Stunning and Subtle: How to Dress Modestly As a Wedding Guest

Creating a modest outfit for an upcoming wedding doesn’t necessarily mean you need to sacrifice style. Did you know that according to DHL the modest fashion industry is worth over $295 billion in the worldwide market. 

If you’re looking to purchase modest wedding attire which is not only fashionable but also trendy, this article will give you some tips and tricks to choosing the perfect pieces of clothing for the big day. First, let’s look at color vs skin tone. 

Choosing Colors Which Suit Your Skin Tone

According to the Smithsonian, different skin colors evolved over time due to genetics, DNA, and the location on where a person lived in the world. However, did you know certain colors suit certain skin tones? Keep these tips in mind based on your skin tone: 

Fair Skin 

• Best colors: Fair skin works best with pastels of soft pinks, mint green, lavender, and baby blue. They also work well with deeper colors of emerald green, navy blue, plum, and burgundy. Some neutrals, such as crisp white, cool grays, and soft taupe, can also work as well. 
• Colors to avoid: Oranges and yellows can cause you to look washed out so it’s best to avoid these colors. 

Lighter Skin with Warm Undertones

• Best colors: Earthy tones such as warm reds, peach, coral, terracotta, and mustard work well. Some rich colors which can also work are rust, golden brown, or olive green. Neutrals which can be used are warm beige, camel, and cream.
• Colors to avoid: Stark whites and icy blues should be avoided as it can dull your appearance. 

Olive Skin 

• Best colors: Those with olive skin work well with ruby red, emerald green, amethyst purple, and sapphire blue. Warmer colors such as rich browns, mustard, and burnt orange can also work. For neutral colors, try turquoise, teal, and coral. 
• Colors to avoid: Olive green, beige, and other colors which are close to your skin tone can make you washed out in appearance. 

Dark Skin

• Best colors: Darker skin tones work well with bold colors like magenta, bright yellow, and cobalt blue. Other rich colors which work well are emerald green, burgundy, and deep purple. If you’re opting for neutral colors, try coffee, warm beige, and caramel. 
• Colors to avoid: Avoid colors that blend too much with your skin tone. Deep browns and blacks may make you appear dull. 

Wedding Guest Attire 101: 

Dresses

Knee-length to ankle-length dresses are a staple for modest wedding fashion. Longer-style dresses offer a modest alternative to thigh-high dresses. When choosing modest dresses to wear for an upcoming wedding, it’s always good to consider a few things: 

• Whether you prefer long wrist length sleeves or elbow length sleeves. Longer sleeves bring a more conservative look and feel and can be warmer during cooler days. 
• What season do you plan to wear the dress? Spring and summer are usually the wedding seasons, however, sometimes a wedding may be in winter or autumn. Winter dresses may feature longer sleeves and a longer dress length to help keep you warmer while also looking stylish.  
• Whether the colors of the dress match your skin tone and personality. 
• Whether the pattern or colors are too bold or may draw attention away from the bride. For example, don’t wear bright white if the bride is also wearing bright white. 

Keeping this in mind can help when you’re purchasing modest wedding attire from places like Dainty Jewells or other well known modest clothing stores. Buying quality clothing, you can rewear to other places is also something to consider as well. 

You can ask a bridesmaid if you’re unsure what to wear to an upcoming wedding. A bridesmaid can offer more insight into what would be appropriate attire. They may also refer you to a site that sells gorgeous outfits for a wedding. Bella Bridesmaids offers stunning bridesmaid dresses that can give you inspiration on what to wear to the wedding and future special events.

High Neck Blouse with Sleeves 

Another option is combining a high neck blouse, with long sleeves, with a knee length or longer skirt and/or trousers. A lot of high neck blouses offer a number of beautiful styles and colors to choose from. Some high neck blouses may offer styles with: 

• Lace
• Ruffles
• Embroidered patterns 

Blouses can be tucked into your skirt or even trousers to create a sophisticated yet modest fashion statement. Consider buying blouses which you can rewear time and time again to make them more sustainable for not only your budget, but your wardrobe as well. Finish your look with statement pieces, jewelries or a hat, here’s a guide from Designer Church Suits.

Modest Skirt

A fashionable knee or ankle-length skirt can pair well with most types of shirts, including: 

• Turtlenecks
• Blouses
• Long sleeve T-shirts

Skirts also come in a range of patterns and colors, plus offer different styles, including: 

• A-line
• Asymmetrical 
• Pencil
• Bell
• Godet
• Midi
• Pleated 
• Maxi

Different skirts suit different body types. For example, a pencil-shaped skirt may work best on those with less curves but want to highlight what they have, while maxi skirts may suit women who have more curves but don’t want to show them off as much. It’s always best to dress according to your body shape and what is comfortable for you. 

Endnote 

Finding modest wedding guest attire doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. It all comes down to what you like, how modest you want to be, and whether it comes in the colors and style that complement your body. Don’t be afraid to accessorize with a little bit of jewelry or a nice pair of shoes.

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