It’s come to my attention that some boys and girls aren’t sure what to wear to my special day, so I thought I’d offer some inspiration. In coining the term “Synagogue Chic” I was really thinking geographically and temporally: Queens / Long Island / New Jersey circa 1994-98.  You could probably add to that list such places as LA or maybe Miami (definitely Boca) with slight variations, and you could even go as far back as the 80s.  But you get the gist.  Pick your reference point as you see fit.  Keep in mind there will be at least one photographer on the premises!

I’ve compiled a list of pictures that inspire me.  Feel free to link to your own unique inspirations as well!

Let’s start with my ultimate fantasies:

And of course, I would be remiss if I did not include:

Unfortunately, I could not find better pictures of Yetta or Freida!  Which is essentially a crisis of international proportions.  Really, they’re the real deal.  (If you want extra credit, watch these videos.)

Summary thus far:

• Color Color Color.
• Pattern Pattern Pattern.
• Too Much is Never Enough.

More after the jump…

Of course, don’t forget that when it comes to the bubbes and zeydes, really any time period up through the 90s will do:

Major Takeaways:

• It is OK to wear pants.
• Velour – why not?
• The More Beads the Better.  (This one isn’t actually pictured, but trust me, I have a Jewish grandmother.)

And a few other ideas for those who want a more classic look:

Mother daughter skirt suits?

Tipsy tweens?

Really, anything in veloxur is kosher.