Do you know which dresses are the most elegant and appropriate for this wedding season? Here you will find our 101 on How to Pick the Best Wedding Guest Dresses!
Wedding season is definitely approaching. And because we know the stress that we all feel when wedding invitations start coming we thought it would be amazing if we would have a 101 guide on how to pick the best wedding guest dress. This wedding guest checklist will be a lifesaver because not only we will give you inspo but will also help you remember which dresses you should add to your collection and which one you probably already have and should keep using this year.
In this article, we will dive into the 101 How to Pick the Best Wedding Guest Dresses to make the best impression while being the best styled this wedding season.
We will only mention the absolutely necessary dresses to avoid that common overwhelming sensation of feeling like you don’t have anything to wear. We know your struggle, we have been there.
However, this will not be a problem anymore. In this post, you are going to learn all about the 8 best types of wedding guest dresses that will look amazing on everyone and also all the rules regarding the styling of these types of dresses. This 101 wedding guest dress checklist will be life-changing! Plus, we are giving you the best inspiration pictures from the best bloggers and Instagrammers as an exemplification to help you style each wedding dress beautifully.
After learning all about these wedding season must-haves, you will, for sure, be aware of all it needs to be known about the most appropriate wedding guest garments. Plus you will be able to reuse and maximize the wear of your wedding outfits.
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DOS & DON’TS OF PICKING A WEDDING GUEST DRESS
In the post, we are going to show you some styles of dresses we would wear at a wedding as a guest. After going to so many weddings we feel like we already know all the tricks to be the best styled this wedding season. As well as, all the Dos & Don’ts of wedding styling.
When choosing the perfect dress you should know which type of wedding it is for. For example, a beach wedding requires a different dress than a formal/dressy one. If this feels overwhelming, don’t worry we will give you an option for every occasion.
You should also have some essential rules in mind when picking your dress.
First, you shouldn’t wear white or black to a wedding, only do it if it is said expressly in the invitation or if they expressively teel you. That is a classic rule when it comes to the wedding dress code and you shouldn’t break it because it can be offensive to the bride and groom. If you don’t understand the reason behind it, we will explain. Basically, if you opt for a white dress you will look similar to the bride and that is a no-go. The bride should be the only one wearing white or a super light color. When it comes to wearing black, the reason behind not wearing it resides in the fact that some people believe that it brings bad luck and it is depressing.
These rules might be old-fashioned. However, we feel like it is better to be prepared than to feel uncomfortable during the ceremony.
To finalize, we would also stay away from options with too much glitter/shimmer, as well as, dresses that are too sexy since they might clash with the overall ceremony.
BEST WEDDING GUEST DRESSES
1- MINI FLORAL DRESS
Most weddings take place during the spring months. For that reason, it is always fitting a cute floral dress like the beautiful one worn by Aimee in her IG post.
It’s for sure not an ideal dress for a super fancy event. However, not every wedding is a super dressy ceremony. Because of that, this would be a perfect dress for a more casual but still put-together wedding.
2- BEACH WEDDING DRESS
Nowadays, most weddings are on the beach which makes the dress code completely different from the conventional weddings that we are all used to. The main requisites in a beach wedding dress are that the dress is flowy and comfortable made by thin but not transparent fabric.
The best example is definitely this one from Marta’s IG photo. It is the perfect wedding dress for this occasion. Plus, it has a beautiful combination of shades that make it even more dreamy!
3- PREGNANT FRIENDLY DRESS
Everyone loves a comfy and bubbly dress, especially those who are pregnant and cannot stand fitted and tight dresses. If you are pregnant we are sure you feel that need of finding a flattering and elegant dress that doesn’t make you feel uncomfortable all day.
Most loose dresses like the one featured in Maria’s IG will be an excellent choice for you! They don’t look like a typical maternity piece of clothing that we all hate because they simply aren’t! You just need to go some sizes up and then tailor it right to fit your proportions and length! These styles are very cute and definitely a good and sophisticated option for you to wear to a wedding.
4- FANCY SHIRT DRESS
If you are into a less feminine vibe, then a fancy shirt dress like this one worn by Teresa will be an amazing option for you.
To be appropriate for an occasion like a wedding it must have some kind of structure and be well-tailored. Otherwise, it would be too casual and would clash with the occasion.
When it comes to this style of dress, it would also help elevate the look opting for a good and distinct color like emerald green or this stunning orange color.
5- FLATTERING LONG DRESS
Usually, people tend to opt for long dresses rather than shorter ones when choosing a wedding guest dress. However, in most cases, the long dress they opt for is super bland and doesn’t accentuate any of their curves.
If you prefer a longer dress but don’t want to compromise on your silhouette and fit then a figure-hugging dress with a stunning detail like the one in this Negin IG post is exactly what you need.
6- DRESS & BLAZER SET
Once again this is a classic wedding guest outfit choice. The iconic vintage fit of a dress and blazer set will be always a nice option for a more conservative wedding. It is such a timeless design that you cannot go wrong with it.
If you are afraid of looking dated but love this design, then you can easily make it a more trendy and fashionable by opting for a bold color or an unusual fabric – just like Cass did with this look. The stunning blue leather set definitely screams fashion icon.
7- RED MAXI DRESS
A red dress is definitely a bold choice. Most stylists would say to opt for muted colors rather than a rich red like this one from Marta’s IG.
However, we feel like that is something from the past. Nowadays, most weddings are in a cocktail setting. On those occasions, a stunning dress like this one would be perfect and for sure an appropriate one.
8- PASTEL RAINBOW MOMENT
Last but not least we couldn’t miss a fun and gorgeous wedding guest dress like this one from Camila’s IG since it is definitely a perfect dress for someone who loves colors.
A flowy and asymmetric dress like the one shown is the perfect option for a very dressy wedding since it screams glamour.
When shopping for a dress like this one always pay attention to the quality of the fabric used to make the dress, the length (it should be almost to the floor to have this stunning effect), as well as, the colors.
Don’t opt for colors that are too trendy and don’t go together. Some pastel colors like these ones are definitely the most appropriate. However, a block color would also look amazing, or even a degrade of a shade.
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