Can You Wear Red to a Wedding? This Is the Definitive Answer

“From my mixed Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, and Vietnamese backgrounds, I can definitively say that wearing red to an Asian wedding can be as egregious as wearing white to a Western wedding. I’ve been to weddings for Chinese and Vietnamese couples where unaware guests who have worn red inevitably became a controversial talking point for the rest of the evening and beyond, so my vote is a resounding “No.” Of course, every couple may have different preferences so I always recommend simply asking your hosts if these colors are too loud or taboo. If you’re uncomfortable asking and you do love red, I’d recommend looking for variations of the color instead—pinks, blushes, mauves, deep currant, wine shades, etc.—and perhaps using red as pops of accents in your makeup, nails, clutch, jewelry, and so forth!”—Tiff Soga, Who What Wear Managing Editor