Although many people are confused by "festive attire" weddings, it's pretty straight forward. You should wear a party dress or a cocktail dress that makes you feel festive. (Save the floor-length evening gown for a different occasion.) Men should wear a suit, perhaps with a fashionable accessory like suspenders or a designer tie.
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What to Wear to a Fall Wedding - Suggestions for the Wedding Guest
By Nina Callaway, About.com
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