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What To Wear To A Wedding

Wedding season is almost here and there has never been a better time to embrace the joy of dressing up. Featuring expert advice from our editors, our guide will help you find the perfect look for every style of ceremony – from sleek city soirées to romantic outdoor vows and glamorous coastal celebrations

Words Colleen RossFashion editor Viktorija Tomasevic
Fashion

The ceremony-to-dance-floor dress

What better color to wear on a day celebrating love than red? Tove’s signature ‘Cordelia’ gown is cut on the bias from silk with a satin bodice and a flowing chiffon skirt that creates the most beautiful movement – perfect for when you hit the dance floor. Complement the arresting shade with muted accessories, such as Manolo Blahnik’s brown leather ‘Callasli’ sandals and The Row’s ‘Curved’ clutch, for a look that’s understated yet sure to turn heads. Alternatively, go for gold with Altuzarra’s metallic ‘Mitzi’ midi dress, which shimmers as it catches the light.

  • TOVE
    Cordelia silk-satin and -chiffon gown
    €2,035.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36 - low stock
    38
    40 - low stock
    42
    44
  • THE ROW
    Curved leather clutch
    €2,390.00
  • ALTUZARRA
    Mitzi metallic knitted turtleneck midi dress
    €1,255.00
    Select a Size
    x small - low stock
    small - low stock
    medium
    large - low stock
    x large - low stock
  • MANOLO BLAHNIK
    Callasli 90 leather slingback sandals
    €785.00
    Select a Size
    34
    34.5 - out of stock
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Destination weddings

A wedding by the sea encourages guests to reach for lighter pieces – think dresses in cool fabrics and summery prints. From the brand’s ‘Re-Edition’ collection, Dolce&Gabbana’s tiered midi dress is cut from lightweight cotton-poplin, decorated with romantic blooms, and has a 1950s-inspired shape. Wear yours with flat sandals to avoid any sinking-in-the-sand situations and Celine Eyewear’s hexagon-frame ‘Triomphe’ sunglasses, which will add an instant touch of retro glamour.

  • DOLCE&GABBANA
    Tiered floral-print cotton-poplin midi dress
    €1,950.00
    Select a Size
    36
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
    42
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  • YSSO
    Dionysus set of two gold-plated cuffs
    €715.00
  • ZIMMERMANN
    Daylight ruffled floral-print metallic fil coupé gauze jumpsuit
    €995.00
    Select a Size
    00 - low stock
    0 - low stock
    1 - low stock
    2
    3
  • CELINE EYEWEAR
    Triomphe hexagon-frame gold-tone sunglasses
    €450.00

Cocktail receptions

You really can’t go wrong with an LBD for a formal event – especially when it comes to a city wedding. Tom Ford’s polka-dot version is both elegant and alluring – it’s trimmed with delicate lace and has delicate straps framing the open back. Pair it with Toteme’s timeless ‘T-lock’ clutch and Gianvito Rossi’s suede ‘Portofino’ sandals from our NET SUSTAIN edit. Finish with a berry-stained lip and gold hoop earrings to complete a sophisticated evening ensemble.

  • TOM FORD
    Open-back lace-trimmed polka-dot silk-crepe maxi dress
    €5,890.00
    Select a Size
    36 - out of stock
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
    42 - low stock
    44
    46
  • TOTEME
    T-Lock leather clutch
    €890.00
  • SIMKHAI
    Irisa embellished lace midi dress
    €1,595.00
    Select a Size
    0
    2
    4
    6 - low stock
    8
  • GIANVITO ROSSI
    Portofino 70 suede sandals
    €790.00
    Select a Size
    34
    34.5 - out of stock
    35
    35.5
    36
    36.5
    37 - low stock
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    42 - low stock
Oversized tailoring is sophisticated yet relaxed – and undeniably cool

Tailoring

A tailored suit delivers easy sophistication with a touch of non-traditional irreverence that makes it undeniably cool. To avoid anything that looks too corporate, seek out slouchier shapes, lighter colors and contemporary details – Blazé Milano’s ‘Savannah Everyday’ blazer and pants both come in a pretty pastel-yellow shade that’s perfect for spring ceremonies. Finish with Khaite’s embellished snake-effect leather clutch and a diamond-encrusted aquamarine ring by Ileana Makri – the geometric shape is the perfect complement to a suit.

  • BLAZÉ MILANO
    Savannah Everyday double-breasted linen and silk-blend blazer
    €1,650.00
    Select a Size
    00 - low stock
    0
    1
    2
    3
    4 - low stock
  • ILEANA MAKRI
    Atlantis 18-karat white gold, aquamarine, blackened and white diamond ring
    €20,390.00
    Select a Size
    6
  • BLAZÉ MILANO
    Savannah pleated linen and silk-blend straight-leg pants
    €650.00
    Select a Size
    00 - low stock
    0
    1
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    4
  • KHAITE
    Embellished snake-effect leather clutch
    €2,670.00
City weddings often allow for a more laid-back, edgier approach

City-hall venues

City-hall ceremonies are an opportunity to embrace sleek separates, such as Jacquemus’s highlighter-yellow two-piece from the spring/summer ’26 runway – the flowing ‘Paysan’ mini dress and midi skirt both come in a voluminous shape that’s perfect for staying cool in warmer climes. Complement the sunny yellow shade with with Completedworks’ gold-plated resin earrings. Since the reception and after-party will likely be held elsewhere, a shoe comfortable enough to walk in from one venue to the next is a must, making Aeyde’s kitten-heeled ‘Abby’ mules a worthy investment.

  • JACQUEMUS
    Paysan oversized cotton-blend mini dress
    €590.00
    Select a Size
    1
    2
    3 - low stock
  • COMPLETEDWORKS
    Gold-plated and resin earrings
    €235.00
  • JACQUEMUS
    Paysan asymmetric cotton-blend crepon midi skirt
    €2,500.00
    Select a Size
    32 - low stock
    34
    36 - out of stock
  • AEYDE
    Abby metallic leather mules
    €345.00
    Select a Size
    35 - out of stock
    36
    36.5 - low stock
    37
    37.5 - low stock
    38
    38.5
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    40.5 - low stock
    41 - low stock
    41.5
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EXPLORE MORE DRESSES

16 items

  • VICTORIA BECKHAM
    Isabella ruched satin gown
    €1,150.00
    Select a Size
    4
    6
    8 - out of stock
    10 - out of stock
    12 - out of stock
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    16 - out of stock
  • SALONI
    Selma ruched ruffled polka-dot crepe de chine maxi dress
    €900.00
    Select a Size
    4 - out of stock
    6 - out of stock
    8 - out of stock
    10 - low stock
    12 - low stock
    14
    16 - out of stock
  • VICTORIA BECKHAM
    Asymmetric gathered satin-jersey dress
    €1,150.00
    Select a Size
    4
    6
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  • ALAÏA
    Open-back asymmetric ribbed jersey maxi dress
    €2,300.00
    Select a Size
    34
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    42

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