The Best Winter Wedding Guest Outfits — Including Dresses, Jumpsuits & Pants

It’s time to get on top of planning your wedding guest outfits for cool-weather nuptials, happening from now until the spring equinox on March 20.  Whether you’re looking for a new party dress or are partial to formal pants, we’re here to help you get the ball rolling on your search for what to wear to winter weddings. These festivities are a chance to play around with seasonal colors and dazzling fabrics — think velvet dresses, special-occasion jumpsuits, and sequin numbers that can go from day to night.We’ve rounded up 25 winter wedding guest outfit ideas for every dress code, budget, and personal style. We’ve got cold-weather dresses, jumpsuits, and pantsuits from reader-favorite retailers like Free People, Reformation, Abercrombie & Fitch, and more that’ll get you on the best-dressed list for every party.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.Wedding Guest Pant Suits & SetsPantsuits for wedding guests are chicer than ever, so we want to put these matching separates on your radar. There are velvet, metallic, floral, and striped sets that can be worn on their own with a statement necklace or with a blouse or vest underneath. When the party’s over, rewear the blazers, tops, and trousers together or separately, for other winter festivities and office days alike.ASOS DESIGN Crinkle Velvet Blazer, $, available at ASOSASOS DESIGN Tailored Crinkle Velvet Pants, $, available at ASOSDamson Madder Stripe Harriet Blouse & Rafe TrousersDamson Madder Stripe Harriet Blouse, $, available at Damson MadderDamson Madder Stripe Rafe Trousers, $, available at Damson MadderMango Structured Velvet Jacket & Suit Trousers with Satin DetailsMango Structured Velvet Jacket, $, available at MangoMango Suit Trousers with Satin Details, $, available at MangoWildfang Empower Tux Blazer & Empower Trouser PantWildfang Empower Tux Blazer, $, available at Urban OutfittersWildfang Empower Trouser Pant, $, available at Urban OutfittersZara Peplum Blazer & Double Pleat PantsZara Peplum Blazer, $, available at ZaraZara Double Pleat Pants, $, available at ZaraWedding 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 air. To stay warm and comfortable while looking stylish, seek out long-sleeved, high-neck silhouettes in rich velvets and luxe jersey knits. Keep it sleek in black, or test out emerald green, navy blue, or metallic silver.Old Navy Fit & Flare Velvet Jumpsuit, $, available at Old NavyCity Chic Attract JumpsuitCity Chic Attract Jumpsuit, $, available at City ChicFarm Rio Long Sleeve Knot JumpsuitFarm Rio Long Sleeve Knot Jumpsuit, $, available at Farm RioBar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder JumpsuitBar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder Jumpsuit, $, available at Macy'sAbercrombie & Fitch Contrast Strapless JumpsuitAbercrombie & Fitch Contrast Strapless Jumpsuit, $, available at Abercrombie & FitchBlack-tie Wedding Guest DressesFormal weddings likely require black-tie dresses, which should probably be floor-length but certainly don’t have to be black. Look out for rich jewel tones in satin or iridescent fabrics. We’re eyeing winter ruffles for extra dimension and drama. Throw on a faux-fur coat, slip into comfortable heels, and swipe on burgundy lipstick to complete your ensemble.Eloquii Dramatic Ruffle Gown, $, available at EloquiiStaud Calluna Iridescent DressStaud Calluna Iridescent Dress, $, available at StaudMichael Costello x Revolve Loren GownMichael Costello x revolve Loren Gown, $, available at RevolveShow Me Your Mumu Greta DressShow Me Your Mumu Greta Dress, $, available at Show Me Your MumuHouse of Harlow 1960 x Revolve Astra GownHouse of Harlow 1960 x Revolve Astra Gown, $, available at RevolveCocktail Wedding Guest DressesCocktail attire is one of the most popular special-occasion dress codes. Somewhere in between formal and casual, it allows you (and the party) to move from day to night, and it 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 bows and pearl embellishments.V. Chapman Vera Ruffle-Strap Corset Side-Slit Midi Dress, $, available at AnthropologieReformation Plus Stasia Silk DressReformation Plus Stasia Silk Dress, $, available at ReformationElliatt Vida Off-The-Shoulder Long Sleeve Cocktail MinidressELLIATT Vida Off The Shoulder Long Sleeve Cocktail Minidress, $, available at NordstromNever Fully Dressed Lace May DressNever Fully Dressed Lace May Dress, $, available at Never Fully DressedLulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi DressLulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi Dress, $, available at LulusCasual Wedding Guest DressesFor winter weddings with outdoor ceremonies or restaurant receptions with casual, cozy

The Best Winter Wedding Guest Outfits — Including Dresses, Jumpsuits & Pants
It’s time to get on top of planning your wedding guest outfits for cool-weather nuptials, happening from now until the spring equinox on March 20.  

Whether you’re looking for a new party dress or are partial to formal pants, we’re here to help you get the ball rolling on your search for what to wear to winter weddings. These festivities are a chance to play around with seasonal colors and dazzling fabrics — think velvet dresses, special-occasion jumpsuits, and sequin numbers that can go from day to night.

We’ve rounded up 25 winter wedding guest outfit ideas for every dress code, budget, and personal style. We’ve got cold-weather dresses, jumpsuits, and pantsuits from reader-favorite retailers like Free People, Reformation, Abercrombie & Fitch, and more that’ll get you on the best-dressed list for every party.

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.

Wedding Guest Pant Suits & Sets


Pantsuits for wedding guests are chicer than ever, so we want to put these matching separates on your radar. There are velvet, metallic, floral, and striped sets that can be worn on their own with a statement necklace or with a blouse or vest underneath. When the party’s over, rewear the blazers, tops, and trousers together or separately, for other winter festivities and office days alike.

ASOS DESIGN Crinkle Velvet Blazer, $, available at ASOS

ASOS DESIGN Tailored Crinkle Velvet Pants, $, available at ASOS

Damson Madder Stripe Harriet Blouse & Rafe Trousers




Damson Madder Stripe Harriet Blouse, $, available at Damson Madder

Damson Madder Stripe Rafe Trousers, $, available at Damson Madder

Mango Structured Velvet Jacket & Suit Trousers with Satin Details



Mango Structured Velvet Jacket, $, available at Mango

Mango Suit Trousers with Satin Details, $, available at Mango

Wildfang Empower Tux Blazer & Empower Trouser Pant



Wildfang Empower Tux Blazer, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Wildfang Empower Trouser Pant, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Zara Peplum Blazer & Double Pleat Pants



Zara Peplum Blazer, $, available at Zara

Zara Double Pleat Pants, $, available at Zara

Wedding Guest Jumpsuits


We 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 air. To stay warm and comfortable while looking stylish, seek out long-sleeved, high-neck silhouettes in rich velvets and luxe jersey knits. Keep it sleek in black, or test out emerald green, navy blue, or metallic silver.

Old Navy Fit & Flare Velvet Jumpsuit, $, available at Old Navy

City Chic Attract Jumpsuit



City Chic Attract Jumpsuit, $, available at City Chic

Farm Rio Long Sleeve Knot Jumpsuit



Farm Rio Long Sleeve Knot Jumpsuit, $, available at Farm Rio

Bar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder Jumpsuit




Bar III Plus Size Metallic Jersey One-Shoulder Jumpsuit, $, available at Macy's

Abercrombie & Fitch Contrast Strapless Jumpsuit




Abercrombie & Fitch Contrast Strapless Jumpsuit, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

Black-tie Wedding Guest Dresses


Formal weddings likely require black-tie dresses, which should probably be floor-length but certainly don’t have to be black. Look out for rich jewel tones in satin or iridescent fabrics. We’re eyeing winter ruffles for extra dimension and drama. Throw on a faux-fur coat, slip into comfortable heels, and swipe on burgundy lipstick to complete your ensemble.

Eloquii Dramatic Ruffle Gown, $, available at Eloquii

Staud Calluna Iridescent Dress




Staud Calluna Iridescent Dress, $, available at Staud

Michael Costello x Revolve Loren Gown




Michael Costello x revolve Loren Gown, $, available at Revolve

Show Me Your Mumu Greta Dress




Show Me Your Mumu Greta Dress, $, available at Show Me Your Mumu

House of Harlow 1960 x Revolve Astra Gown




House of Harlow 1960 x Revolve Astra Gown, $, available at Revolve

Cocktail Wedding Guest Dresses


Cocktail attire is one of the most popular special-occasion dress codes. Somewhere in between formal and casual, it allows you (and the party) to move from day to night, and it 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 bows and pearl embellishments.

V. Chapman Vera Ruffle-Strap Corset Side-Slit Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Reformation Plus Stasia Silk Dress



Reformation Plus Stasia Silk Dress, $, available at Reformation

Elliatt Vida Off-The-Shoulder Long Sleeve Cocktail Minidress



ELLIATT Vida Off The Shoulder Long Sleeve Cocktail Minidress, $, available at Nordstrom

Never Fully Dressed Lace May Dress



Never Fully Dressed Lace May Dress, $, available at Never Fully Dressed

Lulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi Dress




Lulus Mesh Pearl One-Shoulder Midi Dress, $, available at Lulus

Casual Wedding Guest Dresses


For winter weddings with outdoor ceremonies or restaurant receptions with casual, cozy vibes, keep your comfort (and warmth) top of mind. Slip into a long-sleeve mini or midi dress, paired with sheer black tights and a pair of booties or closed-toe pumps. (You also can’t go wrong with a velvet maxi.) And don’t be afraid of prints — play with plaids and dark florals.

Free People Midnight Magic Mini Dress, $, available at Free People

Good American Velvet Fit For Success Maxi Dress





Good American Velvet Fit For Success Maxi Dress, $, available at Good American

Madewell V-Neck Cuff-Sleeve Maxi Dress




Madewell V-Neck Cuff-Sleeve Maxi Dress, $, available at Madewell

Selkie The London Dress




Selkie The London Dress, $, available at Revolve

Quince 100% Washable Silk Strapless Midi Dress



Quince 100% Washable Silk Strapless Midi Dress, $, available at Quince

Casual Wedding Guest Dresses


For winter weddings with outdoor ceremonies or restaurant receptions with casual, cozy vibes, keep your comfort (and warmth) top of mind. Slip into long-sleeve mini or midi dresses, and pair them with sheer black tights and a pair of booties or closed-toe pumps. (You also can’t go wrong with a velvet maxi.) And don’t be afraid of prints — play with festive plaids and winter florals.

Shop Free People

Free People Farrier Velvet Mini Dress, $, available at Free People

Petal & Pup Ginnee Puff Sleeve Cutout Midi Dress


Shop Petal & Pup

Petal & Pup Ginnee Puff Sleeve Cutout Midi Dress, $, available at Petal & Pup

Never Fully Dressed Charcoal Clara Dress


Shop Never Fully Dressed

Never Fully Dressed Charcoal Clara Dress, $, available at Never Fully Dressed

Lisa Says Gah Meg Dress


Shop Lisa Says Gah

Lisa Says Gah Meg Dress, $, available at Lisa Says Gah

Wedding Guest Jumpsuits


We 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 stay warm and comfortable while looking stylish, seek out long-sleeved, high-neck silhouettes in rich velvets and luxe jersey knits. Keep it sleek in black, or test out trendy burgundy, navy blue, or metallic silver styles.

Shop City Chic

City Chic Plus Lana Jumpsuit, $, available at City Chic

Topshop Midi Jacquard Jumpsuit With Lace


Shop Asos

Topshop Midi Jacquard Jumpsuit With Lace, $, available at ASOS

Wedding Guest Pant Suits & Sets


These days, pantsuits for wedding guests are chicer than ever before, so we want to put these matching separates on your radar. Be playful with metallic, floral, or striped sets that can be worn on their own with a statement necklace, or with a blouse or vest underneath. When the party’s over, rewear the blazers, tops, and trousers together or separately for winter festivities and office days alike.

Shop Zara

Zara Wrinkle Look Sparkle Blazer, $, available at Zara

Zara Wrinkled Effect Shiny Pants, $, available at Zara

Asos Luxe Curve Tailored Suit Blazer & Flared Pants with Diamante Fringing


Shop Asos

ASOS LUXE Curve Tailored Suit Blazer with Diamante Fringing, $, available at ASOS

ASOS LUXE Curve Flared Pants with Diamante Fringing, $, available at ASOS

Veronica Beard Long and Lean Dickey Jacket & Lebone Pant


Shop Veronica Beard

Veronica Beard Long and Lean Dickey Jacket, $, available at Veronica Beard

Veronica Beard Lebone Pant, $, available at Veronica Beard

Black-tie Wedding Guest Dresses


Formal winter weddings likely require black-tie dresses, which should probably be floor-length but certainly don’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. Then throw on a faux fur shawl, slip into comfortable heels, and swipe on burgundy lipstick to complete your ensemble.

Shop Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren Velvet Scoopneck Tank Dress, $, available at Ralph Lauren

Club L London Satin Feather Trim Maxi Dress


Shop Club L London

Club L London Satin Feather Trim Maxi Dress, $, available at Club L London

Eloquii Paillette Sequin Maxi Dress


Shop Eloquii

Eloquii Paillette Sequin Maxi Dress, $, available at Eloquii

Bardot Liyana Ruched Mesh Dress


Shop Revolve

Bardot Liyana Ruched Mesh Dress, $, available at Revolve

Corey Lynn Calter Valentina Sleeveless Midi Dress


Shop Anthropologie

Corey Lynn Calter Valentina Sleeveless Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Never Fully Dressed Sequin Jem Dress


Shop Never Fully Dressed

Never Fully Dressed Sequin Jem Dress, $, available at Never Fully Dressed

Casual Wedding Guest Dresses


For winter weddings with outdoor ceremonies or restaurant receptions with casual, cozy vibes, keep your comfort (and warmth) top of mind. Slip into long-sleeve mini or midi dresses, and pair them with sheer black tights and a pair of booties or closed-toe pumps. (You also can’t go wrong with a velvet maxi.) And don’t be afraid of prints — play with festive plaids and winter florals.

Shop Free People

Free People Nightingale Plaid Midi Dress, $, available at Free People

Ramy Brook Gabriel Velvet Plunging Jumpsuit


Shop Ramy Brook

Ramy Brook Gabriel Velvet Plunging Jumpsuit, $, available at Ramy Brook

Ann Taylor The Greenwich Blazer & Perfect Wide-Leg Pant


Shop Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor The Greenwich Blazer, $, available at Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor The Perfect Wide-Leg Pant, $, available at Ann Taylor

Farm Rio Night Jungle Blazer & Night Jungle Flare Pants


Shop Farm Rio

Farm Rio Navy Blue Night Jungle Blazer, $, available at Farm Rio

Farm Rio Navy Blue Night Jungle Flare Pants, $, available at Farm Rio

Mango Cropped Velvet Vest & Velvet Wideleg Pants


Shop Mango

Mango Cropped Velvet Vest, $, available at Mango

Mango Velvet Wideleg Pants, $, available at Mango

Black-tie Wedding Guest Dresses


Your 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 Rixo

RIXO Emory Embroidered Velvet Gown, $, available at Rixo

Atsu Crystal-Embellished Bow Mini Dress


Shop Anthropologie

Atsu Crystal-Embellished Bow Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie

Casual Wedding Guest Dresses


For 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 People

Nigel Preston Velvet Maxi Dress, $, available at Free People

Good American Velvet Blazer Mini Dress


Shop Good American

Good American Velvet Blazer Mini Dress, $, available at Good American

Pomander Place Green Jacquard Samantha Dress


Shop Tuckernuck

Pomander Place Green Jacquard Samantha Dress, $, available at Tuckernuck

Petal & Pup Francesca Floral Midi Dress & Scarf


Shop Petal & Pup

Petal & Pup Francesca Floral Midi Dress & Scarf, $, available at Petal & Pup

Abercrombie & Fitch High-Neck Draped Jumpsuit


Shop Abercrombie & Fitch

Skims High-Neck Draped Jumpsuit, $, available at Skims

Ann Taylor Belted Shawl-Collar Blazer & Straight Leg Pant


Shop Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor The Belted Shawl-Collar Blazer in Fluid Crepe, $, available at Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor The Straight Leg Pant in Fluid Crepe, $, available at Ann Taylor

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