To some of you, my big piece of advice might seem obvious, and to others, it may be groundbreaking. From my point of view, I am just speaking the wise words that are hidden in plain sight. Too many times at formal events, people are taken a little bit too far out of their comfort zone, whether it's because of a skirt hem that's so heavily beaded it's difficult to walk in or a bust that is squeezing them in too tightly. There's a time and a place to make a true fashion statement, but a wedding just isn't it. In most cases, you will be wearing your dress all day and night, transitioning from the ceremony to the reception. For this reason, I tell all of my friends to prioritize wearing something that makes them feel comfortable and confident. After all, the spotlight should really be on the couple.
If you have a lot of weddings on your calendar in the upcoming year, don't be afraid of the toxic term "outfit repeater." When you find something that really suits you, it deserves to make several appearances. Shopping for dresses you can wear again with different accessories will truly guarantee you'll find comfort in whatever you choose to wear for the special day. Below, I am sharing wedding guest dresses and accessories you'll want to wear again and again.
Disco season.
The best $100 you'll spend today.
This design is absolutely breathtaking.
I can just tell these are made for dancing all night.
I love a classic silhouette with a modern detail.
Bring more subtle color to your look with these earrings.
My pick for a modest occasion.
If you prefer flats…
If you invited me to a tropical wedding, I'd show up in this.
I'm loving gold strappy sandals these days.
Fairy energy.
A touch of olive green.
I'm obsessed with the idea of wearing navy to a wedding.
It's the bows for me.
The prettiest of prints.
I'm here for this.
Such a classic style.
Slingbacks never fail me.
The '90s called—they want their dress back.
Shell motifs are great for red carpet season.
I'll be daydreaming about this dress for a while.
Perfection.
This print is incredible.
For a sculpted silhouette.
You need a unique bag like this one.
The bustier is incredibly pretty.
This under-$60 pair of shoes has been my go-to for weddings because it's so comfortable.
Pastels will never fail you on someone's wedding day.
An event like your friend's wedding is the perfect opportunity to invest in fine jewelry.
I already know you'll own these shoes for years.
Yes to everything about this.
Pearl perfection.
This will instantly replace your favorite clutch.
Black is a no-fail option.
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