Celebrating a wedding is a truly special event. Whether you're attending as a close friend, family member, or a plus one, it's important that you feel comfortable and that you're dressed for the occasion! Wearing the right outfit will ensure you feel good as well as add to the magic of the couple's special day. Wedding season is exciting, however it can also be intimidating when you have more than one coming up. On the plus side outside of a few general guidelines, modern dress codes and standards for weddings are quite flexible. To help your shopping experience, we’ve compiled an ultimate guide below that offers outfit ideas for all types of weddings. Whether you’re attending a beach wedding in summer or a formal church wedding in autumn, you’ll be sure to find something that is perfect for you!
 

When that winter chill takes hold, your key to a successful wedding guest outfit is layers. Typically a winter wedding means wearing darker colours such as emerald green or navy. The cooler temperatures also create a desire for long sleeves and maxi lengths. During the cooler seasons don’t be afraid to go for a jumpsuit or fitted maxi dress. If you are choosing to layer your outfit opt for a tailored jacket or blazers to keep you warm. These days blazers come in a wide range of weights, fabrics and fits so there are plenty of options to choose from.
 

As the weather starts to warm up it’s time to turn up the print and the brightness. When shopping for a spring wedding guest outfit look for pieces that are made from lightweight and breathable fabrics, and pay special attention to colour and patterns. Spring is the perfect time to play with designs and shades outside of your comfort zone. Pastel shades and floral prints will always make us think of Spring, so when choosing what to wear you can’t go wrong with either. If you aren’t a dress or jumpsuit person mix it up with a two-piece set. Whether you opt for a skirt or pants, matching separates are a polished way to break from more expected wedding guest attire.
 

Summertime weddings call for lightweight fabrics and vibrant colours. Whether you opt for pink, citrus, blue or green we have plenty of eye-catching shades to choose from. Wear styles that allow for a bit of breeze and are lighter in fabric such as crepe, viscose or polyesters. While the rising temps may have you in a more laid-back state of mind, summer wedding attire still has a sense of formality. Key factors such as location, venue and dress code all indicate exactly what you should wear.
 

With Autumn leaves falling from the trees, this time of year is all about the warm, earthy tones. From gold to maroon, to burnt orange, there is plenty of inspiration surrounding us. Dressing for an Autumn wedding means that you can experiment with more silhouette’s, sleeves and accessories. Long dresses, full sleeves and floating skirts are all go-to’s for an Autumn wedding.
 

Whilst the beach can be considered a pretty casual location, we definitely do not suggest rocking up in shorts and a t-shirt (unless the invite says so). Instead, live out your bohemian beach dreams with a flowy midi dress. Go for lighter colours (avoiding black, cream and white) and breathable fabrics. To up the elegance, wear a fabric such as lace or satin. Since wearing stilettos are a hazard on the sand, wear chunky heels or formal sandals. Consider bringing a more dressy pair of heels to the reception if it’s not located on the beach. Since beaches tend to be windy places, a swept-up hairstyle might be ideal to keep your hair from blowing about and flying in your face. You’ll want to keep your makeup more natural during a formal beach wedding. You don’t want to sweat under layers of thick foundation and blush.
 

When deciding what to wear to a church wedding, be sure to take into consideration what the couple’s religious affiliation as well as the church where the ceremony will take place. Most church weddings fall under one of three categories: formal, semi-formal or dressy casual. Be sure to read through the invitation for the appropriate dress code this will assist you will limiting your outfit options. Opt for a sophisticated evening gown for a more formal church wedding, a classic cocktail dress for a semi-formal wedding and tailored dress with a matching jacket for a dressy-casual wedding. For this occasion it is not recommended to show too much skin so ensure to keep the hemline modest and keep any cleavage to a minimum. Some of our top picks can be seen down below. Stick to classic hairstyles and accessories and avoid extreme makeup looks.
 

Few events require as much glamming up as a black-tie wedding. Although evening gowns are a standard fare for black-tie weddings, you can get away with a formal cocktail dress or even an elegant jumpsuit. Opt for a sophisticated cocktail made from rich fabrics and fine details, pair it with sleek heels, glamorous jewellery and an elegant clutch. You can’t go wrong with diamond or pearl accessories. If you are wearing a more muted dress definitely choose statement piece jewellery to dress the outfit up. If you’re questioning whether or not your outfit is too formal, ask yourself one simple question Are you going to upstage the bride?
 

Although we’re all about wearing what makes you feel good, certain items definitely should not be worn at a wedding out of respect for the couple. The general wedding etiquette advice is that you:

• DON'T wear white
• DON'T wear thongs
• DON'T wear anything too bright, sparkly or sequined (depending on dress code)
• DON'T wear denim
• DONT wear shorts or t-shirts

If you were to wear these items you could unintentionally appear like you’re trying to ‘steal’ the spotlight or disregard the importance of the couple’s special day. As a guest you also want to avoid blending in with the wedding party. Try your best to get intel ahead of time about what shades and colours the bridal party will be wearing. After you’ve deciphered the wedding invitation and investigated the venue, bridal party and still don’t know what to wear or steer clear of, ask. You can ask the bride or the bridal party what she would like people to wear.