What to Wear to a Destination Wedding
Got a Destination Wedding to Attend? Here’s What to Wear
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Destination weddings are back in full swing. We can't wait to travel, see loved ones, and celebrate. But after so long spent indoors, it might be a shock to your wardrobe to try to pick out an outfit. We get that. Luckily, we've spent some time putting together a guide for destination wedding season, so whether you're headed to an island somewhere, the city, or a quaint mountain town, you'll look stunning from head to toe.
First things first: check out the couple's website for the attire recommendation. If you're not immediately inspired, check with friends and family to see what they're wearing. Of course, keep on reading — shop our picks for the finest dresses, jumpsuits, shoes, and accessories to make this wedding season your most stylish one yet.
The City Wedding
City weddings: at museums, regal old banks, on rooftops, and on piers. They're as common as they are sartorially mystifying. If it's an afternoon affair, try this lovely back-bow midi dress ($77, originally $110) with an elegant shoulder-line and billowy skirt. Or for a more formal evening event, go bold with a silky jumpsuit ($395) paired with embellished heels ($995).
Need to meet somewhere in the middle? You can't go wrong with this feminine lace midi ($525), complete with a flattering shape and square neckline (perfect for a chunky necklace ($25, originally $50).
The Quaint Mountain Town Wedding
If you're going to be spending the wedding outdoors or in a beautiful barn in a quaint town, focus on florals, whether you go for a maxi or midi dress or even a jumpsuit. We love this long-sleeve number ($35, originally $70) for chillier evenings and this romantic little tie-front dress ($345) for daytime affairs. As for your feet, you'll want something a little more comfortable than a super-tall stiletto, which is why we recommend going with an espadrille ($625) for some height without compromising walking ability.
No matter what you wear, be sure to be prepared with a pair of sunglasses ($15, originally $40). They'll come in handy and be the envy of other guests who forgot that beautiful wedding weather means bright sunshine.
The Tropical Island Wedding
A wedding on a tropical isle means you get to wear your brightest, most vibrant colors and patterns. Keep things breezy and light with this pleated midi ($84, originally $140) in passion punch or go wild with this eye-catching off-the-shoulder dress ($528) with puff sleeves and hypnotic florals. Jewelry should be fun too: hoop earrings or a set of bangles ($20, originally $40). And for your dancing shoes: something strappy and playful, like these sandals ($400) set on a bamboo heel.
The City Hall Ball
Normally, City Hall weddings can be pretty casual. While you don't need to dress up, you'll certainly want to look nice, which is why we recommend a classic silk midi dress ($55, originally $110) that you might wear to work or out to dinner. Keep it simple (since you don't need to be the center of attention) and make sure accessories are minimal, like simple studs ($15, originally $30) for jewelry and a chic pair of sandals ($450) that you don't mind standing around in. Polished and professional is the name of the game at City Hall. Just don't forget the tissues.
