wedding guest
Find this dress on Amazon here.
AS AN AMAZON ASSOCIATE I EARN FROM QUALIFYING PURCHASES
I searched for the perfect dress, stumbling upon this romantic little midi dress on Amazon. A couple of days prior to my cousin’s wedding, I started doubting my choice, because I didn’t know if I’d be underdressed, but decided I would just go with it because well, it was too late to change my mind.
As the much-anticipated day arrived, I walked into the beautiful venue, feeling pretty confident. As I scanned the cocktail area I realized that not just one, but several bridesmaids were wearing the same colored dress as mine or I as them!
The thought of blending into the bridal party like an accidental doppelgänger was a bit of a downer. I mean I suspected it would be the case, considering the season, but I convinced myself that they would probably be wearing a blush or maroon, despite the “rust” color being pretty common this season. With my impeccable fashion choice mirroring the bridesmaids (in sarcastic tone), I feared becoming a misplaced figure in the bride's carefully curated vision. I had a choice to make and I decided to embrace the coincidence and make the best of the situation. As I looked around, observing the love and joy radiating from the newlyweds and the guests, I realized the essence of the day was not confined to the colors within the room, but rather the celebration of love and unity and truly NOT ABOUT ME. As I mingled and danced, I remembered that true style doesn’t reside in the colors we wear, but in the confidence and grace with which we carry ourselves.
I was able to look past my initial wardrobe nightmare and turn it into an opportunity to connect, and even joke around with my family and friends about jumping in as a bridesmaid understudy if needed.
In the end, being a wedding guest was far more than showcasing my fashion choices. It was about honoring the love between two individuals and celebrating family. I left the wedding with fun memories, tired feet and a lasting reminder that when life presents us with a clash of colors, it is up to us to rewrite the narrative and make it our own. Note to self: Don’t get too caught up in your thoughts and insecurities, step outside of your head and look at the big picture.
Shop my link to this dress here.
AS AN AMAZON ASSOCIATE I EARN FROM QUALIFYING PURCHASES
