While “wedding season” is generally thought of as the summer, the most popular months to say “I do” are actually in the fall. Maybe it’s the foliage, maybe it’s the much-anticipated relief from the heat, but fall weddings, much like fall itself, are definitely a thing. While the multi-hued leaves make for stunning wedding pics for the newly-weds, fall weddings can often stump guests. Looking for an outfit that is dressy while still feeling seasonally appropriate is deceptively difficult.
Fear not, because ahead are 21 fabulous wedding-guest outfit ideas that are both festive and suitable dipping temperatures. And, if you’re like me and haven’t attended a wedding in a hot minute, get excited. There are lots of fresh ‘fits out there with re-wear potential. A new dress or jumpsuit (and some dancing shoes) are the perfect antidote matching sweatsuit ennui.
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Fall Wedding-Guest Mini Dresses
If you wanna show off your gams but still wanna be covered up, there are plenty of long-sleeve mini dresses calling your name.
For Love And Lemons Temecula Mini Dress, $, available at Free People
Goya Goya Mini Dress, $, available at Wolf & Badger
Lovers and Friends Matilda Mini Dress, $, available at Revolve
Fall Wedding-Guest Midi Dresses
Midi dresses are a classy choice for a fall wedding — plus, the length is just right for showing off your fancy shoes without your legs feeling overexposed. And if you’re wearing a sleeveless number, you can always throw on a blazer or shrug for warmth.
Hutch Bow-Front Slip Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Alexia Admor V-Neck Puff Sleeve Dress, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Cynthia Rowley Tee Jersey Organza Ruffle Dress, $, available at Shopbop
Fall Wedding-Guest Maxi Dresses
Modest? Sure. But, these elegant long-sleeve maxi dresses are anything but frumpy.
Farm Rio red abstract patches maxi dress, $, available at Farm Rio
Batsheva Peter Pan Collar Dress in Juniper Velvet, $, available at Batsheva
Buenos Ninos Women’s Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi Dress with Belt, $, available at Amazon
Fall Wedding-Guest Jumpsuit Outfits
For all the non-dress-wearers out there, here are a few night-out jumpsuits that are cocktail hour-ready — and will let you boogie on the dance floor all night long.
Mango Bow wrap jumpsuit, $, available at Mango
Lulus Toast to You Flutter Sleeve Jumpsuit, $, available at Nordstrom
Farm Rio black mini pineapples jumpsuit, $, available at Farm Rio
Fall Wedding-Guest Pant Suit Outfits
Want to take your fancy pants look to the next level? Get yourself a matching blazer for a standout coordinated wedding-guest look.
Theory Etiennette Blazer in Empire Wool, $, available at Theory
Theory Treeca Full-Length Pull-On Pant in Empire Wool, $, available at Theory
Abercrombie and Fitch Single-Breasted Blazer, $, available at Abercrombie and Fitch
Abercrombie and Fitch Wide Strap Squareneck Top, $, available at Abercrombie and Fitch
Abercrombie and Fitch Elevated Wide Leg Pants, $, available at Abercrombie and Fitch
Daisy Street belted blazer in corduroy, $, available at ASOS
Daisy Street cigarette pants in corduroy, $, available at ASOS
Fall Wedding-Guest Cocktail or Garden Party Dresses
These cocktail dresses are perfect for destination weddings or garden party weddings set in warmer environments. Bonus: they’re easy to pack, easy to steam, and easy to clean afterward.
Milly Sylvie Strapless Pleated Chiffon Dress, $, available at Neiman Marcus
Quince 100% Washable Silk Slip Dress, $, available at Quince
Madewell (Re)sourced Georgette Button-Front Mini Dress in Adorable Ditsy, $, available at Madewell
Fall Wedding-Guest Black-Tie Dresses
If you’ve got a formal event on the books, these gorgeous floor-length gowns with eye-catching details will satisfy the black-tie dress code without leaving you cold.
Carolina Herrera Sequinned sash-waist crepe maxi dress, $, available at MatchesFashion
Reformation Midleton Dress, $, available at Reformation
Mac Duggal Pleated Long Sleeve Gown, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
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