Lean toward the former
Burgundy seemed like the natural choice because I wanted the overall wedding to also have a warm tone
The checker-shadow image earlier in this article is that same trick caught in the act, with two identical gray squares looking different because your brain corrects one for shadow
Look for specific phrases: Black tie, formal attire, or evening dress indicates formal Semi-formal, cocktail attire, or dressy casual suggests semi-formal When in doubt, dont hesitate to contact the host for clarification Consider the Venue The event location often dictates appropriate dress formality: Formal-appropriate venues: Ballrooms and grand hotels Country clubs and estate venues Historic mansions and museums Upscale restaurants with private dining rooms Semi-formal-appropriate venues: Garden settings and outdoor spaces Rooftop venues and lofts Beach clubs and waterfront locations Casual elegant restaurants Time of Day Matters Evening events typically call for more formal attire, while daytime celebrations often lean semi-formal
These are two of the dedicated 'classes' Nikki has, each coming with its own cute outfit obviously
If you want to turn the glam factor up a notch, some sparkly, shoulder-skimming earrings will give you that wow-factor (without overwhelming the look)
