CONVERTING HATERS INTO HATTERS
CONVERTING HATERS INTO HATTERS
Avoid the temptation to dress more formal than you believe the couple will be. Don’t dress in fashion that screams for excessive attention. If wearing hats and headpieces, the general rule is to not wear one bigger than the Mother of the Bride. If you don’t know the Mother of the Brides outfit, but know her to be petite, then assume she won’t be wearing a big hat, so neither should you. Pillbox, Smartie, Button, and Disc headpieces are as large as a guest should go, unless they know the Mother of the Bride is wearing big. Some brides nowadays will encourage their guests to wear a hat, and you could then go a little bigger since you know lot’s will be wearing them. I would still stick to nothing wider than your shoulders though.
For more inspiration, style advice, and full outfits including the headwear, shoes and accessories then do be sure to read my Blog Spot on Summer Wedding Outfits.
For Winter then read How to dress for a Winter Wedding.
To help you find the dress for a Summer Wedding, I've picked loads out for you below, offering a variety to suit a wide range of budgets. Whether you are looking for the Ultimate Designer Dress, or 'Just need a dress', below you should find the perfect dress for you.
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Below is a gallery of some luxury dresses I've hunted out for you to splash out on.
View: Rodarte Floral Butterfly Midi Dress (International). Tailored from lustrous silk with a lush garden with butterflies print, this midi cocktail dress has a figure-flattering full-skirted silhouette with a floral-embellished belt and ruffled off-the-shoulder neckline.
View: Carolina Herrera Floral Dress (International) and also available at: Saks Fifth Avenue (USA). Crafted of a stretch cotton blend, this Carolina Herrera midi-dress features an eye-catching tropical print and a ruched front. This style is designed with a plunging V-neck, short puff-sleeves, and an O-ring belt.
View: Roksanda Zenobia Dress (International). Roksanda "Zenobia" dress, screen-printed with an abstract painterly motif, this bright and joyful dress is cut from lustrous silk-twill and has a draped, asymmetric hem.
View: Andrew Gn Floral Dress (USA). Andrew Gn dress featuring garden print of flowers and butterflies, with a removable belt.
View: Rowen Rose Pleated Dress (International). The dégradé effect on Rowen Rose's midi dress is reminiscent of a summer sunset. Made from recycled-georgette, it's finely pleated throughout to create beautiful movement.
View: Oscar de la Renta Botanical Dress (International). Cut from light-as-air silk, with a 'walking art' botanical print, this maxi has a loosely flowing button-front silhouette with a pussy-bow neckline, puffed sleeves, and a pin-tucked bodice.
View: Dolce & Gabbana Floral Dress (USA). Dolce & Gabbana floral-printed mini dress with sweetheart neckline, mini length, and corset-style construction at the bodice.
View: Rickie Freeman Pleated Dress (USA). Rickie Freeman for Teri Jon pleated floor length gown in a floral print with ruching along the neckline, and belter waist.
View: Borgo De Nor Floral Dress (International). Tatiana floral-print ruffled silk-crepe maxi dress, in soft yellow and pink.
View: Leo Lin Floral Dress (International). LEO LIN "Grace" pleated midi dress in a bouquet floral print features a neck self-tie and a matching belt
View: Erdem Evie Dress (International). Erdem’s pastel-blue shirt dress is cut from crisp poplin with a ruffled trim and charming floral print, inspired by silhouettes seen in the Restoration Period.
View: Emilia Wickstead Elvita Dress (International). Emilia Wickstead's 'Elvita' dress is decorated with blurred florals and made from duchesse-satin, darted through the fitted waist before flaring into an A-line skirt.
View: Leo Lin Floral Dress (USA). LEO LIN "Nellie" belted silk-linen midi dress in a sunflower print
View: Zimmermann Flounce Floral Dress (International). Zimmermann's 'Flounce' dress is decorated with the 'Spliced Floral' motif from the Spring '23 collection titled 'Wonderland.' Made from cotton blended with silk for added lightness, it has ruffled tiers that cascade down asymmetrically.
Below is a gallery of some of this season best dresses, that offer good 'cost per wear' if you are wearing for a few events, but certainly not as expensive as the aspirational -for most- ones above.
View: Self Portrait Maxi Dress (International). Self-Portrait's elegant maxi dress is made from pleated chiffon in vivid coral pink, with a guipure-lace yoke and cuffs and a slender waist belt.
View: Self Portrait Pale Blue Dress (UK). Shaded in sky-blue with a nostalgic sweetheart neckline and capped sleeves, Self-Portrait's taffeta midi dress casts a romantic spell.
View: Vince Maxi Wrap Floral Dress (International). Vince's dress is cut from lustrous satin blended with LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose for added softness. Printed with painted bouquets against a 'Pale Dew' background, it has a wrap front with a plunging neckline and adjustable ties.
View: Karen Millen Coral Bardot Dress (UK) and also from: Karen Millen (USA).
View: Natori Floral Dress (International). Crafted of structured cotton poplin and featuring an eye-catching floral print. Cut in a one-shoulder silhouette, this dress is finished with a high-low hem for a layered look.
View: Ted Baker Marggoh Dress (UK) and also at: John Lewis (UK). Entirely flattering with its A-line shape, this floor-length dress from Ted Baker is carved with a crew neck and long sleeves, it blooms with joy through a refreshing floral print.
View: ALC Ombre Pleated Peach Dress (UK). Smocked halter neck sleeveless dress, with all over pleats and fit and flare silhouette
View: Karen Millen Ombre Pleated Dress (UK) and also at: Karen Millen (USA). This Guipure lace midi dress has everything - pleats, lace. ombre, florals and of course amazing blue hues. Showcasing simplistic elegance and refined polish complete with edgy cut-outs.
View: Self Portrait Green Cutaway Dress (International). This Self Portrait design is made from soft cotton with embroidered stamens and has cut outs at the lightly elasticated waist, in the labels signature lace guipure.
View: Shoshanna's Merlin Dress This Jacquard dress flaunts a ruffled detail that cinches the waist and cascades down the leg. This strapless style is rendered in floral jacquard.
View: Pinko Floral Dress (USA). PINKO ruched dress emblazoned in a vivid floral pattern, with plunge neckline, and body-conscious silhouette
Below is a gallery of dresses that will fit most peoples budgets. Suitable to wear to a Wedding this Summer, but won't leave you feeling like you spent all your money on the outfit and can't now afford to pay for the taxi home.
View: Coast Jacquard Dress (UK) Affordable dress in a fit and flare shape, knee length and cut-away back detail.
View: Hobbs Green Floral Midi Dress (International). Showcasing a beautiful floral print in one of the seasons most popular colours - emerald green, the Carly dress is perfect for Summer Weddings.
View: O.P.T Tiered Dress (UK).
View: Karen Millen Pansies Print Dress (USA) or from Karen Millen (UK).
View: Coast (UK). Designed to leave a smile on your face, this pretty midi features an all-over floral print in a classic flare shape.
View: Coast Long Flare Dress (UK). Make an entrance in this head-turning floral-print dress. Crafted from structured twill, it features a sleek, sleeveless silhouette fitted with practical pockets.
View: Wallis Floral Long Dress (UK). Cute colour combo for a fun outfit, in a luxurious feel satin, at High Street price.
View: Coast Multi Floral Dress (UK). Organza Floral Bardot Ruched Bodice Midi Dress
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