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When attending a wedding of either family or friends, you will no doubt want to get a bit dressed up for the occasion and look your best. It can often be difficult to decide on the right outfit to wear. You want to be different and individual but not stick out like a sore thumb. You will want to look trendy and up to date but not a fashion victim. You will also want to wear something that is really comfortable as it may be a long day (in a good way!).
Here aresome  great ideas for elegant and stylish wedding outfits:
The maxi dress
A maxi dress is an incredibly feminine option for a wedding outfit. Look for a printed maxi dress with a bold pattern for a really eye catching look. Due to the formality of the occasion it would be wise to pick a maxi dress with a fairly structured bodice and wide straps. You can also wear it with a shrug or bolero if you would prefer not to show off your shoulders or it is a slightly cooler day. The beauty of the maxi dress is that it disguises all manner of sins including round tummy and larger hips and thighs. It is also a really comfortable style to wear and you will not need to spend all day trying to hold your stomach in. If you have chosen a printed maxi, keep accessories to a minimum so that they do not fight with the print. Heels are an essential and a clutch is the perfect finishing touch.
The printed jacket
If you are looking for an original and eye catching outfit, a printed jacket may be just the answer. It is perfect for slightly cooler weather or those who don’t want to expose their arms and shoulders. Team with a pencil skirt and heels for a smart outfit that will definitely make you stand out from the cloud. As with all bold prints accessories should again be minimal.
The floral dress
A floral dress is perfect for almost any summer occasion especially a wedding. It looks great for a hot day on its own and equally good on a cooler day with a tailored jacket. Neutral shoes and bag look great with this outfit or you could pick a bright coloured clutch to match the print if you want it to look even brighter.
The suit
A suit is a traditional and smart outfit, perfect for family members close to the bride and groom who want to look the part. Avoid dark colours which look like work wear instead opting for bright colours or pastel shades. You can choose the style of skirt and jacket that best suits your body shape then add a camisole or blouse in a contrasting colour. If you really want to dress up for the occasion you should also choose a contrasting hat. For a more up to date look try mixing and matching a suit jacket and skirt or dress in different colours.
The printed maxi dress has been around for quite a few seasons now and it is showing no sign of going away. Its popularity may be something to do with the fact that it suits everyone and is an easy style to wear. In contrast to previous seasons , this years maxi dress is not too full and has feminine floral prints as well as some of the other key prints of the season.
The great thing about the maxi dress is that you don’t need to have perfect legs to wear it. It is ideal for those days or occasions when you want to or need to cover up a bit. It is great for most body shapes and the empire line covers a multitude of sins from a bulging belly to saddlebag thighs. It fits in with so many different looks from boho to feminine and evening glamour.
The printed maxi dress is suitable for all sorts of occasions including:
- Wear with a smart or tailored jacket for work
- Wear with flipflops and a straw hat for the beach
- Wear with a shrug or bolero and wedge sandals for a wedding or garden party
- Wear with a sequin jacket, heels and a fab clutch for an evening party
- Wear with a denim jacket and gladiator sandals for a casual summer outfit
As with all clothing, when choosing a maxi dress, you should consider which will look best and suit your body shape and colouring. For petites of those that are shorter, the maxi dress can be slightly tricky but that is not to say that they can’t look great. Petites should choose a style that is fairly fitted and steer clear of those with full or gypsy skirts. Heels or wedges are a great way to add a bit of height and to give a taller appearance.
For taller women, the maxi dress is definitely their best friend. Fuller styles will look elegant and maxi dresses are a great way to look feminine without revealing too much. Plus sizes also look great in the maxi dress, again giving maximum feminity and maximum coverage. The maxi dress doesn’t cling around the torso, stomach or hips but is instead fitted around the bust highlighting a good clevage.
For those with great arms the maxi dress gives you the perfect opportunity to show them off. For those that don’t like their arms, they will look just as good with a cardigan, jacket or shrug.
It is also well worth thinking about the size and scale of the print on the dress. A smaller print will look good on petites and avoid them from looking swamped. A larger scale print will be more flattering on plus sizes and appear more in proportion.
Once that amazingly hot summer, that we are all waiting for arrives, the maxi dress is also the perfect way to keep cool. It is light and airy and can comfortably be worn without tights on even the hottest of summer days.