Is it tacky for a vow renewal to wear a wedding dress?

Q. Is it tacky for a 30th anniversary vow renewal for me to wear a wedding dress since we didn’t have a formal wedding when we got married? – Melissa […]

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Q. Is it tacky for a 30th anniversary vow renewal for me to wear a wedding dress since we didn’t have a formal wedding when we got married? – Melissa

A. One of the beautiful things about a vow renewal is that there are no rules. You can absolutely wear a wedding dress to renew your vows – be it white, ivory, pink, red, or whatever you fancy. The days of white dresses being reserved for virgin or first-time brides are long gone, so you should feel free to wear any dress your heart desires. Here are some great couples dressed in all kinds of attire to inspire you as you make your vow renewal dress selection!

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