Did anyone ask their guests to wear certain colors??

I love the pictures of guests in all white. One bride just recently posted pictures of her wedding with guests in all white. I wouldn't do black because it'd look like a funeral. I kind of pick and chose my guests clothes - but I got to because they were close family. lol. I didn't have to mention it on the invites, so no help there really.

I love all white but I know not everyone has an all white outfit. I thought the chance of people have either black or white clothes would be much higher. . I don't want to make people feel they have to guy buy new clothes, I just like when people match

Edwina asked her guests to do all white, it was beautiful. I'm not sure if she added it on the invite, I'm sure she'll pitch in if you bump this letter.

No you cant ask your guests to wear what you want....I am sorry to say but it would be rude from your side to decide dress color for your guests.......

You can choose color, fabric, dress for your bridesmaids, flower girl, MOH but not for your guests........

Just because its your wedding day and important to you....does not mean you have right to decide on their behalf.....i would suggest you to let them wear whatever they want.......

I'm with Charlotte. I have friends who used to throw a New Year's party every year, and tell guests what color to wear. One year was black and white, another was red, another was stripes only. Frankly, it was a pain in the butt because I didn't always see something theme-appropriate in my closet, so I would have to go shopping. (Annoying when you already own a lot of cocktail dresses and don't want to buy more.)

Plus, some people enjoy fashion and dressing up, and don't want to look just like everyone else. That should be celebrated, not squished to fit the bride's vision.

I'm sorry I agree with Charlotte! That is rude!

If you asked me to attend your wedding I would to support you, however if you asked me attend and then asked me to wear a certain color....nah I wouldn't go.

I wouldn't be too happy to be told what color to wear either. Sorry.

Sorry hun, you get to create the look you like with the bridal party and decor, your guests are alas not decoration.

I think it depends on how well you know your guest, Edwina, who posted pics of her all white guest wedding was so beautiful. I would do it if asked.

I own one black dress, and its really low cut and not appropriate for a wedding. And I definitely don't own a white dress because I typically stay away from them since I'm not usually allowed to wear them to weddings. If I were invited to a wedding and I had to wear a certain color I'd have to go out and buy something new. Not that I mind shopping But I'm already buying a gift and I would be annoyed if I felt like I HAD to buy something new vs wearing something cute I already have in my closet.

I agree with Charlotte S, very rude. I'd laugh and just go wearing what I want. I know if I told my family what to wear they would do the same thing. It's your wedding and all, but you can't dress your guest.

Mrs. Kelly don't turn into a "Bridezilla" on me!

Breathe...

I think if you have a theme of its "black tie" you can suggest that. But otherwise, unless the guest list is very small and intimate I would not feel it to be acceptable to be told what to wear to a wedding. If the guest list is all very close family then they are probably more a part of a weddng then say a wedding with a guest list of 100 would be. I could see how the matching look would be nice, but as a guest..I can't afford to go out and buy a new outfit every occasion and don't have a suitable wedding outfit in either of those colors.

I wouldn't be upset if someone asked me to wear a certain color for their wedding. I kinda think it's fun and would enjoy finding the right thing to wear. You know your guests better than we do, if you think they would like the idea then go for it!

I agree with Mags, stick with the formal accepted dress codes, beyond that, you will come off as overly controlling.

I personally wanted to ask my guess to please not to wear RED, BLACK OR WHITE to my wedding any other colors is fine. lol so I understand how you feel Soon to be Mrs Kelly here is a link I found and I do feel that is not rude depending of the attire

http://www.ehow.com/how_6200530_word-dress-attire-wedding-invitations.htm

hope it helps

I get what you mean i wanted a black tie wedding but i know like almost EVERYONE would have to go shopping and my family isnt on the rich side so no go on that lol

if you like put it in a theam i think it would be ok =)

I told guests what colors NOT to wear in the FAQ section of my wedding website. I dont really care what colors they were as long as its not black/white, its a wedding not a funeral!

i also suggested what kind of clothing to wear...

What should I wear?

Please be aware that the ceremony will be held outdoors. March weather in the mountains tends to be a bit chilly, please dress accordingly.

For the reception: Dress to impress, semi-formal attire requested. Out of respect of Chinese celebratory customs, please do not wear black or white.

For Her:

A cocktail dress or a dressy suit

For Him:

A dark suit is always appropriate

A blazer and slacks with a tie

Yeah, not a good idea. It comes off as controlling and rude. I have very little 'dress up' clothes, so chances are I'd have to go out and buy something. I hate wearing white & I hate wearing patterns. Guests are already buying a gift, travelling and paying for a hotel, they don't need to buy and outfit that you specify.

It's hard enough to get all the people that RSVP'd yes to show up, never mind sticking a dress constraint on the matter. (Not meant to upset you, just being honest). It's your wedding and you really want it that way, understand that some folks are not going to show up in the colors or style you wish them to. Maybe 75% will if you're lucky. At that point, is it really worth it??