How to dress for a wedding

When a woman is invited to a wedding, along with the excitement and joy of the friend or relative who is formalizing the union, there is also that difficult concern: “What clothes am I going to wear?”. And who hasn’t been through that, right?

As worrying as the situation may seem, you shouldn’t despair thinking about it. What you can and should do is analyze the main points that govern the etiquette of wedding attire.

The main aspects that you should take into account are: attire specified in the invitation, location of the party, weather and time of the party (one of the items that should most influence your choice).

As not all invitations contain information about what to wear for the ceremony and party, social attire will be your option.

For men, the whole situation is more relaxed. If attire is not specified, wear dress pants, a shirt, and a suit. Never wear jeans or a t-shirt. And care must be taken when choosing a shoe, so as not to choose a sporty model.

For the female guest, is wearing a dress the only option? Not. It is possible to assemble sets with skirt and shirt, skirt and blazer or dress pants and blazer, if you prefer not to opt for the traditional dress. However, keep in mind that most women will probably opt for the dress.

And should the dress be short, medium or long? Long dresses should be exclusive to the bridesmaids and mother of the bride and groom. However, if it’s too cold and the bride concedes, the guests can also go long. In other cases, it is considered fashionable to wear a mid-length dress or a short one that is not too short, especially if there is a church ceremony.

As for the location of the party, it is important to remember that indoor venues require more elaborate productions, while outdoor parties – farms, beaches and parks – require lighter, relaxed and comfortable looks.

If the climate is mild to hot, it will be easier to set up production. A dress and a sandal will solve your doubt. However, if the weather is cool or very cold, you will need to invest in a dress with sleeves, socks and closed shoes.

Regarding the neckline: if it’s strapless, wear your hair loose and don’t wear a skirt that’s too short; if it is a more closed neckline, tie your hair and the skirt can be shorter. The secret is balance.

Another tip is to talk to the bride and other guests, so you can talk about the outfits and help each other when choosing. This also prevents you from arriving at the party dressed differently from everyone else.

But the golden tip for anyone invited to a wedding is: don’t wear light clothes. This includes white, champagne, pearl and other light colors that we love but should be overlooked when being invited to a wedding. Light color is unique to the bride, do not forget this rule.

See below for more specific tips for outfits in each situation.

How to dress for a wedding on a hot day

If the wedding will take place indoors, at night, you can explore the more elaborate production. Bet on dresses with prints and sequins, clutches with embroidery and gemstones and powerful accessories.

Here are some options for inspiration:

However, if the wedding is during the day or in an open place, you should invest in light and fluid pieces, without a lot of glitter and embroidery, more discreet and very elegant accessories. Check out some suggestions to inspire you:

How to dress for a cold day wedding

In winter, weddings are usually held indoors at night. For this type of production, you can choose a short dress with long sleeves, which in addition to being elegant, will protect you from the cold. If the day is very cold, you can complement it by wearing socks and warm closed shoes. In extreme cases, wear a well-tailored, high-quality coat.

Get inspired by these options for wedding looks on cooler autumn or winter days:

Looks for pregnant wedding guests

For guests who are pregnant at the time of their wedding, the most important tip is to choose something that is comfortable and doesn’t squeeze you. It is ideal that you feel comfortable and that the garment is not too tight so that you do not suffer if your body swells during the party. A joker for pregnant women is the dress that marks just below the bust and leaves the belly loose. There’s a charm. Check out some inspirations:

Plus size wedding guest looks

For guests who use a plus size mannequin, there are very interesting options for the wedding look. To enhance your silhouette, choose a model that shapes your body to emphasize your strengths. Well-fitted dresses are a good alternative to going to a wedding. See some options:

Pants look for wedding guest

Another idea to compose the guest look is to assemble a combination of dress pants and a shirt or blouse or even the overalls, as long as it is in a more classic and thin version. Despite being less common, there are women who prefer to use this combination, because they feel more comfortable or because they consider it more beautiful. Here’s how it is possible to look elegant to go to a wedding even without wearing a skirt or dress:

And don’t forget that accessories like earrings and clutches also play an important role in wedding production. Therefore, it is worth investing in beautiful items to compose the look.

Shoes must be comfortable. The half-paw heel is a joker for this type of event, because with it it’s easier to hold the whole party dancing without having to get off the heel and lose the glamor of the production.

If you still have any questions about your guest look, leave a comment below.