Winter weddings are undeniably romantic, but for wedding guests, they can be tough events to tackle because typically, the type of attire required for a formal event like a wedding isn’t exactly the most comfortable to wear when it’s frigid outside. From slinky ball gowns to cute cocktail dresses, wedding attire can often leave you shivering in the cooler temperatures.
To provide you with a little sartorial guidance, below we’re sharing our complete guide on what to wear to a winter wedding—with plenty of outfits ideas and tips for every dress code, whether you’re going to a black-tie or more casual affair. Unlike spring and summer weddings where you can wear the bare minimum, winter weddings call for dresses and pantsuits that are made from thick fabrics like velvet and come with sleeves or high necklines. You can also amp up your jewelry and cute cold-weather accessories to work with the icy temps outside.
Before we go into plenty of wedding guest dress options for a winter wedding, here are a few dos and don’s to keep in mind.
