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What is appropriate dress for men and women at the Mormon church?
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∙ 13y ago
This depends entirely on the style and location of the wedding.
As far as ceremonies go, if it is held in a church or temple, church dress is standard. (think business clothes - suits, button down collared shirts, and ties for the men, nicer skirts or dresses for the women) If it is held outdoors or in a home or rented hall, you may want to ask the couple what they suggest. They may have a casual "jeans acceptable" wedding, or a very formal one.
Many Mormon wedding receptions tend to be large and casual, but some couples choose to have a more formal gathering. Even if the reception is held in a church, it may be casual with many wearing 'everyday' clothes like jeans and sneakers. Most Mormon wedding receptions I have been to there was a pretty even mix of 'casual' dressers and 'sunday best' dressers. No matter the style of the reception, I would say a nice pair of pants (even nice jeans) and a collared/button down shirt for a guy, and a skirt/dress (even a casual style) or nice pants for a woman would fit in very nicely.
Check out the images under "Related links" below for photos of Mormon weddings to get an idea of what you might want to wear.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoAnyone is welcome to attend worship services of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church). For worship services, men will typically wear dress slacks with a shirt and tie, or a suit or sport jacket set. Women wear dresses or skirts, not slacks or pants. Children are also dressed in their 'Sunday Best'. Dressing nicely for Church is considered a way of showing respect for God.
As a visitor, you will be welcome to worship even if you are dressed more casually. Church members are accustomed to seeing visitors in polo-style shirts or even jeans and t-shirts. Visiting women sometimes wear pant suits or other business attire rather than skirts. You can wear what you want, it all depends on how much you want to blend in.
You can see some photos below under "Related Links" of what typical Mormons wear to Church.
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