25 Winter Wedding Guest Outfits, From Velvet Dresses To Long-Sleeve Jumpsuits
While you may be in the midst of celebrating fall weddings, it’s time to start accepting more invites — and planning your winter wedding guest outfits. Whether you’re looking for a new party dress or are partial to pants, we’re here to help you get the ball rolling on your search for what to wear to a winter wedding. From black-tie dress codes to casual nuptials, you might consider wearing festive velvet dresses or even a long-sleeve jumpsuits. (Though, there’s always room for a good cocktail dress...) These end-of-year parties are a chance to play around with seasonal colors and dazzling fabrics, which can then be worn during the holidays. We’ve rounded up 25 winter wedding guest outfit ideas for every dress code, budget, and personal style. Ahead, find the best cool-weather dresses, jumpsuits, and pantsuits from reader-favorite retailers like Reformation, Anthropologie, Zara, and more that’ll get you on the best-dressed list.All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.Black-tie Wedding Guest DressesYour upcoming formal winter weddings will likely require black-tie dress, which should probably be floor-length but certainly doesn’t have to be black. For the colder months, look out for long-sleeve gowns in luxe velvets or weightier sequins in rich jewel tones. Once you find your perfect dress, throw on a faux fur shawl, slip into comfortable heels, and swipe on burgundy lipstick to complete your ensemble.Shop RixoRIXO Emory Embroidered Velvet Gown, $, available at RixoShow Me Your Mumu Greta DressShop Show Me Your MumuShow Me Your Mumu Greta Dress, $, available at Show Me Your MumuMichael Costello x Revolve Loren GownShop RevolveMichael Costello x revolve Loren Gown, $, available at RevolveClub L London Satin Feather Trim Maxi DressShop Club L LondonClub L London Satin Feather Trim Maxi Dress, $, available at Club L LondonEloquii Paillette Sequin Maxi DressShop EloquiiEloquii Paillette Sequin Maxi Dress, $, available at EloquiiCocktail Wedding Guest DressesCocktail attire is one of the most popular special-occasion dress codes, offering a balance between formal and casual and allowing you (and the party) to effortlessly move from day to night. This opens you up to more silhouettes, hemline lengths, and fabrics. For the winter, we recommend midi dresses with delicate lace and mesh trims or elevated pearl and crystal embellishments. Shop ReformationReformation Plus Stasia Silk Dress, $, available at ReformationBardot Liyana Ruched Mesh DressShop RevolveBardot Liyana Ruched Mesh Dress, $, available at RevolveAtsu Crystal-Embellished Bow Mini DressShop AnthropologieAtsu Crystal-Embellished Bow Mini Dress, $, available at AnthropologieNever Fully Dressed Sequin Jem DressShop Never Fully DressedNever Fully Dressed Sequin Jem Dress, $, available at Never Fully DressedLulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi DressShop LulusLulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi Dress, $, available at LulusCasual Wedding Guest DressesFor winter weddings with outdoor ceremonies and cocktail hours or with more casual, cozy vibes, keep your comfort (and warmth) top of mind. Slip into long-sleeve mini and midi dresses with matching scarves or velvet maxis, and pair them with sheer black tights and a pair of booties or closed-toe pumps.Shop Free PeopleNigel Preston Velvet Maxi Dress, $, available at Free PeopleGood American Velvet Blazer Mini DressShop Good AmericanGood American Velvet Blazer Mini Dress, $, available at Good AmericanPomander Place Green Jacquard Samantha DressShop TuckernuckPomander Place Green Jacquard Samantha Dress, $, available at TuckernuckPetal & Pup Francesca Floral Midi Dress & ScarfShop Petal & PupPetal & Pup Francesca Floral Midi Dress & Scarf, $, available at Petal & PupSelkie The London DressShop RevolveSelkie The London Dress, $, available at RevolveWedding Guest JumpsuitsWe love the idea of a jumpsuit for a winter wedding, because, let’s be honest: We don’t really want our legs exposed to the frigid winter air. To keep warm and comfortable while looking stylish, seek out long-sleeve and high-neck silhouettes in rich velvets and luxe jersey knits. Keep it sleek and chic with a versatile black jumpsuit ,or test out trendy burgundy, navy blue, or metallic silver styles. Shop City ChicCity Chic Plus Lana Jumpsuit, $, available at City ChicAbercrombie & Fitch High-Neck Draped JumpsuitShop Abercrombie & FitchSkims High-Neck Draped Jumpsuit, $, available at SkimsTopshop Midi Jacquard Jumpsuit With LaceShop AsosTopshop Midi Jacquard Jumpsuit With Lace, $, available at ASOSBar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder JumpsuitShop Macy’sBar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder Jumpsuit, $, available at Macy'sRamy Brook Gabriel Velvet Plunging JumpsuitShop Ramy BrookRamy Brook Gabriel Velvet Plunging Jumpsuit, $, available at Ramy
Whether you’re looking for a new party dress or are partial to pants, we’re here to help you get the ball rolling on your search for what to wear to a winter wedding. From black-tie dress codes to casual nuptials, you might consider wearing festive velvet dresses or even a long-sleeve jumpsuits. (Though, there’s always room for a good cocktail dress...) These end-of-year parties are a chance to play around with seasonal colors and dazzling fabrics, which can then be worn during the holidays.
We’ve rounded up 25 winter wedding guest outfit ideas for every dress code, budget, and personal style. Ahead, find the best cool-weather dresses, jumpsuits, and pantsuits from reader-favorite retailers like Reformation, Anthropologie, Zara, and more that’ll get you on the best-dressed list.
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