What to wear to a wedding

Tis the wedding season, and I've been to more than my share of weddings where people wear totally inappropriate clothing!

So if you're going to a wedding and don't know what to wear, I'm here to help you out

When the invite says "White Tie"...
We're talking seriously swanky. Picture red carpet attire.
Guys: A tuxedo.
Girls: Think full-length skirts, dramatic jewelry, and glamorous makeup.

When the invite says "Black Tie"...
Guys: Again, a tuxedo
Girls: Black tie can mean anything from cocktail dresses to long evening gowns, so ask before you get a dress

When the invite says "Formal" or "Black Tie Optional"...
Guys: A formal dark suit with a dark or neutral-colored tie
Girls: It is okay to swap the gown for a dressy suit or formal cocktail dress, you still want to stick to dressy materials.

When the invite says "Beach Formal"...
Guys: A khaki or linen suit and sandals are perfectly acceptable. And feel free to skip the tie.
Girls: Think what you would wear to a nice dinner out: a knee- or tea-length dress with flat sandals and a relaxed hairstyle (the wind will undo anything too styled anyway).

When the invite says "Semi-formal" or "Dressy Casual"...
Guys: Opt for a suit and tie in an appropriate color for the season and time of day -- like gray wool for an evening or winter wedding, and khaki or seersucker for a summery garden party.
Girls: A cocktail dress or a skirt and top accessorized with statement jewelry.

When the invite says "Casual"...
Guys: We ruled out jeans and T-shirts. (Yes, that includes tuxedo T-shirts.) Instead, stick to dress pants or khakis with a button-down shirt or polo.
Girls: Keep your look natural and breezy. For attire, stick to sundresses, or a skirt or pair of slacks with a nice top.