Fashion entrepreneur Nadia Bartel sparked online criticism after wearing a daring see-through black dress to a friend’s wedding in Melbourne, Australia. Social media users labeled the look as “attention-seeking” and “inappropriate” for nuptials. This is not the first time Nadia has drawn backlash as a result of her outfit as a wedding guest.
Nadia, known as an Aussie socialite, stunned in a fitted, floor-length dress. The dress, known as the $329 Valiya Maxi Dress, is a striking sheer black lace gown that leaves little to the imagination, revealing the wearer’s silhouette beneath its intricate pattern.
Commenters on Facebook called her “pathetically desperate,” labeling her outfit as “attention-seeking,” with one person simply remarking, “Yuck,” News.com.au reported on Tuesday.
Nadia had reportedly shared photographs of her revealing gown in her Instagram story, as someone commented on social media: “Attending someone’s wedding is not about you. It’s about the bride.”
Fashion entrepreneur Nadia Bartel sparked online criticism
The 39-year-old was ruthlessly criticized for a similar issue last year when she attended her friend’s wedding in another black see-through dress.
At the time, Nadia wore the sheer number to an event in Melbourne, which featured a black boob tube top and matching mini skirt, overlaid with see-through fabric, the Daily Star reported in November 2023.
Etiquette expert Maryanne Parker previously opened up about wedding fashion faux pas perpetuated by wedding guests.
She wore a daring see-through black dress to a friend’s wedding in Melbourne, Australia
Among a slew of conducts to be avoided at all costs during nuptials, outfits played an important role.
Maryanne told Bored Panda in June: “Trying to outshine the bride is always a very big faux pas.
“This is one of the most significant moments in most people’s lives, and every bride deserves the opportunity to be the center of attention and to shine bright on this special occasion.
“Instead, follow the invitation’s requirements [and] dress according to the occasion, season, and the venue.”
Social media users labeled the look as “attention-seeking” and “inappropriate” for nuptials
According to the etiquette expert, guests shouldn’t wear white, as she said: “Wearing white – usually, etiquette is the result of traditions and religious beliefs – women should avoid wearing white, wedding-like dresses.
“Only if this is specified previously by the bride that she doesn’t mind her guests wearing white dresses.
“This tradition comes from back in the day, during Queen Victoria’s wedding to Prince Albert. The white color [represents] purity, innocence, and vulnerability.”
She also advised against dressing “too casually,” stating: “We live in a very relaxed society. However, we need to learn to “read the room” and … the invitations.
“Based on the event, the location, and the time of the day, use your common sense and dress appropriately.
“If you are attending a beach wedding during the day, obviously a cocktail dress won’t be your best option. Only if suggested by the bride and the event planner, if there is one.”
This is not the first time Nadia has faced backlash due to her outfit choice as a wedding guest
“Drawing attention to yourself and taking the attention away from the groom and the bride, the dress code is one of the first things most people observe at weddings.
“We cannot be too extravagant or too casual at [people’s] weddings. Once again, check the requirements, and the obvious elements, and use your common sense.”
Bored Panda has contacted Nadia for comment.
“Shouldn’t everyone be looking at the bride and groom,” a reader commented
