Winter Weddings present a bit more fashion challenge to us than to our dates – they’re just thrilled not to be smothering in their tux or suit for once. We want to look festive, dressy, tasteful, elegant, and celebratory while at the same time dressing warmly and appropriately for the ceremony and not overshadowing the bride. Winter Weddings tend to be more formal, and it’s often chilly as you transition from ceremony to reception and home again.  So some filmy flimsy frock usually won’t work – and even our strapless and sleeveless choices have more gravitas. While the LBD is a perennial go-to for Winter Wedding wear, creams, greys, moody blues and elegant printed silhouettes are also big this year. This is a perfect occasion for a statement necklace, major metallic accents or a maxi gown. Here’s what we found at some Charlotte boutiques this month:
Rachel Comey medina dress (leopard) $745 from CoralJenni Kayne gown $850 from CoralJenni Kayne leopard gown $1295 from CoralReece Hudson Rider small shoulder bag $695 from CoralReece Hudson Bondage miniaudiere $1345 from CoralDannijo cuffs at CORAL – Perfect with an LBDLulu Frost at CORALHolst & Lee at CORAL
LUNA
Rory Beca Shift Dress-$264 Gigi New York Uber Clutch $130 LUNA Raw Crystal Necklace $52Amanda Uprichard Tuxedo Dress-$216 Chan Luu Single Swarovski Bracelet- $84 Chan Luu Wrap Bracelet Alexis Bittar Earrings $275 LUNA Envelope Clutch $42.50
COTTAGE CHIC
Elizabeth McKay “Weezie”dress ($304), Silver, Gold & Rose Gold Chain necklace ($34), Rhinestone earrings ($40), Pearl earrings ($16), Gold & Rhinestone bracelets ($26, $38, $30)Warm Cozy Wrap ($42), Elizabeth McKay Whisper White Silk “McKay” Shirt ($175), Elizabeth McKay Silk Mascot Print “Maggie” Skirt ($195), Rhinestone necklace ($34), Velvet Rhinestone Clutches ($44e)Elizabeth McKay Black Silk/Cotton Nicole Party Dress ($305), Rhinestone Bracelet ($26), Rhinestone Necklace ($34), Velvet Bow Clutch ($48)Elizabeth McKay Victoria Dress ($305), Rhinestone Necklace ($40), Grey Velvet Rhinestone Clutch ($53), Pink Rhinestone Earrings ($24)Elizabeth McKay Wrap Silk Blouse ($194), Ada Collection Metallic Suede Clutch ($165), Statement Necklace ($45), Rhinestone Earrings ($22)Gala jewelry $26, $38 and $45Sparkle and shine necklaces $30 and $45Statement necklaces $45 and $122
FROCK SHOP
Vintage graphic maxi $78 and earrings $20 from Frock ShopGala accessories $18-$36 from Frock Shop
Badgley Mischka dress from MonkeesDiane von Furstenberg Renna dress from MonkeesErin Fetherston dress from MonkeesMark and James dress from MonkeesDiane von Furstenberg Joy dress from MonkeesElizabeth McKay Nicole dress from Monkees
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