Our Guide to Wedding Outfits by Dress Code

It's possible you already have items for a dressy-casual event right in your closet. These are pieces you may wear to work with a blazer or a nice night out. Pick out pieces that make you think, "Hey, that's nice." Some hard and fast rules: no denim or pants with holes, and no gowns (or you'll feel way overdressed). With dressy casual, you can wear a nice pantsuit or jumpsuit, too.

This tiered wrap dress ($170) would make an excellent option. Choose a darker color for an evening event (perhaps black or red) or a patterned blue floral in the daytime. You could also go with this balloon-sleeve mini ($200), which offers a flattering A-line fit. When it comes to shoes, you don't need to wear sky-high stilettos. Instead, opt for a wedge ($395) or some espadrilles. Jewelry doesn't need to be too bold, either: a lovely pair of gold hoops ($575) would be just perfect.