The onset of summer also means the arrival of wedding season. If you received an invitation with a formal dress code that you're trying to decode, it's suggested that women wear floor-length gowns or formal cocktail dresses to align with the polished and elevated event. For any upcoming weddings on your agenda with a formal dress code, I have handpicked a range of outfit recommendations for a variety of occasions.
I imagined a range of hypothetical wedding venues and locales and provided the wardrobe to match. Headed to the French Riviera? I would suggest a sweeping gown in pastel blue paired with topaz earrings and strappy heels. Does the address read "New York Public Library"? Opt for something black, sleek, and subdued. Is there an Old Hollywood theme attached? Tap into Grace Kelly with a celadon dress, rivière necklace, and frame clutch bag. Ahead, see what to wear to a formal wedding, including this editor's exact shopping suggestions.
The French Riviera
The New York Public Library
A Private Estate in Tuscany
If Color Is a Requirement
An Intimate Dinner Party
With an Old Hollywood Theme
The New Hotel Everyone Will Be Talking About Next Month
A Rooftop in London
A Tropical Setting
A Villa in Lake Como
A Hotel Ballroom
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