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Man Tells Sister She’s Dead To Him Because Of Her Pantsuit Outfit As Her Wedding Guest Attire
Man Tells Sister She’s Dead To Him Because Of Her Pantsuit Outfit As Her Wedding Guest Attire
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Man Tells Sister She’s Dead To Him Because Of Her Pantsuit Outfit As Her Wedding Guest Attire

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When it comes to weddings, certain dos and don’ts are universal: RSVP promptly, arrive on time, and dress appropriately. But some aspects are more of a gray area—like wearing white. Generally, guests avoid white to keep the focus on the bride, but questions often arise: is a white blouse or shirt okay?

Reflecting on this, one woman shared her story of wearing a white blouse to her brother’s wedding. The dress code specified “no white dresses,” so she didn’t anticipate any issues. Yet, her choice sparked major family drama, with her brother even asking her to cover the cost of the bride’s dress as compensation. Keep reading to see how it all unfolded, and for insights from Sakshi Agarwal, a fashion stylist from India, on navigating these tricky style choices at weddings.

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    Woman in a dark pantsuit looking contemplative outdoors.

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    A woman shared how much she disliked dresses, so for her brother’s wedding—which had a “fancy” dress code—she opted for a stylish white blouse and black vest instead

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    Text conversation about wearing a white blouse to a brother's wedding, causing tension over guest attire.

    Text recounting a woman's account of attending a wedding two weeks ago, mentioning no relationship with the bride.

    Dress code details prohibiting indigo blue, white dresses, and velvet red suits for a wedding party event.

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    Text snippet discussing wearing a pantsuit as wedding guest attire, expressing fashion preferences and outfit details.

    Woman wearing a white shirt outdoors, focusing on attire detail.

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    But her outfit choice didn’t sit well with the bridal party, and her brother, the groom, was visibly upset

    Text describing a chaotic scene at a wedding; hostility follows a vest incident, culminating in a bridesmaid spilling red wine.

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    Text message about wedding attire conflict between siblings; brother upset over sister's pantsuit outfit at his wedding.

    Man looking at a smartphone in surprise while indoors, expressing emotions about a wedding guest's pantsuit outfit choice.

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    The author’s family had mixed reactions to the situation, with opinions divided on her decision

    Text discussing a father's reaction to a woman wearing white to a wedding.

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    Nikita's knack for storytelling and creativity has led her into the world of writing. With a robust foundation in business studies, she crafts compelling narratives by seamlessly blending analytical insight with imaginative expression. At Bored Panda, she embarks on an exhilarating quest to explore diverse topics, fueled by curiosity and passion. During her leisure time, she savors life's simple pleasures, such as gardening, cooking homemade meals and hosting gatherings for loved ones.

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    Trillian
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    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do people even remember what a wedding is supposed to be? A celebration of a union between two people sharing the moment with their friends and family? It's not a coronation with some sort of outlandish and absurd protocol. I get it would be awkward to have some close attendant wear a full on bridal gown, but this is ridiculous. Are they going to check underwear next?

    Alex Schneider
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    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    same thought here..a suit ruins!! a wedding? How fragile the marriage may be endangered by some stuff 🙄🙄🙄

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    Pyla
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    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like they went nuts with a bridezilla. Send him the dry cleaning bill

    Libstak
    Community Member
    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has nothing to apologise for. The biat h of a bride and her drama loving, attention seeking bridal party need to apologise. Bride hardly knows her sister in law to be but is happy to make her a hated enemy right off the bat because of a freaking shirt in a room full of white shirts? She is hateful and sister should just stay away until her brothers next wedding, won't be long.

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    Trillian
    Community Member
    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do people even remember what a wedding is supposed to be? A celebration of a union between two people sharing the moment with their friends and family? It's not a coronation with some sort of outlandish and absurd protocol. I get it would be awkward to have some close attendant wear a full on bridal gown, but this is ridiculous. Are they going to check underwear next?

    Alex Schneider
    Community Member
    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    same thought here..a suit ruins!! a wedding? How fragile the marriage may be endangered by some stuff 🙄🙄🙄

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    Pyla
    Community Member
    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like they went nuts with a bridezilla. Send him the dry cleaning bill

    Libstak
    Community Member
    11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has nothing to apologise for. The biat h of a bride and her drama loving, attention seeking bridal party need to apologise. Bride hardly knows her sister in law to be but is happy to make her a hated enemy right off the bat because of a freaking shirt in a room full of white shirts? She is hateful and sister should just stay away until her brothers next wedding, won't be long.

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