The best fabric depends on occasion, budget, and ethnic tradition: George fabric (heavy brocade) for high-end formal events, Ankara (African wax print) for versatile everyday traditional wear, hand-woven Aso-Oke for authentic Yoruba attire, and Akwete cloth for traditional southeastern styles
Relax your image with a light pink shirt
Your best bet is to work with your officiant to figure out the best ceremony entrance order for your big day
However, by choosing the right garments and employing some simple styling techniques, denim dresses are anything but dated and unstylish
Delicate lace and sparkling sequins elevate this classic taupe dress
The pattern I ended up using was Gerties Patio Dress pattern, from her Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses book