As a wedding guest, you never want to upstage the bride or groom, but it’s also important that you dress to impress. You want to feel good, confident in what you’re wearing.
There’s a lot of choice when it comes to wedding guest attire, but the very real possibility that you might end up picking something to wear that another guest wears. To cover all bases, this guide will share all the best tips on how to dress to impress as a wedding guest this year. Make sure to bookmark this post for whenever there’s a date coming up in your calendar for a wedding.
Know the dress code
The invitation will give you the best idea of what the bride and groom expect from their wedding guests. This dress code is not optional, and therefore, you should try to get as close to the dress code as you can. Otherwise, you may end up sticking out like a sore thumb and possibly be moved to the back of official photos as a result!
Consult the invitation in good time to work out what you’ll need to wear. For example, it might be that you have to work with a ‘black-tie’ dress code or a ‘cocktail attire’.
If you’re not sure what the dress code is, then your best friend, Google, is going to be your best form of research. That’ll give you visual examples of what you should be aiming for.
Shop with different brands
There are tons of different brands out there nowadays that you don’t always need to go for the generic high-street and big corporate stores. You may find that, instead, going for the smaller independent shops and shops online will offer a great mix of everything.
With that being said, look at what different brands are available for your size and style preference. From floral dresses to muted color palettes, shopping in different stores and with various brands will give you more variety and choice. The problem that household-name brands have is that the options available. It’s more likely that you’ll buy the same dress as another wedding guest by going fairly generic in your guest attire search.
Avoid bridal colors
For most people getting married, it’s considered a big no-no to dress up in any bridal colors, mainly white and ivory. To play it safe, it’s best to avoid any feature of this color within the dress.
It’s also worth thinking about what the dress code has suggested or stipulated as colors that you should avoid. If you’re particularly anxious about selecting the wrong colors, then it’s always worth asking the bride and groom for advice and guidance. You’ll want to think about the time of year, too, as some colors will be a preferred seasonal choice over others.
Be mindful of the venue
It’s good to be mindful of the venue where the wedding is being held. Chances are, this will give you a better idea of what outfit you should be going for. A church wedding, for example, might be suited with a more modest and classic look. Whereas an outdoor wedding might be weather-dependent, so you’ll want to consider what type of attire would look the part while also keeping you warm or cool.
Don’t forget to accessorise
Finally, don’t forget the accessories. This is an important part of the whole outfit because accessories do a lot to elevate an outfit and to take it from an 8 to a 10. Be sure to look for accessories that are going to complement the outfit, rather than overshadow it.
Wedding guest attire is important to get right, especially when you might be appearing in official photos, etc. Use these tips to make sure you’re dressed to impress on the couple’s big day.
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