Weddings are well and truly back, but are we dressing the same? Or are we downsizing the glamour like we downgraded our WFH workwear? Are we spending like before? Or HURR.com-ing and hiring instead?
From what we’ve seen so far, you aint seen nothin’ yet… Guests are getting their glam on more than ever these days for weddings, always one of the greatest fashion frock offs in any friendship or family circle – and we like it!
We’ve complied some of the best tips, tricks and looks from luxury to high street, so you can be the best-dressed guest.
1. THE BASICS
The start to a great outfit has to be the underwear – getting well fitted underwear that complements and works with the outfit you’re wearing is super important. An ill-fitting bra or the wrong type of underwear can completely change the way an outfit sits on the body, plus getting the correct underwear also means you’ll be comfortable all day. If you’re going to need a little room for that pudding pocket, then consider sizing up in your Spanx, it means you wont get that nauseous feeling as the elastic gets tighter around your stomach and waist area - and your lady bits wont be overly perspiring in nylon either, eeeewwww…
We love Spanx and M&S best here…. But Kim K’s Skims are still on our leader board too.
2. PERSONAL BEST
Just because it’s wedding season, doesn’t mean you have to throw your personal style out the window and suddenly adorn yourself with what some feel is appropriate wedding attire, i.e. florals and pastels! If your typical style is on the darker side, then wear darker colours, just make sure you get pops of colour from your accessories. On the flip side, if you lean more towards the pastel trend, add tougher accessories such as metallic jewellery. Just remember, the old etiquette still holds; don’t wear white – and if you have to wear a paler colour of outfit, clear it with your host first! Don’t stick solely to dresses either, there are some absolutely cracking jumpsuits out there just ready to rock the wedding disco dancefloor. For ultimate fashion kudos, name drop some niche brands such as The Vampire’s Wife or Kevan Jon.
3. ACCESSORIES
The usual go-to wedding accessory is millinery – everything from grand hats and headpieces to simple fascinators; but why not change it up a bit and put some crystal or jewelled hairclips in your hair instead? Not only are they slightly different, but they look elegant, especially during the summer months.
In terms of bags, opt for a smaller strap-handle bag, or a clutch as these are less cumbersome and will nestle perfectly into the nook of your arm as you mingle.
When it begins to get cooler in the evening, pair your dress with a cardigan closed with a brooch at the neck, as seen at Erdem, or an oversized blazer. Pashminas have had their day – for now – but they aren’t all-out quite yet.
Shoes will bring your entire look together, and to make sure you put your best foot first, look at the terrain of the venue – heels and grass do not mix well. Perhaps a pair of wedges would be more suited? Also pack a pair of formal flats for when the inevitable pain hits.
4. CONFIDENCE
The most important thing about the outfit you choose to wear, is that you feel confident and comfortable; and this comes mostly from a good fit in your frock. Don’t size down or up, the pre-event crash diets rarely work! Feeling confident is one of the easiest ways to be the best dressed at any event you attend. The same goes for your shoes, make sure your feet will withstand Champagne and canapes for two hours.
