Summer is almost here and the wedding season is really starting. The invitation has often been in for a few months and the outfit really needs to be shopped now. Luckily, you don't have to start looking from scratch, because nowadays almost every wedding has a theme (and therefore also a dress code). From casual chic to garden party and black tie: these are just a few of the popular wedding themes. But what kind of outfit belongs to which theme or dress code?
Summer wedding dress code
What may seem obvious at a White Party , becomes a bit more difficult with the theme casual chic. Nowadays, every wedding has a dress code and 'neat clothing' is no longer enough. Where one wedding is expected to show up in a pastel shade, another bridal couple wants everyone to wear the dress code Tenue de Ville. Can't see the forest for the trees and do you already get outfit stress as soon as the 'Save the Date' arrives in the mailbox? No worries , below we will tell you exactly which outfits you can wear for each theme.
Also read: The perfect outfits to wear to a wedding this summer
Different themes and dress code for weddings
Black Tie
- Long, luxurious evening dresses. Although the name may suggest otherwise, the dress does not have to be black. In this case, any color (unless otherwise stated) is fine. Except white, that is…
Formal / Evening Attire
- Long, luxurious dresses or cocktail dresses. In contrast to Black Tie, you can also go for a shorter dress with this dress code. By short we mean neatly to or above the knee, but leave the ultra mini dress trend out of this one.
Cocktail
Cocktail dresses or elegant jumpsuits. Actually you can compare this theme with Formal / Evening Attire, only the long gala dress can stay in the closet.
Town outfit
- Neat, but not gala or too formal. In this category you have mega many options and you can actually go in all directions.
Bohemian / Boho cic
- Airy flowy dresses. Think floral prints , linen items and fun hair accessories.
Smart Casual
- Simple but neat. Close to Tenue de Ville, but even more accessible.
20s Glamour
- The Great Gatsby dresses or tuxedos. From feathers to pearls and sequins. And of course don't forget the headband.
Garden Party
- Dresses or jumpsuit with floral print or light earth tones. Here too, the dress code is more informal and accessible.
Beach chic
- Beach dresses , glitter dresses, tunics. Where the mini dress is often frowned upon at a wedding, it is often allowed at this wedding theme.
Actually, for all themes, the following applies: if you have serious doubts, call or app the master of ceremonies. He or she can often tell you more about the theme and remove your doubts. In addition, there are a few general rules that you should take into account:
- Do not wear white (unless otherwise stated such as a White Party)
- Too casual outfits. Jeans are not appreciated in most cases
- Too sexy. A little bit is allowed and of course completely fine. But make sure all eyes are on the bride and not on you (or certain body parts)
