Spring invitations
Going to a spring wedding? Grace Cahill has just the thing to wear — no matter where the party is...
PERHAPS it’s thanks to the looming nuptials of a Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, but it seems like wedding season is kicking off a little earlier this year.
And while it’s very exciting to receive that pretty pastel invite in the post, dressing for a wedding (especially when you’re not the bride) has a tendency to strike fear into the hearts of guests.
Do I wear a hat or a fascinator? Can I manage to walk in heels all day? Can I recycle an outfit for a couple of weddings? What if my dress is the same colour as the bridal party palette? They are just some of the questions that may have baffled you in the past.
But it’s 2018, and thankfully stereotypical nuptial dress codes have been flung aside. The modern wedding — no matter if it’s in a church, hotel or barn — is a celebration of love, and a great excuse to have a big old bash with your relatives.
Of course you want to look good, but your main role is not to fixate on what you are wearing — it’s to bring the party.
When planning your outfit, a good idea is to do some research. Is it an all-day or evening affair? What is the style of the venue? This information will give you a good idea of the sartorial tone.
For Spring dos, florals are classically beautiful, and a floaty dress is easy to wear and elegantly understated. Loud, colourful prints are great for chic city weddings — look to Self Portrait, Zimmermann, Rixo and Mango for inspiration.
If dresses feel too predictable, then why not chose separates. If Emma Stone can pull it off at an event like the Oscars... A trouser suit or two piece co-ord for an evening do is different and brave.
Lastly, can I praise the wonders of the one-piece? Jazzed up or pared down, they are comfortable and flattering. I adore Caroline Kilkenny’s blush pink version (pictured).