Destination Weddings Are A Perfect Excuse To Expand Your Wardrobe, So Here’s Exactly What To Wear If You Make The Guest List
While there are a lot of people who roll their eyes and sigh when they hear the words “destination wedding,” others can’t wait until they get to attend a fun wedding in a different spot in the world.
If you’ve been invited to a destination wedding and aren’t thrilled about it, try and look on the bright side instead! Yes, destination weddings can be expensive and take a lot of time out of your schedule, but they can also be a lot of fun.
Another silver lining about destination weddings is that they are a great excuse to put together a killer wedding look.
If you’re on the guest list for a destination wedding, here is a guide for what to pack and wear on the big day!
First things first, without worrying about the specifics of the venue, check to see if the wedding invitation or the bride and groom have laid out a dress code.
Most destination weddings are in beachy, warm, and more casual settings, but you can never know for sure what your hosts will want you to wear.
If it is a casual or semi-casual wedding on a beach, it’s time to look at maxi dresses, midi sundresses, and anything flowy. If the event is semi-formal or calls for cocktail attire, steer towards dresses or jumpsuits that are a bit more dressy but still comfortable.
If the destination wedding does call for black tie attire, it’s likely because it’ll be in a beautiful church or historical venue. In that case, wear what you would traditionally wear to a black tie event, like a nice evening gown or dressy pantsuit.
Regarding accessories, those definitely change based on the location and vibe.
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For instance, a beach wedding will require you to pull out all of your summer accessories, even if it isn’t summer at home yet. Think strappy shoes, and anything espadrille from sandals to bags.
Another important tip for beach weddings is to forget high heels. Opt for short wedges, flats, and sandals instead. The last thing you want to do is roll your ankle while trying to walk in the sand in high heels.
If you’re going for something semi-formal, embrace some pretty minimalist jewelry and small bags like clutches. You only need to bring out extravagant, costume-esque jewelry and your nicest pair of heels if the wedding is black-tie.
The main lesson to take away here is that most of the time, destination weddings take place in beachy locations that are more laid back, so you can mostly focus on dressing up your summer clothes.
However, it’s important to be prepared for any and all destination wedding scenarios.
Worse comes to worse; if you’re still feeling unprepared, get in touch with the bride or her maid of honor, and they’ll help you out!
When planning a destination wedding far from home, the bride and groom should be prepared for questions.
Hopefully, this helps you if you’re trying to prepare for a destination wedding. Although they can be a lot of work to plan and attend, remember to have fun and take advantage of being somewhere new. Enjoy!
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