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Weddings usually have one classic rule: thebridewears white.
According to Brides magazine, 83% of brideschoseto wear white in 2018.
The percentage might be lower in 2024, but its still the most popular color.
Still, her own troublemaker sister didnt adhere to that one rule and came wearing a white dress.
Naturally, drama ensued, resulting in family members taking sides.
So, the bridewent to lookfor unbiased opinions online: was she a jerk for kicking out her sister?
Read our short chat with her below!
She told Bored Panda that shes expecting a baby!
As for her sister, the netizen says she hasnt talked to her much.
I dont really need her there to ruin this too, she admitted.
The Redditor also told us that the sister wasnt the only person who hurt her that evening.
Her parents reaction stung as well.
When her parents told her Its just a dress, u/AshleighBarkley says she felt completely disregarded.
I was stunned that my mother of all people didnt even support my perspective.
But, if we speak again, Ill definitely have a heart-to-heart with her, the Redditor declares.
And avoid light pastel colors that can look white in flash photography unless otherwise requested, she added.
Event planner Megan SeatontoldMartha Stewart that theres only one time theres an exception to this rule.
In this case, the attire will be specifically mentioned in the invitation.
If its not on there, dont risk it.
Okay, but what if a guest already came wearing white, like the sister in this story?
What is the bride to do then?
Etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grottssaysthere are two ways to deal with such a fashion faux pas.
The goal is to add some color to their outfit so that theyre not as noticeable.
The second solution is to simply let it go.
Dont let a minor wardrobe mishap overshadow your day, Grotts suggests.
She recommends focusing on the big day and not letting someone else ruin it with their attention-seeking shenanigans.
A 2021 YouGov pollsurveyedalready-married people about their opinions on which wedding traditions should stay and which need to go.
However, many experts say that more and more millennials are choosing elopement over lavish, traditional weddings.
From what I know about millennials, things are tough financially.
Thats one of the big reasons, in general.
People just want to start their life.
They dont feel like they have to follow any sort of traditional norms anymore.
Image credits:Jeremy Wong (not the actual photo)
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