To quote The Devil Wears Prada, “Florals for spring? Groundbreaking.” And it’s those botanical prints that are once again making their annual appearance on the runway this year, alongside bohemian craft-chic, block colours and lace. We’ve cherry-picked our favourite SS19 Wedding Wear Trends to help guide your favourite wedding people: your guests.
Prints
A defining trend of spring-summer wedding guest attire, prints are here to stay. Why not update the typical floral designs by incorporating the latest botanical craze? Tropical prints, succulents and palm leaves create a stylish twist.
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1) Jumpsuit by Mango, £49.99, 2) Tie by Arsenic and Old Lace on Etsy, £34.00, 3) Shirt by Zara, £29.99 4) Trousers by River Island, £54.00.
Neutrals
Shades of white and cream are no longer reserved for the wedding couple. Embrace the glamour with these neutral ensembles. Just avoid spilling the wine.
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1) Trousers by Mango, £49.99, 2) Skirt by H&M, £59.98, 3) Suit by Miss Selfridge, £80.00 , 4) Blazer, H&M, £59.99.
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Brights
Show your colours with these fun-loving, bold pieces. We love the jewel tones. Can’t decide? Combine block colour with a bright print.
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1) Suit by Topman, £130.00, 2) Fringe dress by Mango, £69.99, 3) Striped trousers by Anthropologie, £130.00, 4) Suit by River Island, £80.00.
Craftwork
Beading, seventies chic, embroidery and homespun vibes, we love the little details in the spring-summer craftwork trend.
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1) Dress by Mango, £49.95, Shoulder bag by Gucci on Net-a-Porter, £1,420.00, 3) Dress by DVF on Net-a-Porter, £725.00, Suit jacket by Gucci on Mr Porter, £2,410.00.
Shorts
Stay cool in the summer heat though keep it smart with tailored silhouettes. Pair with a matching jacket for a co-ordinated look, or wear with a structured button-up.
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1) Shorts Suit by Reiss, £355.00, 2) Shorts by Loro Piana on Mr Porter, £340.00, 3) Shorts by Vince on Net-a-Porter, £260.00,
4) Printed short by Stine Goya on Net-A-Porter, £110.00
Boiler Suits
Dress up this dress-down trend with sophisticated accessories or heels. Embrace spring-summer trends by choosing an all-in-one in a neutral shade or a bold colour.
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1) Trench style boilersuit by Orseund Iris Net-A-Porter, £565.00, Short wool boilersuit by Engineered Garments on Mr Porter, £294.00, 3) Linen jumpsuit by Yvonne S on Net-A-Porter, £289.00, white jumpsuit by FRAME on Net-A-Porter, £355.00.
Bows
Stay classic with a traditional bow tie, or give your outfit a little pizzazz with a bow tied at the waist or hips. And with this trend, big is better!.
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1) Dress by Alexis Mabille on Net-a-Porter , £1,165.00, 2) Top by Oscar de la Renta on Net-a-Porter, £4,570.00 , 3) Bow tie by Gucci on Mr Porter, £120.00, 4) Blouse by Gucci on Net-a-Porter, £980.00.
Lace
Easy to wear without the need to over-accessorise, lace is a popular and permanent feature on the wedding guest trend hotlist.
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1) Dress by Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serfaini on Net-A-Porter, £610.00, 2) Dress by Adriana Degreas on Net-A-Porter, £880.00,
3) Blouse by Gucci on Net-A-Porter, £1,350.00, 4) Dress by Self portrait on Net-A-Porter, £300.00.
Author: Kate Lovell
Our very first writer for The Gay Wedding Guide with over 300 articles written. Unfortunately, she no longer writes for us as she left to focus on other copywriting and projects but she'll always have a dedicated place in our hearts here at The Gay Wedding Guide.
