Because the bride typically wears a shade of red, its polite to avoid any of these colors, too
Pay attention to any instructions or suggestions provided on the invitation or event website and ensure that your ensemble aligns with the overall ambiance and formality of the occasion
Flavouring options: Mexican / South Western use lime instead of lemon, add 1/4 cup coriander/cilantro leaves, 1.5 tbsp chopped red onion, 1/4 tsp cumin powder Fresh herbs 1/4 cup chopped parsley, dill, coriander/cilantro, chives (any combo you choose) Coriander/dill 1.5 tbsp each coriander and cilantro (wonderful flavour combo) Ranch add 1/4 tsp EACH dried dill, parsley, chives, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, plus 1/2 tsp white sugar Extra lemony add the zest of 1 lemon Greek add 2 tsp dried oregano and a squeeze of extra lemon (use for Greek Salad!) Italian add 1.5 tsp mixed dried Italian herbs (or use a combo of parsley, oregano, red pepper, basil) Dried herbs use 1.5 tsp dried herb mix of choice 4
Because cocktail dresses are often more casual than formal, floor-length gowns, its even more important to pay careful attention to details
