When you are planning your outfit for a special occasion such as a family wedding, it can be difficult to find a balance between a glamorous piece suitable for a lively evening reception and a subtle, classy outfit suitable for a formal ceremony. As we all know, there are certain rules that apply when planning your wedding guest outfit. For ladies, it is important to ensure that you are not displaying too much skin for the ceremony, particularly for a service taking place in a church or other religious building, and to make sure that your outfit fits correctly and comfortably as it is very likely that you will be wearing it all day and night. For most women, the thought of turning up to a wedding and finding another guest wearing the same outfit as you is a nightmare, the best way to avoid this ultimate disaster is to steer clear of 'off the rack' designs and dig out your sewing machine. With our selection of beautiful Dress Fabrics you can create a truly unique piece which will stand out in any crowd.
[caption id="attachment_9404" align="alignleft" width="225"] Katherine Kelly looked beautifully elegant in a stunning peach chiffon piece at the royal wedding back in 2011.[/caption]
For summer wedding guests many opt for vibrant colours and bold prints created from Dress Fabrics with a gorgeous drape and movement such as cationic chiffon. This two-tone, iridescent Dress Fabric is designed to mimic the look and feel of real silk and is available in many striking shades including pink and orange. Lace Dress Fabrics are also a popular choice with wedding guests and are often used as an overlay alongside a number of other Dress Fabrics including satin and taffeta. For added elegance, choose simple silhouettes dressed up with accessories, a pair of killer heels and a statement head piece such as a hat or fascinator. Although every wedding guest should ensure they steer clear from turning up to a wedding ceremony dressed head to toe in a white, floaty dress, this does not mean that the colour cannot feature in your outfit at all. Over the past few years, the monochrome trend has increased in popularity and is a popular choice for wedding guests whatever the season. Monochrome is the ideal choice for any celebration whether a formal ceremony, a city chic celebration or a relaxed summer event as it is easily adaptable and flattering on most body shapes.
For wedding guests who are invited to the evening celebrations only, less rules apply when it comes to your attire however that does not mean that you can let your fashion guard completely down. Remember that you are still likely to feature in many of the official photographs so overly casual attire such as jeans are not normally acceptable, however, it is still possible to wear something less formal that you would for a daytime ceremony. For summer weddings, printed dresses paired with a simple blazer and a pair of statement wedges are ideal. For winter celebrations a beautiful pair of tailored trousers with a feminine blouse made from elegant, feminine Dress Fabrics such as chiffon and for an added point of interest choose printed chiffon fabrics.