These Are The Best Wedding Guest Outfits So That You Can Strategise Ahead Of Summer (2024)

FAQs

What should guests wear to a summer wedding? ›

Casual weddings are all about relaxed style. Pick from cotton, linen, or viscose dresses and jumpsuits, but remember, no jeans or t-shirts. Dress up your fanciest everyday outfit, like pairing a silk camisole with summer trousers.

It doesn't matter if the dress code requests "casual" attire, jeans, T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops, and sneakers are never appropriate to wear as a wedding guest. Show respect for the bride and groom by dressing formally.

Embrace Light Fabrics: Summer weddings call for fabrics that are light, airy, and breathable. Opt for materials like chiffon, silk, linen, or lightweight cotton to keep cool and comfortable throughout the festivities.

If you're looking for something classic and timeless, dark colors like navy blue or black are always appropriate. For a more glamorous look, pastels such as lavender, light pink, or pale blue will add a touch of elegance to your outfit.

1) Do Consider the Wedding Dress Code

Black Tie: floor length gowns, black ties, tuxedos. Formal: floor length gowns, tuxedos optional, black suits acceptable. Semi-Formal: below the knee dresses, dress shirts, slacks. Casual: sundresses, collared shirts, khakis.

You should avoid white because that color is typically reserved for the bride. It's one day in her life that is strictly ALL ABOUT HER. Don't try to steal it. Wearing white is like you are trying to compete with her — think who wore it best.

"Tradition dictates guests avoid wearing red out of fear that it could take attention away from the happy couple,” explains Hurwitz. “Visually, it's quite bold. In a photo, your eye is immediately drawn to the color, especially if it's next to neutrals like white, black, gray, or beige.”

Can I wear sneakers to a wedding as a guest? ›

Dressy casual is usually the only dress code for which sneakers are appropriate but that's also going to be a dress code that doesn't have you wearing a suit. In other cases, leave the sneakers to the groom (and groomsmen if they're going for a coordinated look) and stick with dress shoes or loafers.

I have advised readers that while bare legs are fine even at the most formal events, hosiery also is perfectly acceptable as long as it's skin tone and sheer. I've just returned from a wedding where I wore my new bargain ($10!) black sequined mini and consignment store jeweled black shoes (also $10).

Women wedding guests should wear a full-length dress, be it a ballgown, a sheath or an A-line style. High heels are strongly recommended. Feel free to accessorize with opulent jewelry and even elbow-length white silk gloves.

Wearing leggings beneath a dress at a wedding isn't more than just acceptable — it's a clever style choice. It offers both comfort and elegance.

Since nuptials are celebratory occasions, the dark hue was labeled off-limits for attendees in the past. However, in today's modern-day age, wearing black to a wedding is completely acceptable, and in many cases, it's even encouraged.

Women wedding guests should wear a full-length dress, be it a ballgown, a sheath or an A-line style. High heels are strongly recommended. Feel free to accessorize with opulent jewelry and even elbow-length white silk gloves.

For a summer wedding with a co*cktail attire dress code, opt for light and airy fabrics such as chiffon, linen, or organza. A floral maxi dress, a pastel midi or knee-length dress, as well as a jumpsuit, are all great options.

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