💐 The Wedding Guest Edit: What to Wear for Every Dress Code

Wedding season is officially calling… and with it comes the age-old question: what do I wear?!

From black tie elegance to relaxed garden parties, decoding the dress code can feel like a full-time job. But don’t worry, we’ve done the styling for you! ✨

Introducing our Wedding Guest Edit: your go-to guide for dressing perfectly for every kind of “I do.”

🖤 Black Tie (Formal & Elevated)

Think: evening glamour, timeless silhouettes, and a little drama.

Black tie weddings are your moment to go all out. Floor-length dresses, luxe fabrics, and elevated details are key here. This is not the time to play it casual.

What to look for:

• Maxi lengths
• Structured or flowing silhouettes
• Dark, rich tones or classic black
• Statement sleeves or elegant draping

Our pick:
A dramatic frock like the Wonderful Forest Green Sequin Dress is perfect. Twirl-worthy, sophisticated, and guaranteed to turn heads (without outshining the bride, of course 😉).

🌸 Garden Wedding (Romantic & Whimsical)

Think: florals, soft colours, and effortless femininity.

Garden weddings are all about embracing the setting; light, airy fabrics and playful prints feel right at home among the greenery.

What to look for:

• Midi or maxi dresses
• Floral or soft prints
• Floaty silhouettes
• Breathable fabrics

Our pick:
The Stephanie Dancing Clover Dress; dreamy, romantic, and perfect for golden hour photos under the trees. 🌿

☀️ Beach Wedding (Relaxed & Breezy)

Think: easy elegance with a touch of coastal cool.

Beach weddings call for styles that move with the breeze (and won’t sink into the sand). Comfort is key, but that doesn’t mean compromising on style.

What to look for:

• Lightweight fabrics
• Relaxed fits
• Shorter hems or easy maxis
• Brights, pastels, or tropical-inspired prints

Our pick:
The Marley Navy Floral Dress; effortless, breathable, and made for seaside celebrations.

💃 Cocktail (Chic & Playful)

Think: polished, fun, and a little bit flirty.

Cocktail dress codes sit right in the middle; not too formal, not too casual. It’s your chance to play with colour, shape, and personality.

What to look for:

• Midi or knee-length styles
• Statement prints or bold colours
• Fun sleeves or unique cuts

Our pick:
The Neva Teal Lace Party Dress; the ultimate throw-on-and-wow piece that’s equal parts chic and comfortable.

✨ Final Styling Tips

• When in doubt, overdress slightly: it’s always better to be a little too polished than too casual
• Consider the venue (grass, sand, formal interiors all matter!)
• Comfort is key: you’ll be sitting, standing, and dancing
• Have fun with it: weddings are a celebration, after all 💖

No matter the dress code, the most important thing is feeling confident, comfortable, and ready to celebrate love in style.

Now the only thing left to worry about? The dance floor! 🪩