What to Wear This Wedding Season – The Most Fabulous Guest Dresses

– Do Happy Colours

Monochromatic or block-colour dresses are also great for the festive occasion. The Spring 2024 colours range from butter yellow to red and green—all great choices for an elegant and chic dress. And considering last year was the year of the Barbicore trend, where everyone was donning pink, I recommend opting for a different colour for a fresh and new look. And speaking of colours, you can read here about the best colour for your skin tone.

– Do Wear a Polka Dot

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales is living proof that the polka dot dress is an ever-chic classic. She has worn this model on several occasions, such as at the memorial service for Prince Philip in March 2022. Another Royal spotted wearing a polka dot was Abigail Spencer at Meghan Markle’s wedding. There’s something intrinsic chic about polka dot, but elevate the look with a big hat and powerful jewellery.

– Do Finish Your Look With a Headband or Fascinator

When planning what to wear to a wedding, the question of headpieces, such as hats, often arises. Typically, it’s the bride who decides whether the bridesmaids and close family members should wear hats. Interestingly, there’s a piece of “hat etiquette” that states the mother of the groom should never wear a hat larger than the mother of the bride’s headpiece. However, other guests have the freedom to choose their headwear. In this regard, we wholeheartedly endorse the use of flowers, fascinators, headbands, and bows, as they add a delightful flair to your ensemble. For those seeking a vintage, 70s-inspired look, an ultra-chic turban might just be the perfect choice. If you do opt for a hat, here’s a handy tip: any additional decorations, like a flower, should be placed on the right side of the hat.

And Here Are the Wedding Season DONTs:

– Do Not Wear White

Although this seems quite obvious, you wouldn’t believe how many women choose white outfits. Don’t do that! The only woman wearing white at a wedding should be the bride. That’s a terrible faux pas, and people might think you are competing with the bride on her special day. But there are plenty of other light hues like off-white or pastels that are stylish and perfect for a spring wedding. This spring 2024, you definitely should try a dress in butter yellow colour.

– Do Not Wear Black

All-black outfits are elegant but not appropriate for a wedding, which is meant to be a joyful occasion, not a funeral. Instead, consider opting for a black and white dress; this colour combination is utterly chic. Midnight blue and navy are the darkest colours that are acceptable for such celebrations.

– Do Not Wear “Look at Me” Clothes

Steering clear of super tight and overly sexy outfits is definitely the way to go. You don’t want to come off looking tacky or like you’re fishing for the photographer’s flashbulbs. After all, unless you’re gunning for your own reality show, planning to marry a rapper, and considering naming your kids something like Moonbeam or Rocket, it’s better to aim for a look that screams sophisticated charm, not tabloid fodder. Your ensemble should turn heads for its elegance and class, not its shock value. Keep it attractive, but keep it classy.

– Last But Not Least

Wedding Season usually means you’re attending a religious ceremony. So, dress accordingly. Attendees are expected to be modestly dressed and not show too much skin within the religious venue. If you’re wearing a sleeveless dress, it is “de bon-ton” to cover your shoulders with a beautiful shawl. Another option is a cardigan or a coat matching the dress like the Brits know how to wear so well. Additionally, instead of sandals, it’s more appropriate to wear heeled pumps.