Wedding season is in full swing! You’ve received your invite and the big day is fast approaching which means you’re hunting for the perfect outfit to wear.
Navigating your way around what to wear to an evening wedding reception can be confusing. The dress code can be anything from low-key to formal.
We’ve put together the ultimate guide to help narrow down your options.
Tips For Evening Guests
- Make sure you understand the dress code! – A great tip is to check out the venue to get a feel of how formal it will be. Spare no detail to avoid any awkward scenarios.
- Avoid white at all costs – It’s all about the bride, avoid anything with a white base and let her have her moment.
- Don’t forget accessories – Make the most of those statement earrings you have lying around and dust off your best clutch, these are the pieces that will bring your whole look together.
- Wear what makes you feel comfortable – It’s a big event full of lots of people you could be meeting for the first time, you want to be comfortable and feel your best so stick to styles you know you love.
- Don’t be scared of a jumpsuit! – Who says you have to wear a dress? Make a statement and go with an all-in-one number. Opt for woven and thicker fabrics to achieve a more formal vibe.
What To Wear To A Wedding Evening Do
Weddings generally carry a formal dress code with them so it’s figuring out what level of formal you go for.
To help navigate this confusing dress code, we’ve picked out a range of wedding guest dresses and outfits with a range of glam and low-key options.
Spring Evening Wedding Guest Dresses
Dress to impress with this Yours London dress perfect for that special occasion.
It features an elegant pleated chiffon skirt in a floor sweeping maxi length, an elasticated waist to fit and flatter your curves in all the right places, a sleeveless design and a back keyhole tie fastening.
If you’re looking for playful shorter length dress opt for this midi dress exclusive to Yours London.
It’s made from a chiffon fabric and features pleat detailing in a cold shoulder design with an elasticated waistband for a flattering fit, as well as adjustable straps for a comfortable fit.
Glam up for that special day with this sequin dress exclusive to our Luxe collection. Featuring hand embellished sequins and beads, in an elegant cape styles, with short sleeves and cold shoulder detailing as well as a rear keyhole button fastening.
Pair with matching heels and a bag for a look you’ll want to wear time and time again.
For a formal dress code opt for the new-in lace midi dress from our Yours London collection. It’s made from a comfortable woven fabric and features a dipped hemline with a sleeveless design and adjustable straps for ultimate comfort.
Add a pop of colour to your look with our new-in blue retro floral maxi dress from Yours London. Made from a comfortable jersey fabric, it features a retro floral print with a flattering cold shoulder design and a scoop neckline.
We styled this dress with contrasting darker blue heels for a stylish and colourful look.
A spring wedding calls for florals, our white floral ruffle wrap dress is the perfect option for the warmer weather.
This dress from Yours London is made from a comfortable woven fabric, it features a curve flattering v-neckline, and double ruffle detailing in a sleeveless design, complete at a midi length.
Upgrade your occasionwear collection with a pink floral hanky hem dress from Yours London. This dress is made from a comfortable jersey fabric and features an elegant floral print with a bust accentuating wrap front and a hanky hemline.
Evening Wedding Guest Outfits
If dresses aren’t your thing, you can create an evening ready look with blouses, trousers and jumpsuits. Check out our favourite styles below.
Evening Tops For Weddings
Searching for evening tops to wear with your bottom half? We’ve picked out our go-to styles you can pair with a range of trousers.
Our beige brown animal print blouse is a must-have!
It’s made from a comfortable woven fabric and features an animal print design, pintuck detail, a high neckline button fastening and long cuffed sleeves.
Just style with smart trousers and your favourite heels.
Get glam in this cami top exclusive to Luxe, made from a comfortable woven material, it features hand sequin embellishment, a delicate lace trim and adjustable cami straps for the best fit and comfort.
As the evenings can still be chilly, a long sleeve blouse may be the perfect option for an evening wedding reception.
This new-in abstract print blouse is made from a comfortable woven fabric and features a pleat front design, v-neckline, shirred cuffs and long sleeves for extra coverage.
Wedding Evening Jumpsuits
A jumpsuit is a great alternative, especially during the colder months, the coverage provides some extra warmth for the big night.
If you’re looking for a stunning outfit for an evening wedding reception, check out this new-in jumpsuit from our Limited Collection. Made from soft and comfortable fabric this elegant all black jumpsuit features a flattering v-neckline, long sleeves, and a keyhole back detail.
Pair with heels and a clutch bag for an effortless and elegant wedding guest look.
Wedding Evening Co-Ords
Make a statement with a sophisticated blazer and trousers (or shorts) combo you can feel confident in all night long.
Update your occasionwear collection with this co-ord featuring a pink military blazer and trousers duo.
Made from a comfortable woven fabric, this military blazer features long sleeves in a double breasted silhouette with mock buttons and side pockets, partner with the matching pink tailored trousers and heels.
If the warmer weather is on the horizon opt for a co-ord featuring smart tailored shorts and a matching cropped blazer.
Our trendy cropped blazer features a tapered collar, mock pockets and long sleeves with padded shoulders, can be worn with the matching shorts or trousers, or mix and match with a smart bottom of choice.
Complete the ensemble with heels and a clutch and you’re ready to celebrate in style.
Opt for bright fun colours during the spring season!
This military blazer and trouser duo also come in a gorgeous mint green colour you’ll want to wear on repeat.
Style together or mix and match for a smart and sophisticated outfit you can look and feel your best self in.
With dress codes unscrambled and top tips made, you’re now wedding-ready. Shop our wedding outfits collection in UK sizes 14-40 for more must-have styles.
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