Womenswear

What to Wear to a Wedding: Guest Outfit Guide

What to Wear to a Wedding: Guest Outfit Guide

Wedding guest dressing is about matching the dress code while looking and feeling great. A little guidance goes a long way.

Decode the dress code

  • Black tie: a formal gown or elegant cocktail dress
  • Cocktail: a knee-length or midi dress
  • Semi-formal: a dressy dress or dressy separates
  • Casual: a sundress or chic separates

The rules

  • Avoid white and anything too revealing
  • Consider the venue and season
  • Choose shoes you can stand and dance in
  • Bring a layer for the evening

Outfit ideas

A floral midi dress with heels for a daytime wedding.

A slip dress with a wrap for an evening affair.

A tailored jumpsuit as a chic alternative to a dress.

Match the formality, dress for the venue, and you can't go wrong.