The Best-Dressed Guest: What to Wear to a Wedding This Fall

by CandiceSeptember 6, 2012 0

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Photo and outfits by J.Crew

While most us love any reason to dress up, a wedding is perhaps the most challenging occasion to dress for. The destination, the venue, the weather, and, of course, the budget all play a factor in finding the perfect outfit for a fall wedding.

You’ve received the invitation and selected your plus one – now let us take you through the trends that are emerging this season to help you decide what to wear. From heels to handbags, we have all the Fall 2012 fashion inspiration for you to choose stylish wedding attire and be the best-dressed wedding guest!

Dress: ModCloth, Bangles: Red Herring, Clutch: Urban Expressio, Sandals: Dolce Vita

Dress: ModCloth, Boots: Threadsence.com, Purse: Charlotte Russe

Bohemian prints are making an appearance in a big way this fall season. With bold prints and flowing dresses, women look and feel feminine. Accessorize this hippie style with boots, a belt and fringed purse for a complete chic fall look. And don’t forget the hair braids! For more bohemian inspiration, check out the line of accessories at Free People.

Blouse: SheInside.com, Nail polish: Deborah Lippmann, Necklace: Zimaya.com, Skirt: BCBG, Shoes: Guess

Dress: Diane Von Furstenberg, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Clutch: Charlotte Russe, Lipstick: Revlon, Necklace: Kenneth Cole

Fall 2012 colors have evolved from past seasons into a more sophisticated and rich color palette. The colors are vibrant – bold reds, metallic gold, black, vibrant blues, deep greens and slate grays. Mix and match these dramatic hues to coordinate your wedding outfit or pair them with fun prints. See all the colors and prints that emerged on the runway this year at the haute couture fall 2012 show.

Earrings: Bebe, Dress: Dorothy Perkins, Bag: Nordstrom, Shoes: DSW, Belt: Old Navy

Earrings: LC Lauren Conrad, Top: Republic, Skirt: ModCloth, Bag: Forever 21, Shoes: H&M, Bracelet: ModCloth

Use some 1940s inspiration to style your look this fall wedding season. The peplum silhouette would make a perfect outfit choice for a wedding. A peplum dress with heels would work for a more formal wedding, and a peplum skirt with a fun top and flats would be a great choice for a less formal wedding. If you are hesitant about wearing this style, here are some tips for wearing peplum this fall from Glamour.

Trimmed Cloche hat: Forever 21, Fedora hat: Jessica Simpson, Cloche hat: Old Navy, Fedora hat: Old Navy

Not only can hats keep your head warm this fall, but they are a fashion-forward accessory. Fedora hats add classic style to any outfit. Cloche hats were evident on the runway for fall 2012 – displayed by designers from Coco Chanel to Ralph Lauren. Cloche hats were the most fashionable form of women’s headwear during the 1920s. If you dare sport one of these vintage accessories at a wedding this fall, hats off to you!

If hats aren’t your thing and you prefer a trendy hairdo, check out these 2013 hairstyles and hair trends. What outfit do you plan to wear to your next wedding this fall?