Attire FOR THE Evening

Guests are invited to celebrate the elegance and tradition of the Victorian Era. Period-inspired mourning attire is warmly encouraged but is entirely optional. Whether you choose to embrace the historical theme or attend in more modern attire, we look forward to sharing this memorable evening with you.

 

For those wishing to participate in the theme, the following reflects traditional English mourning fashions popularized during Queen Victoria’s own mourning after the death of her beloved Prince Albert.   

 

Ladies

Deep Mourning 

• Simple matte or velvet black gown

• No jewelry

• A hat with veil covering the face

Second Mourning

• Black or dark colors such as eggplant, mauve or charcoal grey

• White collars or cuffs

• Subdued black or pearl jewelry

• A hat without a veil or veil pulled back away from face

Half Mourning

• Soft, muted colors such as lavender, lilac, gray, or other subdued pastels

• Lace accents and tasteful jewelry

 

Gentlemen

• Dark suit

• White shirt with black tie or cravat

• Black waistcoat

• Black armband

• Black or gray top hat and gray or white gloves

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