Can you wear red to a wedding? | Etiquette expert Amanda King explains

We all know the sacred wedding attire rule: never wear white.

But in recent years it seems there are more and more rules about what you can and can’t wear cropping up all over the internet.

Recently, the question seemingly taking over social media is whether or not it’s appropriate to wear red to a wedding?

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An exclusive poll conducted among Nine.com.au readers revealed majority of Aussies think it’s absolutely fine.

A whopping 61 per cent of respondents said that yes, it is OK to wear red to a wedding and 26 per cent said they weren’t sure.

But 13 per cent believe it’s just poor behaviour – and that’s something one of Australia’s leading etiquette experts stands by.

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“Definitely not red,” Amanda King Director of Australian Finishing School tells 9honey when asked if she believes wearing the colour to a wedding is appropriate.

“Wearing anything that attracts too much attention away from the bride and bridal party is an etiquette violation,” she added.

“One must remember it’s not your day to shine. It’s the brides special day.”

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King explains that even if it’s not a bright, block red, you should still avoid wearing anything too eye-catching to a wedding.

“Anything that brings attention away from the bride isn’t recommended,” she explains. “Red flowers or bold patterns again draws attention away from the bride’s dress or bridesmaid dresses.”

Despite King’s expert opinion, some Aussies still don’t understand what the issue is.

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“I see nothing wrong with wearing red or any other colour to a wedding. Be bright, it’s a happy occasion,” another added.

However, a few did agree with King, claiming it “shows a lack of disrespect for the bride” to choose to wear red to a wedding. 

So to those with weddings coming up soon, it seems your safest bet is to steer away from the red in your wardrobe. 

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