Beach wedding guest dresses: your go-to guide

Beach wedding season is finally upon us, which can only mean one thing: it’s time to start shopping for dresses.

There are so many ways to approach your search for the ultimate beach wedding guest dress - but don’t let it overwhelm you. We’ve put together a guide to help you cut through the noise and find the perfect wedding guest outfit, from our favourite cuts, to structuring tips and out-of-the box alternatives to classic silhouettes. 

Go where the wind takes you

If there’s one thing we can guarantee with a beach wedding, it’s that - for better or worse - a breeze will be present. However, this doesn’t need to be a problem. We highly recommend embracing the breeze by choosing a dress that will move elegantly with the wind and add some drama to your look. A long, flowy maxi or swing dress in a lightweight fabric is the perfect style for this.  

Sand, meet structure

Many might initially object to wearing something too structured at the beach. But, given the context, and if you’re intentional with your material choices, you can make this look work serious wonders. We love the structured yet playful vibe of an oversized blazer layered over a maxi skirt or midi dress.

Pro tip: you don’t need to wear a dress to a beach wedding

A jumpsuit in a light pastel like butter or blue is our go-to for another structured style that will look the part at any beach wedding. Co-ord styles are definitely the move, and if you’re expecting sun, a breathable fabric like linen will keep you comfortable throughout the ceremony and well into the night.

This is just the beginning of finding your ultimate beach wedding guest outfit. Head over to our wedding guest shop to explore more.