These 35 Wedding Guest Dresses Are Next-Level Beautiful (2024)
Wedding ceremonies have looked a little different over the pastfewyears, but if you’re anything like us, you’ll have had invitations coming in by the handful for 2024 celebrations.Being fashion editors, we can't help but plan our outfits ahead of time, and thankfully, there's plenty to choose from this season whether you're in the market for a slick suit or a flowing floral maxi.
There arevarious factors to consider when choosingan outfit for an important event—the venue, the dress code, even how long the ceremony is going to last—but there's also the weather. Living in the UK, that usually means considering a jacket for random cold fronts and an umbrella for downpours.
Luckily, there are plenty of options out there that can keep you looking and feeling amazing on the day. Of course, there arestatement suits a plenty and jumpsuit alternatives, but we'd advise saving these for upcoming winter and springweddings.Mini, midi or maxidresses will be much more comfortable for late summer, and after all, there are hundreds of beautiful ones out there to choose from.Fromsequinsand pleatstosilk and organza, we really are spoilt for choice.
The weather be damned, more than anything else, we're just excited about getting dressed up, putting on heels and painting the town red. If there is a chill in the air, go ahead and accessorise with aboxyboucle jacketor maybe animmaculately tailored coat is more your style. Whichever it is, don't let theweatherstop you, we'll never say no to a party...
To ensure the most fun is had, you do want to be comfortable, though, and you also want to find a style that you can continue to wear for many years to come. So, focusing our energy onthe best of the best frocks, scroll on down to get all the wedding guest dress inspiration you could ever need, neatly categorised by type of dress.
Shop My Edit of Wedding Guest Dresses:
1. Floral Wedding Guest Dresses
Reformation
Senna Dress
I'm in love with this dress. It might even be myfavourite of the bunch...
Zara
Printed Satin Dress
Theshoulder padsare a nice touch.
Raey
Strong Flower-Print Side Godet Slip Dress
I'm massively into this slanted hem and cowl neckline combo.
Kitri
Dorothy Pink Floral Maxi Dress
I have this and it's so comfortable, and flattering.
Rixo
Marni Open-Back Floral-Print Satin Maxi Dress
This will be perfect fora winter wedding with its long sleeve but also works for any late summer shindigs, just add flat strappy sandals.
Pick light, pretty colors but don't wear white, being mistaken for the bride is awkward. Light blue, beige, peach, sunset orange, and lavender are good colors. Wear a tuxedo or a suit, depending on how formal the wedding is. If it's a small, outdoor wedding, wear a smart suit.
Women wedding guests should wear full-length dresses, be it a ballgown, a sheath or an A-line dress. High heels are strongly recommended. Feel free to accessorize with opulent jewelry and even elbow-length white silk gloves.
“The wedding is casual, so please feel free to wear whatever you'd feel best in!” “The wedding is semi-formal, so we encourage you to wear co*cktail attire [for evening events] / Sunday best [for daytime events].” “The wedding is formal, so we encourage you to wear black tie attire.
Neutral shades are timeless options that won't detract from the wedding's formal atmosphere. For a more colorful look, consider wearing shades of blue, lavender, or pink to show that you're in the celebratory spirit. If the wedding is in a tropical destination, opt for colors like yellow, orange, and green.
A midi or mini party dress styled with heeled sandals, a clutch bag can create an elegant look. If the occasion is slightly more formal, a long party dress would be appropriate too paired with silver or gold jewellery. Received an invite in the warmer months?
Fit-and-flare Wedding Guest Dresses For Women Over 60
Fit-and-flare dresses whether knee-length or longer are chic and flattering. It has a defined waistline and fits closer to the body but is not too tight which makes it uncomfortable. This forgiving silhouette fits every body type.
Wear a nice brand: If you're looking to stand-out from the crowd, Vogue recommends you 'name-drop a brand that's reassuringly niche'. Avoid fascinators: Vogue believes they 'only ever look half-hearted' so instead, suggests wearing 'crystal-frosted hair clips' or 'spectacular pillbox hats'.
The trick is to keep things minimal so that you don't outshine the bride in any way. While many enjoy wearing makeup, especially for a special event, it's not a requirement. If you don't like wearing makeup, it's totally okay to reach for a light-tinted moisturizer and tinted lip balm and leave it at that.
Avoid ambiguous or confusing phrases like "smart casual", "dressy casual", or "festive attire", which can mean different things to different people. Instead, use more specific and common terms like "casual", "business casual", "business formal", "co*cktail", or "black tie".
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