Semi-Formal Daytime Wedding
Bride
White or pastel floor-length or ballerina dress. Veil; elbow length or shorter. Same accessories as formal wedding.

Men
Traditional: gray or black stroller, striped trousers, gray vest, white soft-collared shirt, gray-and-white striped tie.
Contemporary: formal suit in a choice of colors and styles, matching or contrasting trousers, white or colored shirt. Bow tie, vest, or cummerbund.

Bridemaids
Same as formal wedding, although style and fabric should be simplified.

Mother
Same as for formal wedding.


Semi-Formal Evening Wedding
Bride
Same as daytime. Fabrics or trim may be more elaborate.

Men
Traditional: dinner jacket, black trousers, vest or cummerbund, white dress shirt, bow tie, in warm weather; white or ivory jacket.
Contemporary: formal suit (darker shades for fall and winter, lighter shades for spring and summer); matching or contrasting trousers. Bow tie to match vest or cummerbund.

Bridemaids
Long, ballerina, or tea-length evening dresses; accessories same as daytime. Fabrics may be more elaborate.

Mother
Same as for formal wedding.



Informal Daytime & Evening Wedding
Bride
White or pastel floor-length, ballerina, or tea-length dress or suit. Short veil or bridal-type hat. Small bouquet, corsage, or prayer book. Suitable gloves and complementary shoes.

Men
Black, dark gray, or navy business suit. In summer, white or natural jacket, dark tropical worsted trousers, navy blazer, white flannel trousers, or white suit.

Bridemaids
Same length dress as bride wears; however, if the bride wears floor-length style, it is permissible for attendant to wear a short dress. Accessories should be simple and suitable to the ensemble.

Mother
Street-length dress or suit ensemble.