What to Wear to a Garden Wedding
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Got an invite to attend a garden wedding, and have no clue what to wear?
Don’t fret; I’ve got your back! Continue reading to learn what to wear to a garden wedding and to discover cute garden wedding guest dresses.
With that, let’s dive right into garden wedding attire ideas!
Below are tips on what to wear to a garden wedding. You’ll find garden wedding guest dresses as well!
1. A Romantic Floral Dress
A flowy floral dress is the perfect choice for a garden wedding. Any floral dress in a pastel shade or a vibrant color would be perfect.
To complete this wedding guest outfit, pair a floral dress with strappy sandals or wedges.
Both Show Me Your Mumu and Lulus have TONS of floral dresses for wedding guests.
Check out Show Me Your Mumu if you are searching for garden wedding guest dresses in sizes 1X, 2X, and 3X
Check out Lulus if you want a garden wedding guest dress under $100.
2. A Classy Jumpsuit
Can you wear a jumpsuit to a garden wedding? Yes, absolutely!
If you want to stand out while staying comfortable, a chic jumpsuit is perfect!
For this garden wedding attire, complete the outfit with statement earrings and a gold or silver clutch.
Both Petal + Pup and Lulus have some really cute jumpsuits for garden wedding guests. Amazon has affordable options, and REVOLVE has some really stunning designer jumpsuits for wedding guests!
3. A Flattering Maxi Dress
Maxi dresses are my go-to for summer wedding guest outfits, and that includes garden wedding attire.
Any lightweight maxi dress is perfect for wearing to a garden wedding, and Amazon has tons of maxi dresses for wedding guests. Check out my favorite Amazon maxi dresses for wedding guests in this guide.
To complete this garden wedding guest outfit, wear cute wedges and earrings.
4. A Pastel Midi Dress
Not sure what to wear to a garden wedding when it’s hot outside? If the garden wedding is in the summertime, a pastel midi dress would be perfect!
Any midi dress in lavender, mint green, yellow, or navy blue would be perfect for wearing to a garden wedding.
A bonus? You can wear your new, midi dress as a cute brunch outfit or to a summertime date!
5. A Dressy Romper
If you are attending a casual garden wedding, you may be able to pull off a romper! Rompers are a delightful option for a garden wedding, bringing a fun and flirty vibe to your outfit.
Rompers aren’t what one would usually think of as wedding guest attire, but you can definitely wear a romper to a garden wedding if you opt for a classy romper.
Look for wedding guest rompers with cute patterns and pair them with block heels or espadrilles for an easy-breezy ensemble.
I’d recommend checking out Pink Lily for wedding guest rompers as well as Petal + Pup. Pink Lily has plus-size rompers for garden wedding guests too!
6. A Chic Wrap Dress
I absolutely love wrap dresses! A wrap dress is a versatile and flattering option for a garden wedding. The wrap silhouette flatters all body types, and you can find one in various lengths and patterns.
Pair your wrap dress with some strappy sandals for a classy and comfy look.
7. A Floral Midi Dress
Garden weddings can be formal or casual, and floral midi dresses can be dressed up or dressed down! A floral midi dress can be worn again and again to cocktail parties, beach weddings, vacations, and more!
This floral midi dress (shown above) is perfect for both a garden wedding and a hot summer casual wedding! Additionally, you can wear this dress to a formal wedding by dressing it up with black heels and fancy jewelry.
Or, check out this floral midi dress for a garden wedding. Perfect dinner date dress too!
8. A Smart Cream Blazer or a Leather Jacket
If you are wearing a strapless wedding guest dress to a garden wedding, you may want to wear a light cream blazer in case it gets chilly.
Alternatively, you may want to wear a vegan leather jacket. Lulus has TONS of vegan leather jackets in light cream and light grey that are perfect for wearing to an outdoor or a garden wedding.
9. Mini Dress with Puff Sleeves
Mini dresses are perfect for hot summer days, and a mini dress with sleeves is perfect for wearing to a garden wedding! Look for a mini dress with a pattern and/or thicker material (like jacquard fabric) to ensure it looks classy and dressy.
For this garden wedding guest outfit, wear closed-toe heels or wedges and a cute clutch!
10. A Cute Cardigan
If you aren’t a big fan of blazers, then you may want to bring a cute cardigan or a lightweight shawl with you to a garden wedding. You never know if it will be cold outside!
11. Wedge Sandals
Most garden weddings are in…you guessed it, a garden! Because you’ll likely be walking on grass, make sure to wear wedge sandals instead of heels to a garden wedding.
12. A Floral Cutout Dress
Cutout dresses can be super sexy and flirty, and they can also be dressy and classy! If you find a midi length cutout dress that is in a feminine pattern and/or rich material, it could be perfect for wearing to a garden wedding!
Accessories to Wear to a Garden Wedding as a Guest to Wear to a Garden Wedding (as a Guest)
Accessories are a must-have for any wedding guest outfit, especially for garden wedding attire.
Below are some ideas for accessories to wear to a garden wedding.
1. Stylish Sun Hats
If the garden wedding is in the morning or afternoon, wear a chic sun hat!
2. Statement Jewelry
Elevate your garden wedding outfit with statement jewelry like a bold necklace, chunky bracelets, or a sparkly ring.
3. Boho Jewelry
Feeling boho vibes? If you are wearing a boho-inspired dress to the garden wedding, you may want to wear boho jewelry like gold earrings and bangles.
4. A Cute Clutch
Clutches are a must-have for any wedding guest! You can either go with a gold, a silver, or a boho-inspired clutch…depending on your garden wedding guest attire.
5. Delicate Hair Accessories
Garden weddings are an excuse to wear anything floral, and that includes hair accessories! If you’d like, complete your garden wedding guest outfit with a sparkly headband or hairpins with a floral motif.
Any of these bridal hair accessories would be perfect for wearing to a garden wedding (even if you aren’t the bride!).
Where to shop for Garden Dresses for Wedding Guests
If you are ready to buy a garden party dress, but not sure where to look – have no fear! Below are my suggestions on where to buy the perfect garden wedding guest dress. These stores have lots of midi dresses, floral dresses, and flowy maxi dresses that are just perfect for wearing to a garden wedding!
1. Lulus
Lulus is my #1 recommendation for finding the perfect garden wedding guest dress. Lulus has so many floral dresses that are just perfect for wearing to a garden wedding. Lulus also has lots of cute summer wedding guest dresses and fall wedding guest dresses.
2. Show Me Your Mumu
Show Me Your Mumu has lots of bright and colorful dresses that are perfect for wearing to a garden wedding. Show Me Your Mumu has many plus size garden wedding guest dresses too!
Additionally, Show Me Your Mumu has great bridesmaid dresses, such as moss green and blush bridesmaid dresses that are perfect for a garden wedding.
3. Petal + Pup
Petal + Pup has lots of midi dresses, tiered maxi dresses, and floral dresses that are unique and absolutely perfect for wearing to a garden wedding. If you spot a dress that you love on Petal + Pup, make sure to buy it right away…because they do sell out quickly!
Petal + Pup also has lots of cute rompers for wearing to a summer wedding too!
4. Reformation
Reformation has so many dresses that are absolutely perfect for wearing to a garden wedding! I recommend checking out the midi dresses by Reformation or the wedding guest dresses by Reformation to find the perfect garden wedding guest outfit.
5. Amazon
Amazon has so many wedding guest dresses…it is almost overwhelming! Simply type “garden wedding guest dress” into Amazon and you’ll discover dozens of dresses perfect for garden wedding attire.
Summary
In summary, garden weddings are the perfect occasion to showcase your fabulous style. Embrace the floral fantasy, rock that jumpsuit, or go with the classic charm of a midi dress. Don’t forget to accessorize with statement jewelry and a sun hat for some extra pizzazz. With these tips, you’re all set to shine at the garden wedding!
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