Though summertime is in full swing, there’s been a definite drop in the number of weddings this season, and the cause is not in question. Though this pandemic has ravaged the world, the marriage unions of lovers old and young have not ceased completely. Weddings provide a bright spot of positivity during these difficult times.
If you’re lucky enough to be invited to one, it’s important to dress appropriately. With the changes to the traditional wedding format, it pays to know exactly what outfit and accessories an event calls for. Here’s your guide to the five outfits to wear for summertime weddings in 2020.
The Zoom Wedding
We’re lucky enough to live at a time when apps, like Zoom, have made it easy to be there for our loved ones’ big days — even when we can’t be there in person. Though you’ll be sitting at home, that doesn’t mean you should attend a Zoom wedding in your pajamas.
However, you don’t have to pull out your best dress, either. A simple blouse and jeans are the perfect combination for a zoom wedding. It’s a simple way to dress up to commemorate the event without over or underdressing.
The Intimate Wedding
Smaller intimate weddings are likely to become more common, as the pandemic limits large gatherings and has imposed travel restrictions. That said, what you wear will be that much more prominent. An intimate wedding requires a dressier outfit.
A high-low summer dress is a great choice. These dresses create the illusion of long length with their long back tails and shorter fronts. Pick a fun pattern or a simple solid color (not white!) for your dress. Wear matching accessories like heels, fun jewelry, and hairpins that pull the entire outfit together.
The Wedding You Have to Travel To
Destination weddings may be a thing of the past with travel restrictions and mandatory self-quarantines. However, you may still find yourself traveling to a wedding that’s far from home. One of the most important things to consider when it comes to a wedding you have to travel to is the packing and unpacking of your dress.
Choose a dress that won’t wrinkle, so you don’t have to worry about ironing or steaming it in a hotel room. For a timeless classic look, pair your dress with diamond stud earrings. This simple accessory will not only match almost any outfit, but they are easy to travel with, won’t get tangled with other jewelry, and can stand on their own or pair well with other accessories.
The Cocktail Wedding
Cocktail weddings are the perfect mix of casual recreation and formalities. A cocktail dress is appropriate for a semi-formal event, which means there’s a lot of room for your own style. Choose a dress that wouldn’t be out of place at a formal event, but wouldn’t make you stand out at a casual event.
Since your dress doesn’t have to be overly formal, it’s good to make a statement with your jewelry. Pair your cocktail dress with a necklace and dangle earrings that match your outfit.
The Black Tie Wedding
Black Tie weddings require formality and sophistication. If you happen to attend one this summer, it’ll be time to pull out all the stops when it comes to your outfit. Wear your most formal black-tie dress, which wouldn’t be out of place at a gala or other formal event. It’s best to stick to solid colors for Black Tie weddings.
However, you can get creative with your jewelry by pairing a tennis bracelet with diamond hoops in the size of your choosing. You can go bold with large hoops or understated with smaller ones. Regardless, you’ll have put together an outfit that you can be proud of!
