Is it just me or does it feel like you receive another wedding invitation in the mail every week? Thankfully, I love weddings, but they involve a bit of planning. How will I get there? Where will I stay? What will I get the happy couple as a gift? And, my favourite thing; what will I wear? Over the years, I’ve assembled quite the collection of wedding guest dresses , however, upon raking my rails for a dress for a wedding I have in late October, I soon realised that my current wedding guest-dress selection very summery. I’ve been to two autumn weddings in my time, but I was a bridesmaid with a dress provided to me at both, so I’ve never had to find myself a seasonally-appropriate outfit for an autumn wedding.
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve genuinely spent hours hunting down the coolest, most appropriate autumn-ready wedding guest dresses around, not just for myself, but to serve anyone else who might be in the market for such an item. Longer sleeves feature on many of these frocks, of course, and hemlines remain generally in the midi-length area. That said, these dresses are meant to last, so expect to keep wearing them over the festive period, next year’s wedding season and years to come after. Also, bonus tip for 2023’s nuptials: If you buy your outfit now, chances are by the time the wedding comes around, no one else will be wearing the same thing as you. So, scroll on to see the most beautiful autumn wedding guest dresses I can find.
A gorgeous option at an unbelievable price.
This is incredible! Plus, it comes in a diverse array of sizes.
If you get the chance to wear feathers, take it.
Yes, you can wear red to a wedding, especially when it looks this elegant.
Just look at those sleeves.
This champagne colour feels very fitting for celebrations.
Why blend in when you can stand out?
Such beautiful, moody blooms.
Simple but so effective.
Such a great silhouette.
If you told me this was three times the price, I’d believe you.
This chic dress comes in so many heavenly colours.
This striking dress comes in sizes 6 to 26.
Just look at those sleeves.
From the draping to the asymmetric hem, this dress is heaven.
If you’re into minimalism, this one’s for you.
Just add rhinestone-drop earrings.
Show me a sleeker silhouette.
Wear with strapless, or as a bustier.
The colours in this printed midi are perfect for autumn nuptials.
The pleating, colour and gradient make this dress so unique. So special.
My dream wedding guest dress.
If you’re invited to a black-tie wedding, don’t waste the opportunity to wear something truly special.
I’m always drawn to Bec & Bridge’s pared-back designs.
This dress calls for an updo.
The sash belt caught my eye.
No wedding-guest dress round-up would be complete without a Taller Marmo feathered creation.
Pair back accessorising, the dress deserves centre stage.
Norma Kamali knows all about great dresses .
The draping combined with the colour makes this dress look so high-end.
If minimal is what you seek, Massimo Dutti has got you with this slip.
This piece was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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