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Photo by Chris & Ruth Photography
The destination wedding is back in a big way, with couples looking to jet to worldly locales for their celebrations. And if you’ve been invited to join one, congratulations! It's truly one of the most fun experiences to dress for and attend.
When it comes to picking the perfect party outfit, there are more than a few things to keep top of mind before packing your suitcase. “The top considerations for dressing for a destination wedding are the location, the weather, the venue of the event, time of day, and season,” says Tiffany Moss, resort wedding manager at Atlantis Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas. “Warmer climates can be challenging to dress for because the days are very hot and can be humid, while evenings can be cooler and you will need a light coverup.”
Moss reports that during her 10 years of experience, she has noticed that guests attending destination weddings love to have fun with their looks. “There is an opportunity to show off your creativity and unique style with a destination wedding,” she says. “In addition to the wedding day, there are often multi-events happening as part of the celebration—a welcome reception, rehearsal dinner, and a farewell brunch—which means you can curate a whole wardrobe of amazing looks from casual to formal.”
To help you travel in style, we found 20 amazing wedding guest looks to wear for every breezy, beautiful destination wedding event.
Best Two-Piece
Lulu’s Top Tier Babe Blue Floral Midi Dress
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Courtesy of Lulus
Runs: True to Size | Size: XS-XL | Materials: Rayon | Length: Midi
This dainty floral midi dress is the perfect choice for a tropical garden wedding, or the day-after wedding brunch. Separates are also a sustainable choice, as you can incorporate the top and skirt into your everyday wardrobe.
Price at time of publish: $78
Best Jumpsuit
Bronx and Banco Hanna Jumpsuit
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Courtesy of Revolve
Runs: True to Size | Size: XS-XL | Materials: Silk | Length: Floor
Forever one of our favorite looks for wedding guests, a jumpsuit always looks polished and elegant. This yellow floral style is made for dancing under a star-lit tropical sky.
Price at time of publish: $750
Best LBD
ASOS Design Peekaboo Shoulder Tuck Midi Pencil Dress
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Courtesy of ASOS
Runs: True to size | Size: 0-8 | Materials: Polyester | Length: Knee
A sleek black dress always delivers, and this pencil skirt number is great for a formal evening celebration. Bonus points for the draped bodice and the cold one-shoulder design.
Most Colorful
Farm Rio One-Shoulder Fringed Printed Voile Midi Dress
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Courtesy of Farm Rio
Runs: True to size | Size: XS-XL | Materials: Viscose | Length: Midi
Rainbow brights are currently a huge fashion trend and if you're looking for a tropical-inspired dress that packs a color punch, this one’s for you. The printed Macaw parrots and tropical foliage, paired with a fringe sleeve and hemline, make for an unforgettable destination ensemble.
Most Fashion-Forward
Tory Burch Crepe Long Dress
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Courtesy of Tory Burch
Runs: True to Size | Size: 0-14 | Materials: Crepe | Length: Floor
This structured gown is a fashion-forward choice for weddings at any locale. We love the modern silhouette of the dolman sleeves, the flattering hourglass shape, and the muted yellow hue.
Price at time of publish: $2,498
For Beach Nuptials
Rujuta Sheth Kaftan
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Courtesy of Anthropologie
Runs: Large | Size: One Size | Materials: Viscose | Length: Ankle
We truly love caftans as they're comfortable, cool, and ever so stylish. Accessorize this look with tassel earrings and gladiator sandals, for a boho-beautiful style made to be seen on a pink sand beach.
Price at time of publish: $198
Best Strapless
Lulus Make A Move Black Satin Floral Jacquard Strapless Midi Dress
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Lulus
Runs: True to size | Size: XS-XL | Materials: Woven satin | Length: Midi
This strapless dress is not only super-cute, but also incredibly cool thanks to its metallic floral brocade design. It's a piece you can wear to a formal, semi-formal, or cocktail attire wedding.
Price at time of publish: $82
Best Animal Print
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard-Print Dress
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Courtesy of Net-a-Porter
Runs: True to size | Size: IT36-IT50 | Materials: Silk-blend charmeuse | Length: Knee
Spotted on Khloe Kardashian for her sister's recent Italian wedding, this Dolce & Gabbana leopard print dress is a piece you will absolutely have fun wearing. Make this look extra glam by adding gold hoops, bangles, and layered pendants.
Price at time of publish: $2,195
Best Empire Waist
Tanya Taylor Marisa Dress
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Courtesy of Tanya Taylor
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Courtesy of Tanya Taylor
Runs: True to size | Size: 0-22 | Materials: Polyester | Length: Mini
This fit and flare mini dress has so many features to love, like the delicate blossom pattern, off-the-shoulder neckline, shoulder ties, and a wonderfully inclusive size range.
Price at time of publish: $545
Perfect Slip Dress
Reformation Marguerite Silk Dress
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Courtesy of Reformation
Runs: True to size | Size: 0-12 | Materials: Silk | Length: Midi
This fitted slip dress might be our top choice for destination wedding events. We love the sexy silhouette, side slit, and faux wrap skirt.
Price at time of publish: $298
Best Ruffles
ASOS Edition Floral Midi Cami Dress
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Courtesy of ASOS
Runs: True to size | Size: 0-14 | Materials: Polyester | Length: Midi
This dress is a beautiful example of the lingerie-inspired vibe seen on many fashion runways. The butter yellow color is also on point, a must-have shade of the season.
Price at time of publish: $260
For a Formal Wedding
Mac Duggal Ruffle Tiered Floral Cut-Out Chiffon Gown
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Courtesy of Mac Duggal
Runs: True to size | Size: 0-12 | Materials: Chiffon | Length: Floor
If you're planning to attend a formal destination wedding, we absolutely recommend this super-chic choice. The dramatic ruffle shoulders will make for an incredible photo moment, to boot.
Price at time of publish: $598
Best Ruching
V. Chapman The Lily Dress
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Courtesy of V. Chapman
Runs: True to size | Size: 00-14 | Materials: Polyester | Length: Midi
This frilly, peony pink dress is perfect for an intimate brunch wedding. Because it’s made with just a touch of stretch, it fits like a glove and is a great choice if you have curves.
Price at time of publish: $365
Meet the Expert
In her role as Resort Weddings Manager at Atlantis Paradise Island, Tiffany Moss works with couples from around the world to help execute their perfect destination wedding.
What to Look for in Destination Wedding Guest Attire
When searching for a destination wedding look, aside from the dress code and locale, you should pay close attention to the fabric composition of your clothes. The outfit(s) you choose to travel with should be crafted from materials that do not easily wrinkle when packed. For example, linen is a great warm-weather choice because it’s cool, but it's also famous for creasing; similar to wool and silk which can be challenging in the heat. However, cotton blends are a great choice, while rayon and viscose also travel well. Bottom line, it may take some time to find styles that are just right for your destination, so start shopping early!
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