Dress Code
Welcome to the Wardrobe Guide
Don’t overthink it! A fashion designer’s wedding is the ultimate excuse to go all out. While there isn't a rigid dress code, we strongly encourage you to explore the mood boards below and create looks that are your own authentic interpretation of these visions. We’re taking over a tiny, snow-dusted Vermont town at Christmas time so have fun with it! Step into a character, push your comfort zone, and lean into the magic. Break out your grandmother’s vintage fur coat, channel a classic holiday movie icon, or dress like you’re Bing Crosby tap dancing with Danny fucking Kaye. As long as you show up with a vibe, you can’t go wrong.
Welcome Party & Rehearsal Dinner
Attire: Festive Cocktail with Classy Nostalgic Glamour
Bring on the Christmas spirit! We’re stepping back in time to celebrate like you’re in a classic holiday movie. It's part 1960s swanky cocktail hour, part 1920s night at the opera, and a dash of classic "over the river and through the woods" warmth. Think classy, festive, and nostalgic with a playful touch of holiday kitsch. We encourage you to step out of your comfort zone, dress up, and have fun with textures, tailored silhouettes, and rich seasonal tones!
- Color Palette: Deep reds, forest greens, crisp black, chocolate brown, ivory, shimmer/gold, and icy light blue.
- Textures & Details: Faux fur accents, velvet, plaid, tinsel trims, polka dots, opera gloves, structured tailoring, turtlenecks under suit jackets, and bow ties.
Pick Your Mood / Character Persona:
To help guide your look without feeling like you're wearing a costume, choose a vibe below or create your own that best suits your style:
The Mad Men Host / Hostess
- Vibe: Sleek, structured, and effortlessly cool 1960s glamour.
- The Look: A tailored shift dress with faux-fur collar trim, or a rich velvet cocktail dress. For men, a sharp suit paired with a dark turtleneck or a classic tie and leather gloves.
The Opera House Aristocrat
- Vibe: Elevated, dramatic, and luxurious 1920s elegance.
- The Look: A floor-length or tea-length silhouette with long opera gloves, polished pearl or jewel accents, or a dramatic evening coat. For men, a double-breasted suit jacket, tuxedo-inspired trousers, or a plush velvet dinner jacket.
The Nostalgic Cabin Connoisseur
- Vibe: Cozy, classic mid-century holiday cheer.
- The Look: A tartan plaid skirt with a cozy fitted sweater, or an A-line swing skirt paired with vintage brooch details. For men, a rich wool or tweed suit in brown or forest green, a cummerbund, or a crisp button-down under a tailored smoking jacket.
The Whimsical Holiday Rebel
- Vibe: Playful, bold, and distinctively festive.
- The Look: A bold polka dot or shimmering dress with feather/tinsel trim, or a monochrome suit in deep red or iced blue. Perfect for adding a whimsical statement accessory like a dramatic neck bow or vintage cocktail hat!
The Wedding
Attire: Formal Holiday Glamour / Black Tie Optional
Step into a blustery winter evening! For our wedding day, act like you're a part of the Tanner Fletcher storybook. The vibe is inspired by Victorian Christmas tales, Vanderbilt extravagance, 1950s ballgown romance, and timeless New England tradition. Think riding a horse-drawn sleigh through fresh-fallen snow to a grand candlelit estate. Luxurious, timeless, and deeply festive. If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to wear a floor-length gown, a tailored tuxedo, or rich, heavy fabrics, this is your moment! We want everyone to feel regal yet comfortable as we celebrate late into the night.
- Color Palette: Deep ruby red, forest green, crisp black, chocolate brown, ivory, shimmer/gold, and icy light blue.
- Fabrics & Textures: Velvet, silk satin, plush fur or faux-fur trims, lace collars, ruffle placket tuxedos, cummerbunds, and liquid-shimmer metallic fabrics.
Pick Your Mood / Character Persona:
The Gilded Age Heiress / Aristocrat
- Vibe: Regally opulent, romantic, and old-world grand. - The Look: A sweeping floor-length ballgown in plush velvet or satin, paired with a vintage fur stole, opera gloves, or a dramatic off-the-shoulder neckline. Accessorize with statement vintage jewelry or pearls.
The 1950s Silver Screen Star:
- Vibe: Classic Hollywood drama and high-society elegance.
- The Look: An A-line silhouette dress with a structured waist, tea-length or floor-length drama, bold bow accents, or a plush velvet puff-sleeve gown.
The Studio 54 Winter Socialite:
- Vibe: Swanky, disco-glam, and effortlessly cool.
- The Look: A liquid-shimmer metallic gown, a sleek high-neck velvet column dress with a low back, or a dramatic floor-length coat over a floor-length slip. For men, a velvet tuxedo jacket (in deep red, brown, or black) with a fur collar or wide lapels.
The Dapper Gentleman of Mayfair:
- Vibe: Polished, timeless, and sharply tailored.
- The Look: A classic tuxedo, an ivory dinner jacket with black trousers, or a double-breasted suit with a ruffle or pleated tuxedo shirt, cummerbund, or velvet bowtie. Complete the look with slicked-back hair and leather dress shoes.
For all the days along the way