What To Wear As The Best-Dressed Wedding Guest This Autumn

Lay your love on these outfit ideas.

There are ways to make bold, fashionable choices without taking the shine away from the nuptials. Whether it’s a modern two-piece suit or an outfit you can utilise long after the big day, these are pieces you can sit in for a somewhat uncomfortable amount of time while friends or family members declare their love, dance the night away, and work with the elements.

Modern muse

Frocks not up your alley? Try a two-piece ‘not suit’ that’s luxe and still serves a striking look. Pair with bright, eccentric accessories to elevate this every-day look.

The ensemble: Gregory top $299 and trousers $399.

The shoes: Nelson Made stiletto sandals $382.

The earrings: Sophie Buhai earrings, $648, from Simon James.

The bag: Oroton bag $492.

Want to feel like new, without the pressure of buying new? Ethically made or vintage items are a great way to be gentle on the planet while celebrating love.

The dress: Rachel Mills satin maxi dress $449 (fabric sourced from deadstock).

The shoes: Prada heels, approx. $775, from Vestiare Collective.

The earrings: Painted Bird vintage clip-on earrings $129.

The bag: Nancy Gonzalez leather clutch, approx. $339, from The Real Real.

Regal

When the dress code calls for a little more coverage or an elevated ensemble.

The shoes: Kathryn Wilson heels $299.

The earrings: Released from Love baroque & cast pearl earrings $319.

The necklace: Dyrberg/Kern pendant necklace $149.

The bag: Yu Mei clutch bag $619.

Budget-friendly

Shop a look that is kind to your wallet and doesn’t skimp on style, because we all know weddings can be costly, whether you’re in them or not.

The dress: Zara dress $65.90.

The shoes: Tony Bianco 7cm heels $186.

The earrings: Lovisa earrings $20.

The bag: Le Van Dan bag $25.

Short and sweet

Want to showcase your lovely legs but still feel elevated and put-together? A satin or structured mini-dress does the trick, offset with bold accessories or hints of colour.

The dress: Oroton dress $492.

The shoes: Mi Piaci shoes $300.

The hair accessory: Gloria oversized silk scrunchie $60.

The earrings: Karen Walker 14k gold plated baroque pearl earrings $529.

The bag: Georgia Jay bag $470.

Prints, prints, prints

Texture and colour are both great elements that can be worn together. Let your maximalist self shine by mixing and matching, or picking one bold piece as a hero.

The dress: Jojo Ross dress $315.

The shoes: Rejina Pyo slingback 65mm heels $579.

The earrings: Jasmin Sparrow earrings $800.

The bag: Karen Walker bag $475.