Wedding season is here, and it’s time to think about what to wear. You’ve probably heard that it’s rude for guests to wear white or black to a wedding. But what about other colors? And how do you choose the right dress for every type of wedding? We’re going to answer all your questions about wedding guest dresses so that you can look stylish at every celebration this year!
How To Choose a Wedding Guest Dress
Choosing the right guest dress will depend on a few factors: your body type, the season, and of course the theme of the wedding.
First, you need to consider your own body type. If you’re petite or short in stature, then don’t wear a floor-length gown that will make you look even shorter. Instead, choose a knee-length dress with sleeves if possible (even if it’s not formal).
If it is summertime and hot outside—and especially if there are outdoor photos planned—you should avoid heavy fabrics such as velvet or brocade; stick with lighter colored dresses made from cotton fabrics like polyester instead. These fabrics will keep you cool during photos as well as dancing later on when temperatures rise even higher than normal indoors at nightfall!
How to choose a wedding guest dress for your body type?
To choose a wedding guest dress that flatters your shape, consider the following:
- If you’re on the petite side, be careful about wearing a dress with too much volume or excess fabric.
- If you have curves, try to find something without a lot of ruffles or embellishments that will take attention away from them (and instead focus on more flattering parts).
- If your body type is similar to that of the bride, she may have selected her own bridesmaids’ dresses based on what she likes best about herself—so if she has an hourglass figure and wears fitted clothing well, don’t wear anything too loose.
Wedding Guest Dresses for Every Type of Wedding
Depending on the type of wedding you’re attending, your dress will be very different.
- For a beach wedding, try a maxi dress or lightweight summer dress with strappy sandals and an oversized hat.
- For a garden wedding, opt for bohemian-style dresses in bright colors or floral prints. Add ankle boots and accessories with feathers or flowers on them to finish off the look!
- If you have an outdoor barn wedding coming up, wear something casual but cute like wide-leg jeans paired with a button-down shirt (or tank top). A pair of flat sandals is also perfect for this occasion!
- If it’s a rustic-themed celebration then go for linen trousers and chunky heels—the ultimate combo! This look works well with any color so feel free to experiment—from navy blue to olive green to cream white!
What to Wear to a Summer Wedding?
If you’re attending a summer wedding, your dress should be light and airy. Floral prints are also a great choice, as they’re in season.
You can embrace the season by wearing a bright, colorful dress that’s not too heavy or hot to wear on such a warm day. This will help your guests remember how nice it was to see you at the wedding!
It’s also important for any guest to choose a dress that is comfortable and easy to move in so that they can dance all night long at the reception if they want!
What to Wear to a Spring Wedding?
- Wear a dress that is light and airy. The air is warm, but not hot, and you want to feel comfortable at all times.
- Choose a color that is soft, but not pastel. As much as you may love the look of pastel dresses, try to find one in a soft shade of pink or blue instead.
- Avoid black, white and red. While these are beautiful colors for spring weddings (and summer ones!), they can also be overused by other guests in attendance—which means yours will look boring on top of it all!
- Emphasize your best features by choosing an outfit that complements your body type and complexion.
What to Wear to a Fall Wedding?
You’ll want to choose a color that flatters your skin tone, but still complements the wedding colors. Darker colors will help you blend in with the crowd and not stick out like a sore thumb.
If it’s a fall wedding, then long and flowy dresses are your friend! You can’t go wrong with this type of dress if you’ve got curves or an uneven figure. They’ll make your body look like it has more curves than it actually does!
A comfortable yet flattering dress is also key for this season—you don’t want to be freezing on top of feeling awkward about all those eyes watching you walk down the aisle! Something warm and good for dancing (or even standing around) should do just fine.
What to Wear to a Winter Wedding?
Winter weddings are usually formal, but depending on the weather you may need to bundle up. A long-sleeved dress is a great option in case there’s a chill in the air. If it’s really cold out and your outfit doesn’t include sleeves, consider using a scarf or shawl as an extra layer to keep warm.
You can also wear a coat without being too bulky—just make sure that you don’t wear something too heavy because then it will be difficult for you to move around indoors if there’s dancing involved! A knit dress is another smart choice because it’s comfortable and breathable enough for dancing yet warm enough for winter days with unpredictable weather conditions (which we’ve all experienced at least once before). A sweater dress would work well too; since they come with stretchy materials, they’re easy to move in while keeping you warm enough not only while waiting outside but also throughout the night when things get heated up (literally). Finally, long skirts provide coverage without having too much bulk under layers of clothing—and bonus points if they have cute little details like pleats which add interest without looking too stiffly structured for casual events like weddings!
Takeaway:
The takeaway is that the wedding guest dress is a great way to show your support for the bride and groom. It’s also a good opportunity to look good! In choosing your wedding guest dress, you should consider what will suit you and be comfortable in the event that it’s warm out.
If you’re not sure about what style would work best for your body type or if you’re looking for ways to make sure that everyone can see what a great personality they have (and it shows), then this guide might help!
Conclusion
With all that said, I hope you now know what to wear to a wedding. No matter what type of wedding you’re attending, there’s probably something there for you. And even if not, don’t worry! There are plenty of other occasions where wearing one of these looks would be appropriate—and trust me when I say this is a look worth adopting! It will make you feel good about yourself, no matter what size or shape your body is because it emphasizes positive things like curves and height.
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