Question
I am a guest at a wedding next month. I just bought a dress I fell in love with, but I am not very good at accessorizing, and would love some help! The dress is a halter, and is a criss-cross v-neck, kind of low cut. The top half is black and form-fitting. The bottom half is several different colors: champagne (looks like a mix between light gold and silver), pale yellow, black, and white. It is silk and is more "flowy," for lack of a better word. It is different lengths, from just below the knee to tea-length. I love to wear silver jewelry, but I just don't know what kind to wear. I'm told no necklace with a halter - is this really true? Even with low-cut halters? I was wondering if a short necklace would be ok, and also what kind of earrings and bracelet I should wear. My hair is just barely past shoulder length, and dark brown, and I was thinking of wearing it half-up, half-down somehow. Lastly, shoes? I have black, thin strappy shoes, heel is about 1 inch. Would these be ok or should I wear a different type? Thanks in advance!
Answer
Well, I think in this case the black sandals will be great, since the dress is black on top.
And your earrings should be simple and pick up the colors in your dress! Nothing too cluttery. Without seeing your dress, I would have to agree with the others about necklaces with your halter. In effect a halter dress is its own accessory, in that it is accentuating your shoulders and bringing attention to your face and hair. I would avoid anything to ruin the effect. As for your hair, why not pin up the sides and let the back hang down for a cool chic dressy look. No need to overdo it!
GG Flower
I am a guest at a wedding next month. I just bought a dress I fell in love with, but I am not very good at accessorizing, and would love some help! The dress is a halter, and is a criss-cross v-neck, kind of low cut. The top half is black and form-fitting. The bottom half is several different colors: champagne (looks like a mix between light gold and silver), pale yellow, black, and white. It is silk and is more "flowy," for lack of a better word. It is different lengths, from just below the knee to tea-length. I love to wear silver jewelry, but I just don't know what kind to wear. I'm told no necklace with a halter - is this really true? Even with low-cut halters? I was wondering if a short necklace would be ok, and also what kind of earrings and bracelet I should wear. My hair is just barely past shoulder length, and dark brown, and I was thinking of wearing it half-up, half-down somehow. Lastly, shoes? I have black, thin strappy shoes, heel is about 1 inch. Would these be ok or should I wear a different type? Thanks in advance!
Answer
Well, I think in this case the black sandals will be great, since the dress is black on top.
And your earrings should be simple and pick up the colors in your dress! Nothing too cluttery. Without seeing your dress, I would have to agree with the others about necklaces with your halter. In effect a halter dress is its own accessory, in that it is accentuating your shoulders and bringing attention to your face and hair. I would avoid anything to ruin the effect. As for your hair, why not pin up the sides and let the back hang down for a cool chic dressy look. No need to overdo it!
GG Flower
