat will only exacerbate the issue and draw attention to him. The best solution would be to have a professional hair trim at the hairdressers so that the bald spot doesn't look quite so prominent. Go to a proper barbers for this and tell your husband to explain his dilemma. The barber will have some good advice, and might be able to suggest a mattifying lotion to lessen the shine effect of the bald spot. Again, it's not so much what you or your husband want, it's what your daughter wants. Speak to her first and come to a compromise suggested above if she doesn't want him to wear the Kangol hat. Good luck and keep us posted on what you decide to do All the best, Brides
Traditionally it is usual for men to remove their hats when entering a church (or any house) while women cover their heads to go to church. Even top hats are usually carried by the menfolk not worn inside. If the father of the bride is so very sensitive of his bald spot, why not get a subtle hairpiece made to cover it? He would look ridiculous wearing a beret to walk his daughter down the aisle!
My son is getting married next year, it will be a fairly grand affair and I am heavily involved in the planning and arranging. My husband and I are also footing the majority of the cost. People will be looking to me to 'show the way', so please can you help me with this. Do I keep my hat on during the Reception Dinner or take it off to sit down? Thank you.