The age-old adage says that black dresses at weddings are in poor taste because they send a somber message that’s more appropriate for a funeral than a celebration of love. We’re here to tell you that this is no longer the case. This old-fashioned wedding attire rule isn’t considered essential to most brides anymore. (Just keep steering clear of white!) If you ask us, a black dress at a wedding is quite chic. The key is to choose one that’s formal and special enough to not be mistaken for funeral garb. That’s where we come in.

Scroll down to shop 11 beautiful wedding-appropriate dresses!

The Fourth of July sales are here, folks, and if you ask us, they’re better than ever! From Scoop to Urban Outfitters, get ready to score some major discounts (like an extra 30% off already-marked-down items) on all your favourite sites. It’s time to stock up on essentials and splurge on those special pieces you’ve been eyeing.

Scroll through for details on the best sales, and to shop our picks from each! 

Take an additional 10% off already-marked-down styles when you use the code SPRING10.

Take an extra 30% off all sale styles online and in stores until July 6.

Get up to 60% off selected items, now through July 6!

All sale items are an extra 30% off now through July 5.

Enjoy an additional 25% off all sale items with code JULY25 at DVF.com, now through July 6.

For a limited time only, take an extra 60% off clearance items and up to an extra 50% off site-wide. Plus, complimentary shipping on all U.S. orders!

Get an extra 20% off sale items now through July 5 during the Summer Tag Sale.

Final markdowns on sale merchandise are up to 75% off for a limited time only!